Film & TV Production
Contract Negotiation
Brand Partnerships
Merchandising & Licensing
Rights Acquisition
Corporate Structuring
Intellectual Property
Rights Clearance
Tax Credits & Financing
Studio-caliber counsel for independent talent
We represent producers, directors, actors, writers, musicians, content creators, and creative founders.
We advise new and established professionals. Our clients work directly with senior legal counsel with major studio experience. We customize our strategy to support their creative vision, and position them credibly with industry partners.
Legal foundation for creative work
Advice on contracts, rights, production, financing, corporate matters, and ongoing business support.
Advice for new and established professionals
Clients come to us at different points: a first contract, an active production, a growing company. The advice is shaped around where you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have an established project or company before reaching out?
Not at all. The right legal structure and agreements can future-proof your work and protect you before problems arise. We work with first-time creators and established clients and tailor our advice to where they are.
Do you work with clients outside of Canada?
Yes. We regularly work with international clients, particularly those co-producing with Canadian partners, licensing content into Canada, or structuring deals that involve Canadian rights. If your project has a Canadian connection, we can help.
How does pricing work?
For defined tasks like reviewing a distribution agreement or drafting an option, we typically offer flat fees so you know the cost upfront. For ongoing advisory work, we use hourly rates. We discuss fees at the beginning, so there are no surprises.
Do you help protect original IP?
Yes. We advise on copyright ownership, option and purchase agreements, co-writer arrangements, underlying rights clearances, and how to structure your chain of title so your project is financeable and distributable.
Can you review an agreement someone else has sent me?
Yes. Reviewing and negotiating agreements whether they come from a studio, platform, brand, or collaborator is one of the most common ways we work with clients. We’ll flag the contract terms that matter most and guide you through what to expect through the negotiation process.
I'm not sure what I need. Where do I start?
That's a completely normal place to be. Reach out with a brief description of what you're working on and where you're at. We'll help you figure out what's actually needed and what isn't. If your matter falls outside our practice, we'll refer you to someone we trust.