Experience

Rushing McCarl

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Attorney, Managing Partner

  • Jun 2020 - Present

  John Rushing has extensive litigation experience representing both Fortune 500 companies on the defense side of the bar and individuals on the plaintiff’s side of the bar. Mr. Rushing began his career as a litigator at Sidley Austin LLP, where he was a member of one of the nation’s premiere products liability practice groups and handled complex cases relating to pharmaceutical products, medical devices, environmental injuries, and insurance coverage. After many years at Sidley, Mr. Rushing became a plaintiff’s attorney focusing on protecting individuals hurt by nursing home negligence and medical malpractice. After almost a decade in legal practice, Mr. Rushing shifted his focus to the entertainment sector, where he worked as a film producer and virtual reality entrepreneur. His experience as a litigator and startup founder allows him to bring comprehensive legal insights to companies and individuals seeking aggressive representation. Show less



Rushing Entertainment

• Principal

  • 2010 - 2020

  Oversaw the daily operational responsibilities of the company, as well as establishing strong business relationships with private investors and established production companies for legal rights to scripted and unscripted television shows and featured films. I draft, develop, negotiate, and review life rights, along with option, shopping, and licensing agreements between parties. A few key highlights while in this role includes:  Instrumental in the organizing, filming, and producing multiple features for both television and film that were sold or acquired by major production companies.  Negotiated contracts and project funding with high-net worth private investors and business contacts to obtain the necessary financial resources to keep project timelines on track.  Navigated and secured the proper producing right necessary based on the scope of the project. These areas included life rights, option agreements, and co-producer finance agreements with individuals and agents.  Effectively managed and oversaw all import and export agreements pertaining to a project that required over $200K in equipment be sent to Antarctica for a VR project. Worked with outside government agencies to acquire the necessary licensing and requirements to move the equipment across multiple regions. Show less



Levin & Perconti

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Attorney

  • 2007 - 2009

  As a Trial Attorney, I represented individuals in the areas of product liability, catastrophic injury and nursing care malpractice concerns. I managed numerous cases from inception through completion, as well as performed discovery for each case, documenting significant events to compile and establish crucial evidentiary record. I served as liaison among clients, opposing attorneys, and industry experts to achieve client goals. Additionally, I partnered with colleagues to draft requests to secure documents, interrogatories, and discovery responses. A couple of key highlights while in this role included:  Successfully negotiated and tried numerous multi-million dollar lawsuits pertaining to healthcare cases within the region.  Identified gaps in corporate guidelines and structures that allowed for medical professionals to be considered liable for malpractice claims. Show less



Sidley Austin LLP

• United States
• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Attorney

  • 2002 - 2007

  While working for Sidley Austin, I served as a member of the company’s Product Liability team working closely with Fortune 50 clients to defend allegations in the areas of product liability and class action litigation including insurance coverage and third-party payor class action cases. I conducted and defended depositions for both plaintiffs and expert witnesses, as well as argued pre-trial motions, summary judgements, and motions in limine. A key highlight while in this role included:  Brought in as a member of outside counsel team to represent clients in the pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, and electrical industries against consumer risk claims including asbestos exposure and food contamination. Show less



The University of Texas at Austin

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Teaching Assistant to Admiral Bob Inman

  • 1999 - 2001

  Teaching Assistant: Perspectives in Public Policy Organized and administered Admiral Inman's graduate class on public policy. Liaised with visiting professors including members of the The Federal Reserve, members of Congress, and former leaders in the U.S. Intelligence Community. Helped prepare lesson plans. Drafted and graded the exams. Teaching Assistant: Perspectives in Public Policy Organized and administered Admiral Inman's graduate class on public policy. Liaised with visiting professors including members of the The Federal Reserve, members of Congress, and former leaders in the U.S. Intelligence Community. Helped prepare lesson plans. Drafted and graded the exams.