You’re not just any business owner. You’re a creator. So why hire just any law firm?
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The Legal Artist, PLLC is the law firm for creative entrepreneurs.
We are a modern and tech-savvy law firm who understand the obstacles you face as a creative professional, who can speak to you like a person and make the law useful and easy to understand. If you’re a filmmaker, podcaster, artist, author, architect, designer, illustrator, model, VFX studio, production company, photographer, or any other kind of creative entrepreneur, you’ve come to the right place.
What We Do
Copyright. Trademark. Contracts. Business formation and governance. And more! We focus on the areas that creators need to master in order to build a strong legal foundation that will take their business far into the future.
Intellectual Property
Your art is the foundation of your business but how do you protect it? What qualifies for copyright protection? How does trademark law help set your brand apart from the rest? Navigating the world of intellectual property can be tricky even for seasoned pros. With our help, we’ll make sure your work is protected so you can focus on what matters.
Entertainment Law
If you’re a filmmaker, documentarian, or television professional, you have specialized needs. From talent contracts to archival clearances, from location rights to distribution deals, your world can be highly confusing. Why not talk to someone who knows that world well? Together we’ll make it easy to navigate so you can get back to making silver screen magic.
Business Formation
Your art is your business and you can’t be a successful business owner without mastering the legal formalities. We will help you choose a business entity, draft your operating agreement and get you started down the path towards true financial independence. Before you know it, you’ll be a force in the creative business world.
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Client Reviews
“I was referred to Greg by a trusted colleague because I needed some legal things done for a huge IP project I have been working on. I was apprehensive at first because I have had some negative experiences working with confidential information on other projects. Greg did a great job in helping me plan what we were going to do. He put concepts that were foreign to me in layman’s terms without making me feel dumb. He stuck to the timeline perfectly while giving me grace when I was a little slow in completing my portions. He provided his professional opinions on priority and needs which saved me a lot of money and time. Great communication makes for successful projects and Greg made this a perfect experience. I always felt like he was “my” lawyer and worked for my best interest. I could not be more pleased and look forward to working with him in the future.”
“Greg is an excellent lawyer. I sought his counsel before signing contracts and developing my own art business contracts. I can honestly say that he made me feel comfortable and knowledgeable about what contracts mean, what they should include, legalese language etc. He explained it in simple terms which I really appreciated. He is extremely patient, prompt, and responsive. I was very happy with his service and will continue to seek his counsel in my future endeavors. I highly recommend him!”
“Working with Greg has been a great experience — he is responsive, thoughtful, and great at taking into account my specific needs. We have worked together on multiple contracts and each time I feel wholly confident in the final product.”
“As a graphic designer that works for herself, I have found Greg to be an excellent resource when navigating contracts, client negotiations, and other legal questions. He genuinely cares about his clients, and it’s evident in his responsiveness, thoughtfulness, and patience. In addition to offering guidance and alleviating my legal concerns, he also empowers me to be a better business person. His experience working with artists gives him a unique, in-depth understanding of the nuances of visual arts and other creative fields.”
“I worked with Greg to set up my small business and I’m so incredibly glad I did! I had no business experience whatsoever and was very nervous about the entire process. Greg was extremely reassuring, reliable, responsive to all of my needs, and he gave the much needed confidence to get through the entire process. He’s prompt and on top of the communication process, logistics with documents, etc., which was wonderful. I would absolutely hire him again in a heartbeat, and I am always happy to rant and rave about him to my colleagues and friends!”
“Greg was referred to me by a former colleague as someone who has a depth of knowledge about my industry in particular. This knowledge helps him better understand where designers can get hurt in their contracts and therefore better protect them. He’s super available and easy to work with and I give him my highest recommendation.”
“Greg provided excellent legal counsel when I was making a documentary and launching a small production company several years ago. His knowledge of the film and video production world proved invaluable, and he guided me through the complicated world of contracts and releases with skill and confidence. I recommend him unreservedly.”
“Greg’s help in securing our wordmark at the USPTO was absolutely critical to the success of our company. It was a very tricky case. Other lawyers had advised us to move on from our company name and give up our branding. However, Greg succeeded where others were doubtful and hesitant. Greg’s expertise, communication, and professionalism were unmatched. Our company will forever be grateful to Greg for the work he did on our behalf.”
