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Artists & Creators

Legal counsel for artists, creators, and entertainment businesses

Vest Counsel advises recording artists, producers, songwriters, labels, publishers, managers, creators, and entertainment ventures on the contracts, intellectual property, and business matters that shape creative careers and companies.

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Service Areas

  • Music Law

    Contracts, copyrights, licensing, royalties, trademarks, and business counsel for artists, producers, songwriters, labels, publishers, and music companies.

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  • Music Contracts

    Drafting, review, and negotiation of recording, producer, distribution, publishing, and collaboration agreements.

  • Music Licensing

    Synchronization, master-use, mechanical, and public-performance licensing for music used in media, brands, and platforms.

  • Artist Management Agreements

    Management services, commissions, exclusivity, term, and post-term rights, documented clearly for artists and managers alike.

  • Record Label and Distribution Agreements

    Label, label-services, and distribution deals, including advances, recoupment, royalty calculations, and ownership of masters.

  • Copyright and Ownership

    Ownership of compositions and recordings, registration strategy, splits, assignments, and catalog matters.

  • Trademark and Brand Protection

    Clearance, registration, and protection of artist names, label names, logos, event names, and merchandise brands.

  • Brand Partnerships and Sponsorships

    Sponsorship, endorsement, and branded-content agreements between artists, creators, and the companies they work with.

  • Creator and Influencer Agreements

    Platform, collaboration, talent, and content agreements for creators, influencers, and the businesses built around them.

  • Entertainment Business Counsel

    Entity formation, commercial contracts, intellectual property strategy, and outside general counsel for entertainment ventures.

Resources for Artists & Creators

The Vest Library includes practical guides and playbooks written for artists, creators, and entertainment businesses. Browse the Artists & Creators collection.

Beyond Entertainment

Creative careers and companies raise legal questions beyond entertainment law. Vest Counsel also advises clients across these broader areas.