Azelia

Azelia

Azelia Law PLLC

Overview

At Azelia Law PLLC, we are passionate about bridging the gap between creativity and the law. Specializing in entertainment law, we offer comprehensive legal services to artists, musicians, filmmakers, content creators, and industry professionals. Whether you're negotiating a contract, protecting your intellectual property, or navigating complex legal issues, our team is dedicated to empowering your creative journey with expert legal guidance.

Areas of Expertise

Our firm specializes in a wide range of entertainment law services designed to support creatives and professionals across the music, film, television, digital media, and fashion industries. We handle everything from contract negotiations and intellectual property protection to complex licensing agreements and dispute resolution. Our expertise includes music law, where we assist with recording contracts, publishing rights, and royalty audits, as well as film and television law, covering production agreements, distribution deals, and talent representation. We also offer digital media and content creation support, helping influencers and creators navigate sponsorship agreements, copyright claims, and platform-specific regulations. Additionally, we provide intellectual property services, ensuring your copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets are fully protected. Whether you need assistance with business formation, technology-related legal matters like NFTs, or fashion law issues such as design protection and brand collaborations, our team is equipped to offer personalized, expert legal counsel that empowers your creative vision.

  • Recording Contracts

    •  Negotiating and reviewing recording agreements to ensure favorable terms for artists, producers, and labels

    Publishing Agreements

    • Securing and protecting your music rights, including songwriter royalties and publishing income

    Management & Representation Contracts

    • Structuring agreements with managers, agents, and other representatives to align with your career goals

    Licensing & Sync Deals

    • Negotiating music licensing agreements for commercial use, film, TV, and advertising.

    Royalty Disputes & Audits

    • Ensuring proper payment of royalties and handling disputes related to underpayment or miscalculations.

    Touring & Live Performance Agreements

    •  Drafting contracts for live performances, tours, and event participation, ensuring clear expectations and protections

  • Production Agreement

    •  Drafting and negotiating contracts for film and television production, including crew agreements, talent contracts, and location releases.

    Distribution & Licensing Deals

    • Securing agreements with distributors, streaming platforms, and broadcasters to maximize the reach and profitability of your content.

    Talent Representation

    • Advising actors, directors, and producers on their contracts and intellectual property rights in film and television projects

    Clearance & Rights Issues

    • Assisting with copyright clearance, chain of title, and rights acquisition for screenplays, music, and other media used in production. -

    Financing & Co-Production Agreements

    • Structuring deals to secure funding and co-production partnerships for independent and studio-backed projects.

  • Influencer & Brand Agreements

    • Drafting and negotiating contracts for influencers and content creators, including sponsorships, partnerships, and brand collaborations

    Social Media Rights & Licensing

    • Ensuring content creators retain rights to their work while complying with platform-specific regulations.

    YouTube & Streaming Contracts

    • Navigating monetization agreements, copyright claims, and licensing matters for YouTube creators and streamers.

    Content Protection & Takedowns

    • Enforcing your rights against unauthorized use of your content, including DMCA takedown notices and infringement claims.

  • Copyright Registration & Enforcement

    • Registering copyrights for creative works, enforcing rights against infringers, and managing disputes.

    Trademark Protection

    •  Securing trademarks for brand names, logos, and other intellectual property critical to your public image and brand identity.

    IP Licensing

    •  Structuring licensing deals for intellectual property, ensuring your creative assets are protected and properly monetized.

    Trade Secret Protection

    • Advising on the protection of trade secrets, confidential information, and proprietary business models.

  • Contract Drafting & Review

    •  Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating all forms of contracts within the entertainment industry, ensuring your interests are safeguarded. 

    Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

    •  Preparing NDAs for confidential discussions, projects, and collaborations. 

    Work-for-Hire Agreements

    • Structuring work-for-hire deals to clarify rights ownership and compensation for freelance work.

    • Entity Formation

      • Advising on the creation of entertainment-related business entities, such as LLCs or corporations, to limit liability and maximize tax benefits. 

    • Partnership Agreements

      • Structuring partnerships, joint ventures, and collaboration deals for creators and entertainment businesses.

    • Talent Management & Representation

    • Advising talent agencies, managers, and artists on compliance with state and federal laws governing talent representation.

  • NFTs & Digital Assets

    •  Advising clients on the legal implications of using and creating non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and other blockchain-related technologies in the entertainment sector. 

    AI in Content Creation

    • Navigating the emerging legal landscape related to artificial intelligence in music, film, and content creation. 

    Licensing for Emerging Technologies

    •  Structuring and negotiating licensing deals for virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and other cutting-edge technologies used in entertainment.

  • Fashion Design Protection

    •  Protecting designs through copyright, trademark, and trade dress.

    Brand Collaborations & Endorsements

    •  Negotiating deals between fashion brands, designers, and celebrities.

    Apparel Production Contracts

    • Drafting contracts for designers and manufacturers within the fashion industry.

  • Global Licensing & Distribution

    •  Facilitating international licensing agreements and distribution deals for films, music, and digital content.

    Cross-Border Disputes

    • Handling entertainment law matters that span multiple jurisdictions, including copyright and contract disputes. 

    Touring & Performance Rights Abroad

    • Advising artists and performers on the legal requirements for touring internationally, including visas and local laws.