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Duetti

Legal Externship (Spring 2027)

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Hybrid
New York, NY, USA
Entry level
Hybrid
New York, NY, USA
Entry level
Legal extern supporting Duetti’s Legal Department with music asset purchase agreements, distribution and licensing agreement reviews, legal research, copyright and compliance analysis, due diligence, documentation, and cross-functional project coordination. The role provides practical exposure to entertainment and technology law in a startup environment and requires participation through an accredited J.D. program. This is an unpaid educational externship with no employment relationship or guaranteed job offer.
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About Duetti

Duetti is the music company that partners with independent artists and songwriters to buy, manage, and market their catalogs. Founded in 2022 by CEO Lior Tibon and COO Christopher Nolte, Duetti provides capital and operational support to help creators monetize, manage, and grow their music catalogs.

Through flexible deal structures, Duetti works with a broad range of artists and songwriters, supporting them with catalog management, marketing services and production of remixes and derivative works. Since its founding, Duetti has partnered with more than 1,100 creators across over 40 countries.

Duetti is backed by The Raine Group, Flexpoint Ford, Nyca Partners, Viola Ventures, and Roc Nation, and has raised more than $635 million to date through a combination of equity and debt financing.


The Role

We’re seeking a motivated legal extern to join Duetti’s Legal Department. This externship offers a firsthand legal experience at the intersection of law, music, and technology within a fast-paced startup environment. Interns will engage in the drafting of purchase agreements for music assets, legal research and due diligence relating to distribution, licensing, and financing agreements,  and will have the opportunity to interface with industry stakeholders and opposing counsel. 

What You Will Do

  • Aid and support the Legal Department in day-to-day legal tasks.

  • Review and prepare memos on distribution, license, publishing, and related agreements.

  • Support legal research on topics related to music rights, international copyright and music rights, compliance, and other similar topics.

  • Help prepare and maintain documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

  • Collaborate with the legal and business development teams on cross-functional projects.

  • Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute to project coordination.

What You Bring

  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

  • A clear and proactive communicator who enjoys teamwork and problem-solving.

  • Curious about the legal aspects of the entertainment and technology industries and eager to work in a fast-paced startup environment.

Compliance Notice

This is an unpaid educational externship coordinated through your accredited J.D. programs. No wages or employment benefits are provided. You acknowledge no employment relationship exists and understand no job offer is guaranteed. Written acknowledgment required prior to start date per NY State Department of Labor guidelines.

Equal Opportunity

Duetti is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email your request to [email protected].

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