Bullivant's Arts, Entertainment and Sports Law Group has extensive experience representing clients in virtually all aspects of the creative arts and entertainment industries, from cultural institutions, film studios, record labels, production companies, technology companies and professional sports organizations, to artists, actors, singers, television personalities, screenwriters, publishers, gaming developers, graphic designers, marketing agencies, musicians, athletes, and authors.
Bullivant's West Coast team of litigation, intellectual property, and business attorneys offers a full range of legal services to its clients that expand the capabilities of boutique entertainment firms. From the negotiation and documentation of complex transactions to the protection of intellectual property, Bullivant's representation is steeped in integrity, determination and the innovation necessary to respond to today's ever changing technological world.
Intellectual Property, Copyright, Trademark
Our intellectual property attorneys have an exemplary record of establishing and protecting the interests of our clients in matters involving copyright, trademark, trade secrets, licensing, art and digital media law and rights of publicity.
We also assist our clients in all areas of new media practice, including contract negotiation, licensing and litigation regarding matters pertaining to ownership, control and distribution of creative content online.
Litigation
Bullivant has been named a "West Coast Litigation Powerhouse" by Chambers USA. Our trial attorneys have handled a wide variety of disputes in the entertainment industry, including breach of contract, copyright and trademark infringement, injury, and royalty disputes.
Business Services
We assist our clients with their business needs generally. Our experience indicates that such needs include, among others: business selection, organization, financing, and ongoing representation; negotiation and documentation of contracts, project financing assistance, asset purchase and sale transactions, employment and incentive compensation arrangements and business structures, as well as production, talent, agency, and licensing agreements.
Tax & Estate Planning
Our tax and estate planning team works with the business team to assist creative clients in establishing and maintaining the economic value of their works. Knowledgeable tax advisors assist creative clients in maximizing the benefits and minimizing the income tax consequences associated with their work, and with the expenses they incur developing their artwork or rights under contract. The team at Bullivant helps their clients understand the unique legal characteristics associated with intellectual property developed by or owned by an artist or endorser, so that the intellectual property can be the cornerstone for developing long lasting family wealth.
Commitment to Community
Our attorneys bring with them a civic commitment to the arts and serve on boards of cultural institutions and organizations. They proudly dedicate their time, both pro bono and personally, to many artistic and creative organizations.