Dave Stern

Dave Stern is a partner in the firm's Toronto office who helps clients capitalize on opportunities across the sports, entertainment, media, and business sectors. His practice encompasses all aspects of film, TV and digital media production, distribution, and exploitation, as well as brand licensing, artist and influencer representation, commercial transactions, and corporate structuring. Dave regularly advises production companies, creators, artists, record labels, brands, athletes, and entrepreneurs, and represents music industry clients in recording, management, and publishing negotiations.

With experience in both private practice and in-house roles within the professional sports industry, Dave offers practical, commercially focused advice informed by a deep understanding of how sports and entertainment businesses operate. Clients rely on Dave to protect their interests, solve complex challenges, and move deals forward efficiently while keeping their broader business objectives in focus.