Areas of Practice

Intellectual Property:

Copyrights & Trademarks

Ideas, tangible or not, are the most important things to protect in today’s competitive creative market. With so many channels and constantly replenishing feeds to watch out for, tracing the ownership and originality of a design, brand name, or invention needs the laser-focused eye of a trained attorney. I’ll handle the search, application, and filing process of trademarks, copyrights, and patents. And if your idea has been infringed upon, I will negotiate the best possible licensing and settlement agreements.

Art Law

Demystifying art law is in itself a creative practice. It requires finesse, strategic structuring, and, in many ways, empathy. At the end of the day, art and its worth is profoundly personal. In such matters, mediation or arbitration almost always yields the most fulfilling results. However, should the occasion arise, I am more than prepared to move into litigation. From artists, agents, dealers, galleries, museums, and auction houses, my clients have always walked away from their disputes or deals knowing that their core interests were preserved.

Entertainment

The world of entertainment is ever-growing and evolving, and I’m not just talking about sound trends. With the consistent introduction of varying revenue streams and distribution channels, the opportunity for profit grows, but so does the complexity. I take pride in clearly explaining and navigating the often foggy landscape of entertainment law and its relationship to entertainment industry professionals of all types. I help my clients draft and negotiate contracts relating to recording, publishing, licensing and distribution, sponsorship, and merchandising.

Digital Media & Technology

The internet, software, and technology are so pervasive that I can’t remember having ever lived without them. They make our lives simpler, but behind the curtain are fluctuating challenges in protection and monetization; challenges that I stay two steps ahead of. I’ve helped engineers, inventors, and entrepreneurs develop, license, sell, and maintain ownership over their creations.

Whether you run a theater, recording studio, or an eCommerce website, all businesses need to minimize their legal liability and risk. I will assess the structure of your operation, such as its physical or digital space, the types of products you sell, who your consumers are, what type of company you have filed under (LLC, Inc, etc.), and so on. From there, I will tailor the right risk plan, complete with permit applications, insurance policies, and more, so you can worry less about liabilities and concentrate on growing your business.

General Litigation

No case is too small for me. Whether you have been injured and need an advocate on your side or if you have a complex matter, I can assist you. I have handled various cases in areas of law not listed here. Connect with me so I can resolve your case next.