How does a production label work, can i sign artists to it? Aspects in regards to compilation albums? Can the label be indy

The label, as you describe it, would function basically like any other indie label. That being said, your deals with artists would likely be a bit...

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Our music publishing company is in the process of rerecording a song whose composer is deceased but has copyrights.

Your question doesn't really provide a clear enough factual background for an accurate response to be provided to you. In particular, it is unclear...

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I assume you are talking about an artist from somewhere outside the U.S. If so, it would depend on the size of label and why the artist is in the...

What kinds of entertainment law agreements/contracts do I need?

In most such situations I've been involved in, the sponsor had their own agreement which they sign with various bands (at least if they are...

Is it customary for an attorney to get an episodic fee for negotiating a development agreement with a production co?

Having worked on numerous such agreements, often times in conjunction with other attorneys, I have not heard of this kind of fee arrangement. ...

A local network has room on their channel. What type of entertainment agreement would you use to provide a program to them?

I've seen many different titles used for such agreements.....e.g. Presenting Station Agreement, Program Agreement, Production and Distribution...

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In most instances, even if, for sake of discussion, the publishing company were willing to give you permission, they must first obtain the...

I'm just starting a Music Publishing business with a rising catalog. Would a entertainment lawyer help open doors for work?..

I'm unclear what you mean when you say "Would a entertainment lawyer help open doors for work?" That being said, a good entertainment attorney...

Does one need permission to create a motion picture/bio-pic about a famous person?

Having represented numerous people in life story rights negotiations who were the subjects of studio films, my experience has been that in most...

Is a derivative song with new instrumentation (inspired by the original) and completely new lyrics fair use?

It's not really possible for an attorney to give you an accurate and reliable opinion based on the information contained in your question. Just for...