Overview

Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir (KHIKS) is a litigation boutique comprised of a group of diverse lawyers who have attended the nation’s top law schools and have experience at the largest and most well-respected law firms in the country. These lawyers joined KHIKS because they were looking for a firm that values each of its lawyers as individuals, a firm that does not view its lawyers as mere billing units, and a firm where cutting-edge law can be practiced in the most collegial of environments. KHIKS prides itself on having lawyers who are capable of handling almost any type of dispute, ranging from the most complicated forms of intellectual property litigation to the defense of numerous types of criminal charges. KHIKS lawyers have been honored in several major publications and are frequently quoted in the media on a variety of legal topics, particularly disputes arising in the entertainment industry.

The trend today in the legal profession favors mergers and growth, “platforms and synergies” and multinational offices with hundreds of lawyers. So why did the five of us—prominent trial lawyers at the pinnacle of our careers—buck this trend by opening our own firm?

Because we have learned and our clients—who range from publicly held corporations to solo entrepreneurs—understand that the outcome of litigation depends on the quality and experience of the individual lawyers fighting for you. Not on “platforms” or offices in exotic locales.

We invite you to view our bios in the Our Attorneys section and the results achieved for our clients in the Practice Areas section and why we are the right lawyers to solve your problems.

Founded:
2006
Size:
19
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Practice Areas:
6
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
15

Rankings

National

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National Ranking
Media Law
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2
National Ranking
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
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2
National Ranking
Entertainment Law - Music
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2
National Ranking
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
3
National Ranking
Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Regional

Los Angeles

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1
Los Angeles
Commercial Litigation
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1
Los Angeles
Criminal Defense: General Practice
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1
Los Angeles
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
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1
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
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1
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Music
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1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Intellectual Property

About Our Clients

Representative corporate and individual clients include Mattel, Inc., Yahoo! Inc., eBay Inc., Starz Entertainment, Roland Corporation, Loring Ward International, Ltd., Keenan & Associates, Watt Industries, USI Holdings Corporation, Pro Elite, Univision, Paradigm Talent Agency, Zobmondo Entertainment LLC, Spartan Home Entertainment LLC, Lawrence Gordon Productions, Fat Possum Records, The Ira Gershwin Musical Trust, Jackson Browne, Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Doors, The Wiggles, The Gerber Group, Jimmy Kimmel, Sugar Ray Leonard, Thomas Kinkade, Kim Kardashian, Nicole Richie, Estate of Michael Jackson, Miramax Film NY, LLC., Lindsay Lohan, Chuck Lorre, Sharon Osbourne, Universal Music Group

Select Clients

Chuck Lorre Crosby, Stills & Nash International Creative Management Partners (ICM) Jackson Browne Jaycee Dugard Justin Bieber Mattel, Inc. Roland Corporation Starz Entertainment LLC The Estate of Michael Jackson The Kardashians

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Media Law
Tier
2
National Ranking
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
Tier
2
National Ranking
Entertainment Law - Music
Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
3
National Ranking
Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Regional

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Criminal Defense: General Practice
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Music
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Media Law
Tier
3
Los Angeles
Copyright Law

Practice Areas

Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 8 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
  • Entertainment Law - Music
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir LLP proudly has 15 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Best Law Firms
The Hollywood Reporter: Annual List of the 100 Most Influential Entertainment Attorneys in the U.S.
Hollywood Reporter’s Top 100 Entertainment Lawyers in America
Super Lawyers Magazine, Business Edition 2011
‘Best Lawyers in America’ for 2012
Variety’s ‘Best and Brightest’
‘40 Under 40’ New Leaders Council Awards List
LADJ Top Verdicts of 2010
Who’s Who in L.A. Law’: Los Angeles Business Journal
Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Los Angeles Times: Southern California’s Best Lawyers, 2010 Edition
Super Lawyers Magazine, Corporate Counsel 2010 Edition: Intellectual Property Litigation
Super Lawyers Magazine, 2010
Super Lawyers: Corporate Counsel Edition, March/April 2010
Top 75 Intellectual Property Litigators in California
Hollywood Reporter Fifth Annual ‘Power Lawyers’ List
Best Law Firms
Best Law Firms
Super Lawyers Rising Stars

Offices & Contacts

Los Angeles, CA
11766 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 750
Los Angeles, CA 90025
United States
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