Yo need to initially setup a legal entity, obtain a federal tax id number and open a bank account. You will also need several contracts drafted and...

I would like to perform my own (Clean) version of Christina Aguilera's "Candyman". Where should I start? (Other than asking her)

The "song" may not actually be hers at all. The sound recording is usually owned by the artists record label and the song/lyrics/composition is...

Are there any entertainment attorneys in Atlanta?

Search Avvo.com for entertainment attorneys. There are many qualified attorneys listed with the experience to assist you. And with email and Skype...

What kind of specialized attorney would I need?

It appears that you have a strong case if you never signed any documents. Your age may be an additional factor if you were a minor at the time. I...

Is it legal for a musical band to offer a referral bonus to those who refer their services?

You are skirting on the issue of paying a talent/booking agent. If the party is serving as a talent or booking agent as defined under the relevant...

I am interested in writing a movie spec script based on a case in the news. Do I need to clear rights with the people involved?

You should focus your efforts on your creativity in writing your story first. Don't be overly concerned with legalities until later before you are...

What should I do about being defrauded by an entertainment company, that posed as a hiring staffing agency?

I represented a client in a similar case and we filed a lawsuit against a popular cable television network. You may have certain legal rights that...

Need an attorney re corporate and media revenue matters. Media agent attorney?

I've represented several individuals while they were in prison and had a book or screenplay to sell. There are laws limiting what someone in prison...

Do you think there are advantag to using an accountant-attorney for intellectual property contract negotiations with Hollywood?

Not really. Practically all of the most successfull screenwriters in Hollywood have both an attorney and an accountant. The law and accounting are...

Do I need an Entertainment Attorney to reclaim our book title, ISBN # and Copy Rights?

You need to retain an entertainment attorney to review your documents and advise you on the best course of action to protect your rights. Find one...