Legal Expertise

Corey Singer represents employers in all areas of labor and employment law, with a specialized focus on the dynamic challenges prevalent in the media, entertainment, and technology industries.  His extensive track record includes resolving disputes encompassing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, union matters, and wage and hour class action claims, consistently securing favorable outcomes for his clients.  Known for his proactive approach, Corey seamlessly aligns legal strategies with client objectives and delivers tailored solutions.  As a trusted authority, Corey's unwavering commitment to legal excellence and his industry-specific expertise distinguishes him as a reliable partner in navigating complex legal landscapes.

Representative Matters

• Secured complete summary judgment on behalf of Warner Bros. in a case involving claims of reverse discrimination, retaliation, and harassment by a former television camera operator on "The Big Bang Theory."
• Successfully secured early favorable resolutions in single plaintiff employment cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and/or unfair competition allegations.
• Effectively defended and achieved favorable settlements in class and PAGA representative wage and hour actions, notably within the motion picture and television industry concerning issues related to late payment of wages, regular rate miscalculations, and missed or late breaks.
• Drafted and obtained successful outcomes through motions for summary judgment, motions to dismiss, and motions to compel arbitration on behalf of employers.
• Advocated for and obtained dismissals of multiple claims in guild disputes and arbitrations representing producers, even before arbitration hearings commenced.
• Provided comprehensive advice and counsel to employers, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws. Advised on leaves of absence, disability accommodations, performance management, wage and hour regulations, reductions in force, and other cutting-edge legal issues, effectively preventing litigation.
• Conducted thorough investigations on behalf of employers within the motion picture and television industry regarding allegations of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
• Delivered anti-harassment training to employees across diverse industries, including entertainment production staff, writers, and other personnel, fostering a culture of compliance and respect within organizations.
• Represented a retailer against a certified class of truck drivers in a month-long wage-and-hour trial in federal court, successfully defeated a motion seeking $80+ million in penalties, and drafted appeal to Ninth Circuit.
• Defended a technology company in a month-long arbitration where claimant sought over $1 billion in a contract dispute; trial experience includes second-chairing witnesses and drafting direct/cross examinations.
• Successfully obtained asylum for 3 pro bono clients, including one at the Board of Immigration Appeals.

Honors & Awards

• "Ones to Watch," Best Lawyers in America© in:
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment (2024-2025)
  • Technology Law (2024-2025)

Professional, Business and civic Affiliations

• Board Member, University of Pennsylvania Platt Performing Arts House Advisory Council
• Board Member, Penn Performing Arts Regional Council of Los Angeles

Other Career Experience

Associate, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP 

Summer Associate, Fox Entertainment Group 

Summer Associate, Greenberg Traurig LLP 

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