Former attorney from Paramount Global, Todd L. Calvin, has joined the esteemed boutique firm The Kelley Firm. He will operate from the firm’s newly established office in Beverly Hills.
Calvin recently held the position of senior vice president in business and legal affairs at Paramount Global, where he was pivotal in negotiating and drafting major deals related to the development and production of original live-action scripted content for Paramount’s streaming and linear services, which includes Nickelodeon, TV Land, and Paramount+, as well as for external platforms like Netflix and Hulu. His comprehensive background encompasses production legalities and music deals, such as recording contracts, composer agreements, synch licenses, publishing rights, touring, and concert agreements.
“In a constantly shifting media and entertainment environment, it is essential for law firms to adapt swiftly to meet client demands,” stated O’Brien Kelley, the firm’s founder and managing member, in an announcement on Monday. “As we continue to expand, our commitment to providing a team with varied experience across different sectors of the entertainment industry is paramount. Todd’s extensive background in entertainment and music law makes him an invaluable asset to our team.”
Calvin expressed, “I am genuinely excited to be joining The Kelley Firm and to collaborate with O’Brien and his exceptional team. The firm has built an impressive reputation for sophisticated deal-making and deep insights into both the business and creative realms of entertainment. I look forward to working with colleagues who are equally passionate about supporting storytellers and the industry professionals who help bring their narratives to fruition.”
At the beginning of his career, driven by a love for music, Calvin was involved with the San Francisco Opera, where he managed the rehearsal department. He also serves as president emeritus of the board for the Los Angeles Opera League.
Calvin holds a degree from the University of California, College of Law, San Francisco (previously UC Hastings) and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Davis. He is a member of the California State Bar.
He will maintain his role as counsel at Kia Kamran, P.C.
