Areas of Practice

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Intellectual Property is one of the most important aspects of an artists' portfolio and is imperative to building their brand. I help musicians and artists understand the importance of owning their intellectual property rights and how to protect them. This includes the registration of trademarks, copyrights, licensing deals, contract negotiations, distribution deals, non-disclosure agreements, and the acquisition of and sale of intellectual property rights. 

Copyright registration is one of the best ways to protect your works of art and original music. 

“Congress shall have Power . . . To promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries.”

— United States Constitution

Article I, Section 8

Do you have a business name, band name, or artist name that you want to protect? Trademark registration is a necessity in helping to protect your brand. I can help you understand what is a trademark, what you need to register, what maintenance is needed, infringement, and provide representation with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. 

Starting an exciting new venture, or are you an established business person? I can help you in every aspect of your business. This includes, but of course is not limited to: business registrations, formation documents and agreements, minutes, help with the CA Franchise Tax Board, mergers and acquisitions, stock purchase agreements, and rental property businesses.

Agreements and contracts are entered into everyday by almost everyone. Big or small, simple or complicated, I draft and review agreements of all types, specializing in entertainment, business and property agreements. 

"The whole duty of Government is to prevent crime and to preserve contracts."

- William Lamb

Everybody needs an estate plan. What you need depends on your specific circumstances. Your estate plan will be completely individualized to meet your needs. Whether it be a simple will and health care directive, or one of many types of trusts. Whatever your situation, I can help create the estate plan that suits you and your family.