WELLS KAPPEL is a music law firm with a focus on transactional talent-side representation. Our clients include some of the biggest names in the business, and we pride ourselves on their diverse aesthetics and perspectives.
WHO WE ARE WHO WE ARE WHO WE ARE
Loren S. Wells
CHICAGO
Timothy Kappel
NEW ORLEANS
Shelby Gebb
Washington, D.C.
Avery Springer
CHICAGO
Loren S. Wells
Chicago, IL
[email protected]Loren grew up in the DIY world. Its tenets—creativity, collaboration, chutzpah—remain a core of his practice. He counsels multi-platinum pop stars, renowned indie rockers, “extreme metal” icons, and industry-leading individuals and entities of every kind. Loren is also a published scholar and a lecturer at Columbia College Chicago. He lives in Rogers Park.
Timothy Kappel
New Orleans, LA
[email protected]Tim maintains a unique entertainment practice from one of the most unique cities in the world. He handles high-profile transactions as well as business affairs, corporate matters, acquisitions, and complex legal disputes. Tim is also heavily involved in industry organizations and policy and is a lecturer at Loyola University New Orleans, where he lives.
Shelby Gebb
Washington, D.C.
[email protected]Shelby is an associate at WELLS KAPPEL. She represents firm clients— from musical artists to media companies—in deals, disputes, corporate and trademark matters, and more. Shelby is happy to work directly with artists whose music she grew up adoring. She lives in Washington, D.C.
Avery Springer
Chicago, IL
[email protected]Avery is the firm’s legal assistant. Based in Chicago, she plays a key role in all operations. Her music industry experience spans record labels, publishers, and touring the world fronting the esteemed indie rock band, Retirement Party. Avery also manages artists and continues playing live.
For general inquiries:
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New clients are by referral only.