The Austin Val Verde Foundation Board of Directors...
Frank K. Wheaton, Esq., Director
225 South Lake Avenue - Suite 1400
Pasadena, CA 91101
(310) 505-3524 - Mobile Access
(626) 793-3900
(323) 979-9000
Indianapolis Law Office:
4010 West 86th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 334-6095
(317) 871-4104
www.frankkwheaton.com
Upon graduation from California State University at Northridge with a degree in Radio/TV and Film, Mr. Wheaton worked at KPFK-FM in Los Angeles where he was employed as a broadcast announcer, engineer, and producer. From there, Mr. Wheaton was hired as an announcer at WHUR-FM in Washington, D.C., where the program he helped popularize, “The Daily Drum” continues to enjoy success to this day. For several years, the National Broadcasting Corporation in Washingtonemployed Mr. Wheaton and he served under the tutelage of several legendary broadcasters including John Chancellor, David Brinkley, Barbara Walters and Willard Scott.
In 1978, Mr Wheaton moved to New York where he branched into further arenas including print and billboard ads, commercials, television, film, and theatre. During the next five years, Mr. Wheaton would become one of the top commercial and print actors in America, appearing as the principal actor in nearly 300 commercials for sponsors such as Amway, Amtrak, Dean Witter, Hartford Insurance, Millionaire Cologne for Mennen, Kodak, Polaroid, McDonald’s, Wrigley’s Extra Gum, Cadillac, Sears, Jello, and dozens more. In 1982, he was cast and starred with George Kennedy in ABC’s “CounterAttack: Crime in America.” After the series was completed, Mr. Wheaton continued to work in episodic television and relocated to Los Angeles where he now resides.
In the fall of 1982, Mr. Wheaton pursued a lifelong dream of becoming an attorney by matriculating at the University of West Los Angeles School of Law. At UWLA, he was a member of the Moot Court Board of Governors, Vice President of the Sports/Entertainment Law Society, and Dean of the Delta Theta Phi Law Society. Graduating with a degree of Juris Doctor, Mr. Wheaton was admitted to the Indiana State Bar and the United States District Court in both the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. Currently, Mr. Wheaton is an Of Counsel member of the prestigious law firm of Scolinos, Sheldon & Nevell of Pasadena, NewportBeach, and Palm Desert, California.
In 1984, Mr. Wheaton founded The Management Group, Sports/Entertainment Representatives. For television, Mr. Wheaton created and executive produced a number of special events, and is a professor of Entertainment Law. Despite a constant and rigorous schedule, Mr. Wheaton still manages to find the time for personal speaking engagements, golf, and time with his family.
Frank K. Wheaton, Esq., is an Of Counsel member of the prestigious law firm, Scolinos, Sheldon & Nevell, located in Pasadena, Newport Beach, and Palm Desert, California. In addition, he maintains a private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Mr. Wheaton’s distinguished practice primarily focuses on sports and entertainment law. His experience spans thirty years as a broadcaster, agent, and manager, providing his clients with an unparalleled voice in the handling of their representation.
Professional Athletes
Mr. Wheaton enjoys a national reputation representing the career interests of professional athletes. His athletic clients include well-known sports figures and former Olympians. The focus of his representation of athletes is in contracts, product endorsements, and film/television opportunities.
Media/Entertainment
Whether representing broadcasters or producers, or being invited to appear on major broadcast programs as one of a prominent short list of media experts in America, Mr. Wheaton’s experience is unmatched. His media savvy is invaluable when organizing special events, such as the The First Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Golf Classic, negotiating film and/or television production deals, or coordinating a media relations campaign for public figures. Mr. Wheaton is also frequently invited to appear as a guest lecturer on the subjects of representing professional athletes and entertainers.
Literary
The world of literary representation is complex, and Mr. Wheaton’s considerable experience in this genre includes managing the affairs of several notable authors. His primary areas of literary expertise include story acquisition and negotiation; contracts; public relations; and media relations.
Litigation
Through his affiliation with the prestigious law firm of Scolinos, Sheldon & Nevell, experts in the practice areas of personal injury, business litigation, and medical malpractice, Mr. Wheaton maintains a litigation practice for personal injury, class action, and civil rights/discrimination cases.
Whether championing rights or artfully meeting the needs of his sports and entertainment clients, Mr. Wheaton is a man of sterling integrity. The strong relationship he builds with each of his clients is the key to his success as an attorney.
