Desiree Talley

From protecting intellectual property to empowering creatives, Desireé Talley stands out. An award-winning attorney, Talley is a global thought-leader, and creative executive celebrated for her groundbreaking work at the intersection of law and pop culture. As the founder of POPLAW, she demystifies legal complexities and champions the fair representation and protection of creative professionals. Hailing from Vallejo, CA, Talley’s passion for storytelling and her dedication to shaping culture through the law drive her mission. Through POPLAW, she empowers creatives and artists by providing accessible legal resources and safeguarding their intellectual property.

With a background in entertainment law and a career spanning roles at BDG Media, Viacom Media Networks (Paramount), ASCAP, Pandora Media (Sirius XM), and Turner Entertainment Networks (TruTV), Talley has honed her expertise in representing creatives. Her work has earned her numerous awards, including recognition as the 2024 Rising Star In-house Counsel Award presented by the LA Times, XO Necole’s It Girl 100, 2024 Woman of Excellence presented by Evals Equity, National Black Lawyers Association Top 40 Under 40 Attorney, The CCNYC’s 2023 Creative Class, 2023 Woman of the Year presented by Seeds of Fortune, and 2023 Glitz & Glam Women in Power Award.

Today, as Vice President of Legal & Business Affairs at REVOLT Media & TV, Talley continues to shape the industry and champion the rights of artists.

As a graduate of Hampton University, St. John’s University School of Law, and the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at NYU, Talley's journey exemplifies the transformative power of passion and advocacy in shaping culture.