About Julie Norma
Julie Norma Samuels is the founder and principal attorney at Peppercorn Partners LLC, a legal consulting firm based in New York City. She specializes in business law, with a focus on intellectual property and entertainment & sports law. Peppercorn Partners offers a range of services tailored to the creative sector, including copyright protection, licensing and syndication, trademark registration, contract drafting, and negotiation.
The firm is located at 276 Fifth Avenue, Suite 704, New York, NY 10001-4527 — Julie earned her Juris Doctor from New York Law School. She is admitted to practice law in New York and is a member of both the American Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association. Before founding Peppercorn Partners, Julie gained experience in corporate roles at organizations such as the New York City Opera, Condé Nast, and Artsy.
Her work at Artsy solidified her desire to work closely with creatives, leading her to establish Peppercorn Partners in 2020. Under Julie's leadership, Peppercorn Partners has become known for its personalized legal services, supporting artists and creative professionals in protecting their intellectual property and navigating complex commercial transactions. Julie is recognized for her compassionate advocacy and creative problem-solving skills, making her a trusted advisor in the creative community.
