**26TH ANNUAL ENTERTAINMENT LAW INITIATIVE® GRAMMY® WEEK EVENT WILL HONOR MICHAEL KUSHNER WITH SERVICE AWARD; MICHELLE JUBELIRER WILL BE KEYNOTE SPEAKER**
**WHO:** The Recording Academy® **[Entertainment Law Initiative®](https://www.recordingacademy.com/entertainment-law-initiative)** has announced the winner and runners-up of its annual **ELI Writing Contest** who will be recognized during the **[26th Annual Entertainment Law Initiative GRAMMY® Week Event](https://www.grammy.com/news/2024-entertainment-law-initiative-michael-kushner-michelle-jubelirer)**:
**Winner\
Olivia Fortunato, J.D. Candidate**\
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law\
New York, NY
**Paper Title**\
"Post-Mortem Right of Publicity and Technological Advancements"
**Runner-Up\
Matthew Citron, J.D. Candidate**\
UCLA School of Law\
Los Angeles, CA
**Paper Title**\
"BMI's For-Profit Model and Consent Decree Regulation"
**Runner-Up\
Emily Cohen, J.D. Candidate**\
Duke University School of Law\
Durham, NC
**Paper Title**\
"A 'Perfect Storm' For Reworking The Copyright Test"
Co-sponsored by the **American Bar Association**, the ELI Writing Contest challenges law students to identify and research a current legal issue in the music industry and outline a proposed solution in an essay. The winning paper is published in the ABA's journal, *Entertainment & Sports Lawyer*. A $10,000 scholarship is awarded to the winner, a $2,500 scholarship is awarded to two runners-up, and a mentor session with a leading entertainment attorney is given to all three. The winner will also receive tickets to attend the 66th GRAMMY Awards®, MusiCares® Person of the Year, and the ELI Event.
The **2024 Entertainment Law Initiative Service Award will also be presented to** Atlantic Records Executive Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs and General Counsel, **Michael Kushner** at the event**. This** accolade is awarded to an attorney who has demonstrated commitment to advancing and supporting the music community through service. Capitol Music Group Chair & Chief Executive Officer **Michelle Jubelirer** will deliver the keynote address at the luncheon.
**WHAT:** The Recording Academy established the Entertainment Law Initiative in partnership with the nation's most prominent entertainment attorneys to promote discussion and debate around compelling legal matters and trends in the ever-evolving music industry. The ELI GRAMMY Week Event is the premier annual gathering of entertainment attorneys to celebrate the achievements of their own practitioners, hear from legal thought leaders, and support students who are pursuing careers in music law.
**WHEN: Friday, February 2, 2024**\
10:45 a.m. PT: Media Check-In\
11:00 a.m. PT: Media Interviews & Photos\
12 p.m. PT: Luncheon & Presentation\
2 p.m. PT: Event Conclusion
**WHERE: The Beverly Wilshire**\
9500 Wilshire Blvd\
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 \
**PARKING:** $20 Valet
**MEDIA RSVP:** [madison.thomas@rcmpk.com](mailto:madison.thomas@rcmpk.com)
**MEDIA ATTENDANCE:** This event has a limited number of media seats and media must be credentialed. If you are interested in covering this event, you MUST request credentials. Requests do not guarantee credentials, and you will receive confirmation from the Recording Academy if credentialed. Credentials can be picked up at Media Check-In on the day of the event.
**ABOUT THE RECORDING ACADEMY**
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**CONTACTS\
Britta Purcell**\
Recording Academy\
[britta.purcell@recordingacademy.com](mailto:britta.purcell@recordingacademy.com)
