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5 Legal Matters Every Author Should Know (Write These Down!)

Self-publishing, copyrights, film and TV?? Check out our authors guide.

As experienced creative lawyers, we can answer your questions about the ins and outs of creating and publishing successfully. We help our clients with contracts, manuscript review, clearances, copyrights, trademarks, licensing, and everything else necessary to publish and distribute their works. 

Nobody can tell a story like you can—so let us take care of everything else!

Do creative professionals need trademark protection?

For any creative business, the answer is most frequently...

YES.  Swipe to find out how #trademarks could apply to you.

If you are a musician... Your artist/band name is a trademark and should be protected.

If you are an influencer... who uses a pseudonym, that name is a trademark and should be protected.

If you are a visual artist, photographer, videographer, author or publisher... and you operate under a business or trade name, that name is a trademark and should be protected.

If you are a creative business owner... every business has a trademark and that trademark should be protected.

If you are selling products or services under a brand name, your brand name is a trademark and should be protected.

Bonus tip: Did you know? If someone else is using your trademark, you’re required to defend it.

P.S. Make sure to give us a follow 👀 because we're sharing the ultimate checklist on trademarks for creatives soon! 😎✨



Entrepreneurs Legal Checklist

Being your own boss is one of the BEST things about starting your own business. 💯😎

But it doesn't mean you have to do everything by yourself! One area that can quickly become overwhelming is the legal side of your biz—filing required documents, operating agreements, vendor agreements, independent contractor agreements, licenses, trademarks, copyrights, and so much more! 

Having a supportive, experienced legal team on your side is key. Creative Law Network lawyers are experts in business law and can help you get your legal ducks in a row. Check out our ultimate entrepreneur legal checklist and reach out to us about your specific biz concerns. 👇📩


Musicians Legal Checklist

Want to hit the charts, but then you keep getting stuck with all the music legalese❓❗ 

We know that building a successful music career can be overwhelming... so we put together this checklist just for you! 😊💯 It's not exhaustive, and not every item is relevant to everyone—but this list should help you hit the right note as you navigate the legal and business side of your music! 🎶🎼

Save this post now... and thank us later! 😉