Shaliz S. Romano

As a co-managing partner at Romano Law PLLC in the vibrant city of New York, Shaliz Sadig Romano brings over 10 years of rich experience in corporate dealings, employment law and the dynamic realms of entertainment, media and sports. She is known for her pragmatic approach, guiding entrepreneurs, business owners and companies, both local and international, through the complex legal landscapes of business operations.

In the entertainment and media world, Ms. Romano collaborates with a diverse array of professionals, from producers and directors to writers, novelists, talent managers and performers. She is a trusted adviser for those navigating the intricate legal elements of film production and television development.

For her film and production clientele, Ms. Romano provides insightful advice on structuring single-purpose entities, ensuring clear title chains and negotiating crucial agreements, including options, investor documents and production contracts. She also assists with clearance, distribution and contract negotiations for members of WGA, DGA and SAG-AFTRA.

Ms. Romano's academic journey began at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in biology with a minor in modern linguistics and philosophy in 2005. She then pursued law at New York Law School, graduating in 2009, and began her legal practice in New York in 2010. 

A regular speaker on legal matters, Ms. Romano has shared her insights on entertainment law at prestigious venues such as the New York City Bar Association, Writers Guild of America and Producers Guild of America, as well as academic institutions, notably Columbia University and Brooklyn Law School. Her knowledge is frequently sought in publications like the New York Times and Newsweek.

Ms. Romano is a voting member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the prestigious organization behind the Emmys, and also holds membership in BAFTA and Chief. She is recognized with an AV Preeminent peer-review rating* through Martindale-Hubbell, highlighting her esteemed standing among peers.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.