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We have a
diverse client base, including some of the most creative and successful
talents in music, television,
film and multimedia. We represent premiere recording artists,
songwriters, television producers, music publishers, record companies,
motion picture composers, screenwriters, film producers, artist
management companies, recording studios, merchandisers and record
producers. In addition, we represent the estates of some of
the twentieth century's preeminent artists. We have a strong
international practice, with business matters in numerous countries
around the world, including the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, France,
Argentina and Brazil.
Our major practice areas
include:
1. Transactional
We
counsel clients on day-to-day licensing, contractual and business matters, including
negotiation, copyright issues, trademarks and branding, licensing, and many matters.
We offer an expertise in all areas of the entertainment field, including music,
theater, motion pictures, television, live performances, publishing, multimedia
and advertising.
2. Litigation
We handle
a broad range of matters in both federal and state courts. Among the areas in
which we have litigation expertise are the following:
Royalty
Accounting and Collection: When litigation becomes necessary, we handle
civil actions to obtain royalties, residuals, and other compensation for our creative
clients.
Intellectual
Property Disputes: We handle the prosecution and defense of copyright infringement
claims, trademark and unfair competition actions, brand and band name disputes
and anti-piracy matters, including preliminary and permanent injunctions.
General: We handle the prosecution and defense of claims arising from contractual
relationships of all kinds, including business litigation, claims of interference
with advantageous business relationships and unfair competition.
3.
Corporate
We counsel our
clients in establishing, buying and selling companies for their entertainment,
real estate, and many other ventures, and we provide legal services in connection
with many employment issues.
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