Law and Policy at the Convergence of Creativity and Technology

Launching in 2027 through a generous endowment gift from renowned entertainment lawyer Allen Grubman, ’69, the Grubman Institute will provide thought leadership on legal issues arising from the convergence of new technologies and constant innovation in the entertainment, media, and sports industries. The Institute will also examine how developments in law impact these industries.

Under the direction of Founding Executive Director and Allen Grubman Chair in Media & Entertainment Law Professor Seán O’Connor, the Institute will be the convenor of leading global experts in the relevant fields and the producer of the next generation of talent and leading scholarship in these fields.

About the Center

The Grubman Institute will bring together academia and industry to explore the legal, business, and policy issues shaping the future of entertainment, media, and sports. Through research and engagement, it will help drive informed discussion and innovation across these fields.

Leadership & Staff

The Grubman Institute for Entertainment, Media, Technology, and Sports Law is led by executive director Sean O'Connor, the director of the entertainment law program. Co-directors Jodi Balsam and Amy Gajda will direct the sports law and media law programs, respectively. 

Meet the Leadership Team