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Areas of Practice

 

The firm advises artists, authors, filmmakers, designers, entrepreneurs, executives, nonprofit organizations, and businesses on the legal and strategic issues that drive growth, innovation, and long-term value.


Our practice sits at the intersection of intellectual property, entertainment and media, executive leadership, and business transactions. We help clients develop, protect, finance, commercialize, and expand creative and business assets through practical legal counsel and strategic guidance.


Whether negotiating a publishing agreement, structuring a film financing transaction, protecting intellectual property, advising a founder or executive, or helping a creative enterprise navigate growth opportunities, we provide sophisticated counsel tailored to each client's objectives.

 

 

The various business and legal needs served by the firm include:

 

Entertainment, Media & Creative Industries
Film, Television, Theatre, Music, Digital Media, Podcasts, and Content Production


Intellectual Property Strategy & Protection
Copyright, Trademark, Licensing, Brand Protection, Rights Management, and Technology Assets


Publishing, Licensing & Content Commercialization
Publishing Agreements, Rights Acquisitions, Licensing Transactions, and Distribution Arrangements


Executive Employment & Compensation
Employment Agreements, Equity Compensation, Consulting Arrangements, Separation and Severance Matters


Corporate & Commercial Transactions
Strategic Partnerships, Joint Ventures, Financing Transactions, Commercial Agreements, and Business Acquisitions


Business Formation & Governance
Entity Formation, Operating Agreements, Corporate Governance, Board Advisory Matters, and Nonprofit Organizations


Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
Artists, Authors, Designers, Photographers, Cultural Institutions, Foundations, and Creative Enterprises


Sports & Athlete Representation
Name, Image & Likeness (NIL), Endorsements, Sponsorships, and Related Commercial Opportunities


Strategic Business Counseling
Growth Strategy, Intellectual Property Development, Commercialization, Licensing Opportunities, and Market Expansion

 

 

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