About Joel Richard
Joel Richard Strote is a attorney specializing in business law, intellectual property, entertainment and sports law, and trademarks. He has been practicing law in California since 1967, with his firm, Strote Law Group, located in Thousand Oaks, California. Mr. Strote earned his Bachelor of Arts in Social Psychology from the University of Michigan in 1960. He then pursued his Juris Doctor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, graduating in 1963.
His extensive education laid the foundation for a distinguished legal career spanning over five decades. Throughout his career, Mr. Strote has represented clients in various facets of the entertainment industry, including music, film, and sports. His expertise encompasses negotiating recording agreements, advising on copyright and trademark matters, and providing counsel on business formation and litigation. He has also served as outside counsel for prominent record labels such as Capitol Records and Curb Records, handling high-profile lawsuits in state and federal courts.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Strote has been actively involved in community service. He served as the President of the Liberace Foundation for the Creative and Performing Arts from 1987 to 2005, supporting the arts and education. He also served as a Commissioner for the Thousand Oaks Arts Commission from 2000 to 2004, contributing to the cultural development of the community. Mr.
Strote is admitted to practice law in California, the D.C. Circuit, and the 9th Circuit. He is a member of the Los Angeles Copyright Society and has been recognized for his contributions to the field of entertainment law. Strote Law Group, under Mr. Strote's leadership, continues to provide comprehensive legal services to clients in the entertainment and business sectors, leveraging decades of experience to navigate complex legal fields.
