Danielle Yurkew

Danielle is an Associate Attorney at Romano Law, with a primary focus on media and entertainment, intellectual property, corporate and employment matters.  She obtained her Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Brooklyn Law School.

During her time in law school, Danielle held the prestigious position of President of the Student Bar Association and committed herself to public service as a Pro Bono Scholar.  She honed her legal skills through practical experience, actively participating in a clinic where she helped entrepreneurs on matters related to intellectual property, business formation and tech policy.  This experience culminated in Danielle receiving a certificate in IP, Media and Information Law.

Beyond her tenure at Romano Law as a former law clerk and extern, Danielle boasts an impressive background in the entertainment industry.  She served on the in-house legal team of a global music company, where she navigated licensing agreements and conducted research on emerging music law issues.  Additionally, she was an Associate Producer with CBS News, covering a diverse array of stories, from high-profile court cases to breaking news and international current events.

In 2019, she earned her Master of Science (MS) from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.  Prior to that, she graduated with honors (cum laude) from New York University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Media Studies.

Outside her professional pursuits, Danielle finds joy in leisure activities such as lounging on the beach, attending concerts and taking walks with her beloved Bernedoodle, named Murrow.

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