About Us
At Showbiz Consultants, we bridge the gap between creativity and documents, making the complexities of film and television legal delivery straightforward and stress-free.
Whether you’re a major distributor needing to streamline your processes or an independent filmmaker ready to bring your vision to a global audience, our mission is to ensure your legal & business affairs journey is smooth, cost-effective, and efficient.
We’ve carefully curated a team of industry experts to advise on all aspects of your business, project, event, or program. This team includes licensed attorneys and legal professionals based globally, each with specialized experience in various facets of the entertainment industry.
Together, we bring decades of licensed entertainment legal experience, ensuring that Showbiz Consultants offers industry-leading expertise tailored to your needs.
Showbiz Consultants is a consulting company and not a law firm. We make no representation that our services are law firm services or that they guarantee the enhancement of your company. Our consultation is not legal advice and engagement does not form an attorney-client relationship. Our consultation should not substitute for professional legal advice and we advise you to seek the counsel of your own independent attorney.
Founder
Walter Boholst, J.D., Esq.
President & Founder
Walter Boholst began working in legal delivery in 2008 with Image Entertainment. Sixteen years later, he has since supervised the legal delivery process for thousands of films and TV series. Highlights include “Stowaway,” “Mandy,” and “Vivarium.”
Walter has also contributed to the business side of hundreds of music projects released by major record labels.
His diverse experience includes roles at entertainment titans including:
- The Walt Disney Company (The Incredibles, The Jimmy Kimmel Show),
- Universal Music Group (Blink 182, Paulina Rubio)
- Rhino Entertainment/Warner Music Group (Prince, The Eagles, The Doors).
- Arc Entertainment, VP and Head of Business Affairs (The Ward, 96 Minutes)
Walter’s degrees and credentials include:
- A diehard fan of his undergraduate alma mater, University of Florida.
- A law degree from the University of Miami School of Law
- Additional film education from Miami Dade College and UCLA Extension
- He is a licensed attorney in his home state of Florida.
Walter has also lectured around the world for a wide array of hosts:
- Film Development Council of the Philippines
- The National Filipino American Youth Association
- The University of Florida Asian Student Union
- The University of Miami School of Film and TV
In addition to his legal expertise, Walter is also a creative and filmmaker – giving him unique empathy for his clients on both the buying and selling sides of the Hollywood equation.
He has written, directed, and produced two feature films along with numerous other creative projects. This unique blend of both creative and legal expertise allows Walter to offer a distinctive level of service to Showbiz Consultants’ clients—ensuring that both artistic vision and business needs are met.
Walter’s dedication to his clients, staff, and staying up to date with international industry trends splits his time between Florida, Los Angeles, and industry hotspots around the globe.
Founder
Walter Boholst, J.D., Esq.
President & Founder
Walter Boholst began working in legal delivery in 2008 with Image Entertainment. Sixteen years later, he has since supervised the legal delivery process for thousands of films and TV series. Highlights include “Stowaway,” “Mandy,” and “Vivarium.”
Walter has also contributed to the business side of hundreds of music projects released by major record labels.
His diverse experience includes roles at entertainment titans including:
- The Walt Disney Company (The Incredibles, The Jimmy Kimmel Show),
- Universal Music Group (Blink 182, Paulina Rubio)
- Rhino Entertainment/Warner Music Group (Prince, The Eagles, The Doors).
- Arc Entertainment, VP and Head of Business Affairs (The Ward, 96 Minutes)
Walter’s degrees and credentials include:
- A diehard fan of his undergraduate alma mater, University of Florida.
- A law degree from the University of Miami School of Law
- Additional film education from Miami Dade College and UCLA Extension
- He is a licensed attorney in his home state of Florida.
Walter has also lectured around the world for a wide array of hosts:
- Film Development Council of the Philippines
- The National Filipino American Youth Association
- The University of Florida Asian Student Union
- The University of Miami School of Film and TV
In addition to his legal expertise, Walter is also a creative and filmmaker – giving him unique empathy for his clients on both the buying and selling sides of the Hollywood equation.
He has written, directed, and produced two feature films along with numerous other creative projects. This unique blend of both creative and legal expertise allows Walter to offer a distinctive level of service to Showbiz Consultants’ clients—ensuring that both artistic vision and business needs are met.
Walter’s dedication to his clients, staff, and staying up to date with international industry trends splits his time between Florida, Los Angeles, and industry hotspots around the globe.
The Team
Mei Loraine Fanlo-Dabon, LL.B., Esq.
– Legal Analyst
Loraine Fanlo-Dabon is a Filipino lawyer born and raised in Cebu, Philippines. She is currently based in Auckland, New Zealand, where she supports Showbiz Consultants clients remotely.
Loraine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, majoring in Business Administration, along with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Cebu. (In the Philippines, a Bachelor of Laws requires four years of study; it is the Philippine equivalent of law school in the United States.)
Loraine has extensive experience as a legal practitioner, having spent eight years as a Commission Attorney for the National Labor Relations Commission, Seventh Division, in Cebu—an agency under the Department of Labor and Employment. During her government service, she gained significant expertise in labor law and dispute resolution.
Following her government role, Loraine transitioned into private practice for two years, focusing on Employment and Civil Law. Our fully remote, globally distributed team allows her to maintain excellent work-life balance while working at a very high level in her field.
Michael Roark, J.D., Esq.
– Legal Analyst
As a veteran legal analyst at Showbiz Consultants, Michael takes on some of the most complex and high-profile projects, ensuring every task is handled with precision and care. A licensed attorney since 2009, Michael earned his law degree from the University of Florida College of Law and began his career in Florida’s competitive real estate legal market. He later transitioned into the film industry, producing various projects and leveraging his law school mock trial experience into a successful acting career. Michael has starred in films like Driven, Bennett’s War, and Furious in Alabama, as well as appearing in popular shows like The Young and the Restless, Magic Mike, and Beauty and the Beast.
Julie Hunt, J.D., Esq.
– Account Director
Julie Hunt joined Showbiz Consultants in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of industry experience. She oversees legal delivery review for Showbiz Consultants’ clients, including sales agents, distributors, and independent producers.
Julie graduated from The George Washington University in 2003 with a B.A. in Political Science, focusing on Public Policy. She earned her J.D. from Southwestern College of Law in 2007, where she participated in the accelerated SCALE program and completed an externship with Warner Music Group. She is licensed to practice law in California.
Julie’s professional background spans some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Warner Bros., Paramount, Universal Music Group, Wixen Music, Vin Di Bona Productions, and Activision. She has also practiced law with several boutique law firms specializing in film and television production and distribution.
Notably, Julie is also a decorated combat veteran. She served in the U.S. Navy for four years, deploying twice aboard the USS WASP (LHD-1). For her outstanding service, she was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal by the Admiral of the Sixth Fleet.
Showbiz Consultants is fortunate to benefit from Julie’s discipline, expertise, and dedication.
Testimonials
“It was lovely to work with you. We appreciate your patience as we worked to get everything sorted. Thank you and look forward to working with you in the future.”
“Thank you Julie and the whole Showbiz Consultants team!”
“Thank you for your patience, I know it has been a long road and I appreciate your help in getting us over the line!”