Andy Schauer

As partner and head of transactional law at Schauer Law Group LLP in Calabasas, California, Andy Schauer provides comprehensive legal counsel across Los Angeles. His practice spans entertainment and sports, business and corporate law, alongside estate planning and probate. He works closely with entrepreneurs, talent and corporate entities to negotiate complex contracts, structure business ventures and secure wealth. His strategic approach safeguards key assets, drives business expansion and ensures long-term protection for his clients' personal and commercial interests.

Mr. Schauer’s career in entertainment law began while studying at Southwestern Law’s Biederman Sports & Entertainment Law Institute, where hands-on internships with a film sales agency and production company taught him how creative works are monetized. Following graduation, he sharpened his industry instincts as an agent trainee at a top Los Angeles talent agency. Licensed in California since 2015, this early background provided him with a foundational understanding of the entertainment ecosystem.

Recognizing his passion for the legal side of the industry, Mr. Schauer honed his craft at a prominent firm before establishing his own successful practice. Operating as a solo practitioner for four years expanded his scope into business entity formation, corporate governance and broader transactional matters. Managing every facet of his own firm fostered a deep entrepreneurial spirit, allowing him to diversify his clientele while mastering the practical mechanics of business growth and protection.

Mr. Schauer’s diverse experience informs his transactional practice, enabling him to foresee market challenges and develop strategic legal solutions. His background in talent agencies and production houses offers valuable insights into both the creative and corporate aspects of deals. He delivers practical counsel that assists artists, entrepreneurs and businesses in navigating complex agreements and protecting their long-term interests.