How and where do a file a management contract for a entertainer that is a minor in Chicago,IL?

The rules are complex. I wrote a chapter in a book called "Entertainment Law", for the NYS Bar Association on approval of minors contracts, in...

What happens if a producer buys the rights to make a movie based on my book, then can't get the movie made for some reason?

Its called turnaround rights. The producer may have spent money developing your book, and if the rights are to revert to you, the producer may well...

A talent mgr wants me to sign a 36 mo contract? Is this typical in Los Angeles? What if he or I terminate before the term?

I"m sure there are other provisions of a contract that are relevant. When you go to the internist for a check up, you let her examine all of you,...

Congratulations, indeed! One more thing to think about, other than those things that Mr. Ross and others mentioned is the territory in which...

Artist Management contract. Seeking a good lawyer, unable to find a reputable one. Any suggestions?

Most modern management agreements begin at that rate. Colonel Parker charged Elvis 50%. But there are many issues to address in the management...

Can I acquire the rights to song productions produced by defunct record production companies, producers, and/or labels?

You state that we should not confuse song copyrights, which is fine, as you want to limit your question to rights in the recordings. Much of...

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Can entertainment lawyers help me get in touch with famous singers so i write lyrics for them?

A lawyer will only have connections to the people he or she knows. A music publisher, on the other hand, if you are lucky enough to get one...

Is this kind of provision normal in a film producer's agreement?

No! You shouldn't. But you are also well advised to have a lawyer work with you on the agreement. It's ine thing to convey rights, it's...

I am short film director, just graduated and low income, if I have an individual who wants to give me her life story, how shoul

A Life Story Rights agreement is a good idea, but given your budget, i would have that agreement be a page long, and the consideration for the...

I wrote a manuscript for a man with a story. He wants to throw it out. Do I have any obligation to him, or can I publish it?

I see no less than four specific questions in your post. No one on this site can advise you in a manner that can be useful for others regarding...