Media, Gaming & Entertainment
Expert Legal Strategies for Emerging Media Businesses
HMLG pioneered and continues to innovate modern-era legal solutions for businesses in media, including gaming, music, film, television, literary rights, celebrities, influencers, and podcasters.
If you’re growing a media-focused business, we are here to help you develop the legal and business strategies necessary to navigate the challenges of the digital age and position your company for long-term success.
After negotiating thousands of deals with the leaders in the industry across platforms, we combine our deep industry knowledge with a practical, business-minded approach to help you succeed in a fast-evolving marketplace. Whether you’re launching your first project or managing a growing enterprise, we’re here to provide the legal support and guidance you need to:
- Protect and monetize your intellectual property.
- Maximize the value of your creative assets.
- Streamline your operations to support growth and innovation.
Where Media Law and Licensing Meet
Nearly every media business question is a rights question. Who owns it, who can use it, in what territory, for how long, and on what terms.
That is licensing, and it is where HMLG does its deepest work. The media and entertainment expertise on this page and the licensing practice are the same capability applied to different industries.
FAQ
What does an entertainment lawyer do?
An entertainment lawyer handles the rights, contracts, and business structures behind creative work. The work includes licensing, distribution, talent and production agreements, rights clearance, intellectual property protection, and the corporate side of media businesses.
What is rights clearance?
Rights clearance is confirming you have permission to use third-party material in your project, including music, footage, images, trademarks, and likenesses. Clearing rights before production is far less expensive than resolving a claim after release.
Do I need a lawyer to license music for my project?
Usually yes, because most uses require two separate licenses, one for the sound recording and one for the underlying composition, often from different owners. Missing either one creates infringement exposure.
What is a chain of title in media?
Chain of title is the documented history of who owns the rights to a work, from creation through every transfer. Distributors, financiers, and insurers require it, and gaps in it can stop a project.
ARE YOU READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR LEGAL STRATEGY?
Let’s connect! Whether you’re looking for an in-house legal team or need to augment your existing counsel, HMLG is ready to help you rock your business.
Contact us today to learn how we can assist you with practical, proactive, world-class legal support.
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Seattle, WA 98126
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