About James L. Walker, Jr.

Managing Partner, StillWater Partners on Broadway

James L. Walker, Jr. is a nationally recognized entertainment attorney, author, and business strategist with over 25 years of experience guiding some of the world’s most notable artists, creators, and media companies. As a founding partner of StillWater Partners on Broadway, James brings both legal precision and visionary leadership to the firm’s mission: shaping Broadway’s future through high-impact, global theatrical investments.

From the Boardroom to the Backstage

James has spent his career at the intersection of entertainment, intellectual property, and strategic deal-making. His client roster has included Grammy-winning artists, major record labels, production companies, television personalities, and media moguls. But his passion has always been deeper than the deal—it’s about access, empowerment, and legacy.

At StillWater, he oversees investment negotiations, contract structuring, and strategic partnerships across a portfolio of powerhouse productions, including MJ The Musical (Broadway, London, Australia, Germany), Hell’s Kitchen, Sinatra The Musical, and more.

A Legal Mind With a Legacy Mission

As an attorney, James has lectured across the globe on entertainment law and authored the acclaimed book This Business of Urban Music. As an investor and managing partner, he understands that real influence doesn’t just happen in the limelight—it’s built in the rooms where ownership is decided and futures are funded.

StillWater reflects that ethos: create a firm that doesn’t just support art, but shifts who gets to be behind it. Quietly expanding access. Powerfully building equity.

Industry Influence & Cultural Vision

James’s impact extends beyond Broadway. He’s a trusted advisor in media, a fierce advocate for artist rights, and a consistent voice in the movement toward more inclusive economic participation in entertainment.

His leadership style blends sharp legal strategy with a commitment to unlocking generational opportunity—ensuring that StillWater Partners doesn’t just invest in the stage… but in the people who’ve historically been excluded from owning a piece of it.