Greg Akselrud
Partner, Attorney at Stubbs Alderton & Markiles
About
Greg Akselrud represents founders, companies, and investors in entertainment and digital media mergers and acquisitions. He is a founder and partner of Stubbs Alderton & Markiles and chairs its Internet, Digital Media and Entertainment practice. He also counsels internet, technology, and software companies. He guides mobile, consumer-facing, and emerging growth companies from formation and early financing through an exit. He structures venture capital and growth equity financings. Akselrud earned his J.D. at Loyola Law School after a B.A. at the University of California at Los Angeles. As Adjunct Professor of Law, he taught Business Planning I: Financing the Start-Up Business. He also taught Venture Capital Financing there. He negotiates agreements for content, technology licenses, and brand partnerships. He also advises founders, executives, and investors on day-to-day corporate matters.
Who is a good fit for Greg Akselrud
- Founders of entertainment or digital media companies planning a merger or a sale.
- Investors acquiring internet or software companies.
- Owners of consumer-facing businesses raising growth equity ahead of an exit.
Education and admissions
- Education
- University of California at Los Angeles, B.A.
- Loyola Law School, J.D.
- Bar admissions
- California
Recognition
- Best Lawyers in America - Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television (2027)
- Thomson Reuters \- Super Lawyers - 2020 - Present
- Variety' s Legal Impact Report (2023 - 2024)
- Best Lawyers in America (2023, 2025, 2026) Entertainment Law, Motion Pictures & Television
- Variety's Dealmakers Impact Report (2021 - 2024)
Specialties
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional