Entertainment Law
What Does an Entertainment Lawyer Do?
An attorney who focuses on entertainment law usually specializes in the legal issues that arise in the entertainment industry. This can include a wide range of topics, such as:
Dealmaking: Entertainment lawyers who are dealmakers can be very helpful to their clients on the creative talent side or the production company side - to advise on how best to structure deals that work for all the parties.
Contract law: Entertainment lawyers help their clients negotiate and draft contracts, such as talent contracts, distribution agreements, and production agreements. They also advise their clients on the terms of these contracts and help them to avoid potential legal problems.
Intellectual property: Entertainment lawyers help their clients protect intellectual property rights, such as copyrights, and trademarks in the entertainment industry. This can include negotiating contracts, filing for copyright and trademark registration, and representing clients in intellectual property litigation.
Litigation and ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution): Entertainment lawyers represent their clients in a variety of legal disputes, such as copyright infringement lawsuits, trademark infringement lawsuits, and breach of contract lawsuits. They also help clients resolve disputes through alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation and arbitration.