Legal Counsel for Artists and Producers
The attorneys of Saeed & Little LLP use their extensive experience, problem-solving skills, and relationships to assist clients with many complex and diverse entertainment-related issues. Our primary function is to protect and promote our clients’ careers in a traditional legal setting. Not only are our attorneys well-versed in general business matters, but we are sharply attuned to the unique needs and practices of those involved in all facets of the entertainment industry.
Movie producers face real legal challenges
Financing and producing a movie or event can be quite a complex process, and there are several legal challenges that filmmakers often face.
- Securing Financing: Raising capital can involve complex legal arrangements, such as loans, equity investments, and crowdfunding. Each of these methods comes with its own legal considerations and requirements
- Tax Incentives and Credits: *Many countries offer tax incentives to encourage film production, but navigating these can be tricky. Filmmakers need to understand the legal requirements to qualify for these incentive
- Talent Contracts: Negotiating and securing contracts with actors, directors, and other key personnel to ensure their legal obligations and rights are clearly defined.
- Filming Permits: Obtaining the necessary permits to shoot in various locations, both public and private, to avoid legal issues and potential fines.
- Intellectual Property Rights: Protecting the intellectual property of the film, including trademarks and proprietary content, from unauthorized use.
- Copyright Infringement: Ensuring that the script, music, and other elements used in the film do not violate existing copyrights.
- Liability and Insurance: Managing liability for accidents or damages that occur during production and ensuring adequate insurance coverage is in place.
Navigating these legal issues can be complex, but with the right legal advice and proactive planning, producers can mitigate risks and ensure a smoother production process
Artists Musicians, and Actors Manage Their Business Needs
We provide a wide array of services, including negotiating and documenting agreements related to:
- Film, Television, and Video (acquisition, development, financing, production, and distribution agreements)
- Talent Representation (actor, writer, director, producer, social media influencer agreements)
- New Media (internet, wireless, and mobile programming agreements)
- Music (recording, publishing, production, and distribution agreements)
- Licensing and Merchandising (licensing, merchandising, permission, and celebrity endorsement agreements)
- Event Production (theme parks and pop-up experience agreements)
The experienced legal professional at Saeed & Little LLP provide producers and artists with sound, reliable legal counsel for the many challenges arising from working in the entertainment and media marketplace. Consult our legal team at Saeed & Little LLP for advice.