$ 350-750 per hour
Barry Neil Shrum
About Barry
Biography
Music, entertainment and Internet attorney, consultant and expert witness with specialized knowledge of the music industry and royalty structures. Over 15 years of experience in drafting and negotiating contracts in the music industry, including but not limited to, songwriting agreement, management agreements, and recording agreements. Also experienced litigator with trial experience at both the State and Federal level.
Skills include application of corporate and business formations to music and entertainment clients. Skills also include extensive experience in trademark application.
Practice Areas
12
Practice Areas
Entertainment
65%
38 years | 2,000 cases
Copyright Infringement
5%
33 years | 10 cases
Litigation
5%
33 years | 100 cases
Trademark Application
5%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 27 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Shrum & Associates P.C
54 Music Square East, Suite 350, Nashville, TN, 37203
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Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2019
Quick and an excellent respond to my query.
I needed an advice on legal matters and Barry Neil Shrum quickly responded to my request very professional and an excellent knowledge; advised me how to solve my query. I will strongly recommend Barry Nail's legal matters knowledge to everyone who needs one.
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2015
Offered good explaination
Mr Shrum was only lawyer to answer my question and his answer was very educational. I provided followup info because he said my initial question was incomplete and he responded in a timely manner.
Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Nashville Based Attorney
A few years ago, I had the misfortune of being involved in a lawsuit that could have been devastating to me as a small business owner. I had 10 days to file a response with the court and didn’t have an attorney I trusted to take the case. After a few days of searching, I met Barry Shrum. After v...
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2009 | Entertainment
Will Fight For His Client!!
"Integrity" should be Barry Shrum's middle name! He has represented us for various reasons from independent label legal work to finalizing and handling everything for our publishing agreements. He has always looked out for our best interest and has done it with great competency and class. We have ...
Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2009
Review of Barry Neil
I needed advice in an urgent manner and Barry was quick to respond to me. He was thorough and attentive. He took care of my matter very quickly and took the pressure off me.
Barry Neil Shrum's Lawyer Endorsements
"Barry thoroughly researches his cases, is knowledgeable and reasonable. The recipe for good results for his clients!"
"I know Attorney Shrum through his contributions to the Q&A forum on Avvo, where I was particularly impressed by one of his answers in the very niche area of Entertainment Law. Folks looking for an actual Entertainment Lawyer with formal understanding of the industry ought look no further."
"I have been on opposite sides of Barry in several matters and have always found him to be smart, prepared, aggressive and most of all, reasonable."
Experience
Honors
2017
Mentor of the Year, Nashville Enterpreneur Center
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Presidential Who's Who, McGuiness Publishing
2009
Honors Edition of Who's Who Among Executives and Professionals, Biltmore
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Lexis Nexis
2009
Who's Who for Outstanding Professionals, Strathmore
2009
Top Ten Entertainment Firms in Nashville, TN, Nashville Business Journal
2008
Top Ten Entertainment Firms, Nashville Business Journal
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Featured in "In Charge: Music Row's Decision Makers", Music Row Magazine
2008
Featured legal partner, www.yellyo.com
2008
Top Executive Profiles, Conde Nast Portfolio.com
2007
America's Premier Lawyer, Skynet Radio
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Featured entertainment attorney, www.digimusictv.com
2000
Certificate of Achievement, Nashville YMCA Black Achievers Program
1999
National Registry of Who's Who, American Biographical Publications
1997
Meritorious Service Award, Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
1989
Who's Who Among American Law Students, Summa Publishing Bureau
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Belmont University, Mike Curb School of Music Business
2009 - Present
Senior Partner, Shrum & Assocaites
1998 - 2009
Partner, Harris Martin Jones Shrum Bradford & Wommack, PA
1996 - 1998
Founding Partner, Art & Entertainment Law Group, Philadelphia
1994 - 1996
In-House Counsel, Major Claims Litigation, CIGNA Companies
1989 - 1994
Counsel, Litigation Department, Clark Ladner Fortenbaugh & Young
1988 - 1992
Vice President of Legal Affairs, Painted Cow Publishing, Inc.
Associations
2016 - Present
Nashville Entrepreneur CenterAdvisor/Mentor
2007 - Present
Tennessee Volunteer Lawyers for the ArtsVolunteer Lawyer
1997 - Present
National Association of Recording Arts SciencesMember, Nashville Chapter
1996 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
U.S. District Court, M.D. Tenn.Admitted
1992 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of PennsylvaniaAdmitted
1992 - Present
U.S. District Court, D.N.JAdmitted
1989 - Present
Nashville Songwriters Association InternationalVolunteer and Supporter
1989 - Present
BMIPublisher Member
2006 - 2007
Nashville Chamber OrchestraVolunteer, Promoter's Board
1992 - 1996
Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the ArtsVolunteer Lawyer
Sample of Legal Cases
American Federation of Musicians v. Charles Calello
Settled
Bob Evans v. ZYX Music Corp.
Settled in favor of plaintiff.
Faye Woodroof, p/k/a "The Grandmother from Hell" v. Donna Carter
Settled for plainitff prior to trial
C. Russell Bridges p/k/a Leon Russell v. Steve and Ruth Kahn a/k/a Steve Kahn Assoc. a/k/a Leonrussell.org
Domain name returned to petitioner
Dixie Devils v. Castle Records
Settled for plaintiffs
Garth Brooks v. Commbine.com, LLC
Domain name returned to petitioner
Marty Stuart v. Sherry Mattioli
Warren Haynes v. Dennis Robbins Music
Verdict for plaintiff
Douglas Snider v. Leon Russell, individually and d/b/a Young Carney Music
Motion to dismiss granted
Charles Callelo v. Smith Music Group, et al.
Bench verdict for plaintiff
Dan Penn, Bucky Lindsey, Lonnie Mac v. Brooks & Dunn
Settled on behalf of plaintiff.
Word Music et. al. v. Lynn Corporation, Sumakaya LLC & Michael Lee, et al.
Pending
Education
1992
WIDENER UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW
Juris Doctorate
1987
David Lipscomb University
MA - Masters
1982
David Lipscomb College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Entertainment Law 101
Entertainment Law
2005
Entertainment Law Review
Entertainment law
2004
Current Litigation Developments in Entertainment Law
Entertainment Law
2003
Technology Law in Tennessee: An Advanced Approach
Technology law
2003
Corporate Governance & Ethics for the Transactional Lawyer
Corporate Law
2001
The Law of the Internet in Tennessee,
Internet
2001
Entertainment Law - Copyrights & Trademarks Online
Entertainment Law
2000
The Law of the Internet in Tennessee
Internet
2000
Internet Law and Research for Legal Professionals in Tennessee
Internet
2000
How to Become an Entertainment Lawyer
Entertainment
1998
International Songwriter's Workshop
Legal issues relating to songwriters
1998
Emerging Legal Issues for Songwriters and Music Publishers
Entertainment
1994
Songwriter's Workshop
Songwriter's Question and Answer period
1994
Legal Aspects of Songwriting
Entertainment
1993
Legal Aspects of Songwriting & Music Publishing
Entertainment
Publications
2016
Writers Digest Books
Songwriter’s Market 2016 (Contributor)
2015
CreateSpace Publications
Counting Stars: Celebrity Licensing & Endorsements
2015
Michael Casals
(Forward) How to Copyright A Song the Right Way,
2014
2013
CreateSpace Publication
Origins of an Idea: An apologetic of original expression
2008
Music Row Magazine
"In Charge: Music Row's Decision Makers"
2003
2000
American Songwriter
The Impact of MP3 on Songwriters and the Music Industry
2000
American Songwriter
Songwriters Meet MP3: The Imminent Shift
1989
Delaware Law Forum
Avoiding the Legal Power Trap
N/A
Law on the Row
Law on the Row - A blog about music law in Nashville
Languages
Greek
Hebrew
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I set up a music label and publishing company..
09 Aug 2022
Q&A
How is “KISS” the band, and “KISS” the makeup company, able to coexist at the same time?
02 Aug 2022
Q&A
Can I change band names and lyrics in a novel to avoid copyright problems?
29 Jul 2022
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Creative Lesson’s from Einstein and Quantum Physics
05 May 2019
Legal Guide
Sorting out the recent DOJ Ruling Regarding Performance Rights Organizations, ASCAP and BMI
11 Aug 2016
Legal Guide
Considerations When Negotiating a Personal Management Agreement for Entertainment Clients
06 Feb 2009