Entertainment and Sports, Music, Art, and Publishing

With over 15 years of experience in the music business and a practice substantially devoted to entertainment business clients, Leon Bass provides substantial counsel to Musicians, Bands, Record Labels, Concert Promoters and Clubs, Music Distributors, Music Publishers, Managers, Agents, Producers, Production Companies, Event Promoters, Bars, Models, Film Makers, Artists, Writers, Models, Actors, Designers, Screen Writers, Comedians, Recording Studios, Athletes, non-profit entertainment groups, and more. 

Because we have devoted our practice to entertainment clients, we have the ability to understand and serve the unique needs and interest of those in the entertainment business.  

CONTRACTS:  Leon Bass has significant experience in drafting all types of Entertainment Agreements, including Record Agreements, Publishing and Songwriter Agreements, Producer Agreements, Band Agreements, Management Agreements, Concert and Performance Agreements, Sports Agents' Agreements and Team Player Agreements, Merchandising Agreements, Sponsorship Agreements, and Model, musician, and other Performance Releases.

BUSINESS:  Leon Bass also has significant experience in representing entertainment business and can customize partnership, Limited Liability Company (LLC), and Corporate documents to meet the special needs of all types of entertainment business including Bands, Record Labels, Promoters, Clubs/Bars/Venues, Film Production Companies, Recording Studios, Promoters, etc.  Mr. Bass can also provide valuable advice regarding asset protection when working in the entertainment business.   Click here to view an article on  Business Law for Bands.   Business law>

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY:  Because of the nature of the entertainment industry, one of the most important, yet often overlooked factors toward success is the protection of intellectual property.  From a song, poem, book or painting to company logos and band names, we provide valuable information and services regarding the protection, use, and registration of your copyrights, trademarks, service marks, and other intellectual property.

ENTERTAINMENT LITIGATION:  From representing national acts such as Quiet Riot and Slaughter to national concert promoters and booking agencies, record labels and Artists, we have done our time in the litigation arena.   While we always view litigation as a last resort to dispute resolution, we also realize that at some point lawsuits are inevitable.   In any case, whether you are suing or getting sued, rely on us to settle or litigate your entertainment industry disputes, including breach of contract disputes, copyright and trademark infringement actions, business disputes, debt collection, and other legal claims.

DEAL SHOPPING:   For artists and songwriters looking to have their work heard by record labels and promoters, entertainment attorneys can often have the best ability get through the red tape.  If you are interested in this service, we will ask you to provide  a finished press kit, including bio, picture and demo.  Please note that we are highly selective with this regard; however, we will give feedback.

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