LOS ANGELES, August 5, 2025 –Proskauer advised Zello, a private investment platform focused on scaling exceptional businesses in the broader entertainment industry, on its acquisition of Cinelease, a market leader in lighting and grip rentals, from Herc Rentals (NYSE: HRI).
The transaction marks a defining move in Zello's strategy to support the infrastructure behind content creation and power the future of global film and television production. Under Zello's ownership, Cinelease will continue to be led by industry veterans Mark Lamberton, Chris Rogers and Gannon Murphy and will operate as a standalone, privately held company backed by Zello's experienced team.
With decades of operational expertise across studio management, equipment logistics and production infrastructure, Zello will support Cinelease in deepening its market presence while remaining aligned with the needs of filmmakers and crews. This transition positions Cinelease for disciplined expansion and reinforces its commitment to delivering world-class lighting, grip and studio solutions.
The Proskauer team was led by partnerBen Orlanski(M&A) and partnerPhilip Kaminski(Finance). It also included associatesStephanie Kim,Jacob Weinberg,Courtney Kim,John CampanellaandKathie Duperval(M&A); partnerSteve Weise, special counselSusan Goldfarband associatesGloria Kim,Bradley WaldstreicherandBrenna Keane(Finance); partnerRob Shmaloand associatesWilliam West andDelfina Corti Maderna(Real Estate); partnerWai Choyand associateCaroline Rimmer(Intellectual Property); partnerRobert Friedmanand associateRita Halabi(Tax); partnerAliza Cinamon(Environmental); partnerColleen Hart, senior counselKatrine Magasand associateHeather Monte(Compensation & Benefits); partnerJohn Ingrassiaand associatesTimothy BurroughsandShannon McGowan(Antitrust); partnerNathan Lander(Insurance); and partnerCary Robbinsand associateSabrina Schloss(Private Client Services).