Copyright

The list of protected works is constantly expanding

Copyright protects works — the results of creative effort

These may include: books and articles, paintings and photographs, films and music, sculptures, pantomimes, choreography, and much more.

For example, with the development of cinema came motion pictures; with computer technologies — software and databases.

Preparing license agreements, copyright assignment agreements, and other legal documents.

Recording and preserving evidence of your authorship (for example, in pre-trial situations or in case of a dispute).

Contract drafting

Proof of authorship

Answering questions — orally or in writing. Explaining what rights an author has and how to manage them.

Consultations

Legally formalizing the status of works made for hire, taking into account the balance of interests between the author and the employer.

Works made for hire

We assist authors and companies in protecting their rights in the field of copyright

FAQ

Do I need to register copyright for it to be valid?

No. Copyright arises automatically upon creation of the work, regardless of registration. However, registration or recordation may be useful as evidence of authorship in case of a dispute.

I wrote a script for a client. Who owns the rights now?

It depends on the contract. If nothing is specified, the rights remain with you; however, if the work was created under an employment or service contract, “work-for-hire” rules may apply. We help ensure the proper legal arrangements.

Can an idea be protected?

No. Ideas themselves are not protected. What is protected is the form of expression — text, music, imagery, etc. To protect an idea, turn it into a fixed, original work.