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PRACTICE AREAS

With experience in a wide array of legal issues involving the production and distribution of music, Derek will handle your matter with care and professionalism.

Music Writer

MUSIC LICENSING

Music in film, TV, video games, new media, cover songs & sampling

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CONTRACTS

Contract drafting, review & negotiation

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COPYRIGHT

Copyright registration, management & enforcement

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TRADEMARK & BRANDING

Trademark search, registration, management & enforcement

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MUSIC PUBLISHING & ROYALTIES

Monetizing musical compositions

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CORPORATE LAW

Band partnerships, music publishing Companies, LLCs, corporations, non-profit organizations, employment contracts and manuals, corporate governance & more

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OTHER ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES

Film, TV, visual arts, new media & more

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