Don Erik Franzen

Don Erik Franzen serves as an adjunct professor at the Herb Albert School of Music, University of California, Los Angeles, and concurrently holds a prominent role as Legal Affairs Editor for the Los Angeles Review of Books. His professional identity centers on an international legal practice specializing in entertainment industry matters including recording, film, television, live entertainment, copyright, and trademarks.

His research and professional interests focus on the intersection of law and creative industries, particularly within music and media contexts. Franzen regularly lectures on entertainment law topics and has authored extensive essays and book reviews analyzing legal frameworks in artistic production. His practical experience extends to executive producing major recording and video projects, demonstrating applied integration of legal expertise in creative workflows.

No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Similarly, no information was provided regarding student advising, research grants, laboratory affiliations, or team leadership roles beyond his editorial and production activities.