Complex Commercial Litigation partner Yehudah Buchweitz has been recognized as a 2026 Law360 Media & Entertainment MVP for his work representing major media and entertainment companies in high-stakes litigation.

In his interview with Law360, Yehudah reflected on his career in media and entertainment litigation, from his early experiences at Weil to his recent successes representing major clients in complex disputes.

Among his biggest accomplishments in the past year, Yehudah highlighted his representation of CBS Studios in a multibillion-dollar dispute with Sony over distribution rights for Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! The litigation involved securing emergency relief and successfully obtaining an appellate stay before the parties reached an agreement allowing CBS to remain the exclusive domestic distributor of both shows through the 2027-2028 season.

Reflecting on the importance of foresight in complex litigation, Yehudah told Law360, “In cases like this, and in many other cases in my career, you have to prepare for everything. So we were ready. We knew what we had to do. We knew how fast we had to do it.”

Yehudah also discussed his work securing the dismissal of antitrust claims against PlayOn! Sports in a case involving name, image and likeness rights for high school athletes. He explained that a central challenge was distinguishing the claims from those brought in high-profile collegiate athletics litigation.

“The biggest challenge was looking in the face of this other precedent and saying, ‘No, that’s not us, and that’s not this, and explaining that to the court,’” he said.

Yehudah recalled how his experience working with Justice Ira Gammerman during law school helped shape his early involvement in an ESPN litigation at Weil. The case ultimately resulted in a jury victory and led to further opportunities representing ESPN, CBS and other media companies, establishing the foundation for his media and entertainment practice.

Beyond his litigation successes, Yehudah emphasized his pride in the longstanding relationships he has built with clients and the talented colleagues who help him manage complex matters. “I’m very proud to have those kinds of people with me,” he said.

Yehudah also emphasized the importance of mentorship, reflecting on the guidance he received from senior attorneys early in his career and how he now pays that forward by mentoring the next generation of lawyers.