New York Entertainment Attorneys

Publishing and distribution contracts determine how your work reaches audiences and how you are compensated. Our attorneys assist with:

• Traditional and digital publishing deals
• Global and domestic distribution agreements
• Licensing and sub-publishing arrangements
• Royalty structures and performance rights
• Ownership and control of creative content

We prioritize agreements that align with your artistic vision and professional objectives, while minimizing legal and financial risks.

Before signing any publishing or distribution contract, it’s essential to understand how your rights and income may be affected. We provide:

• Detailed analysis of rights being granted and retained
• Guidance on intellectual property ownership and licensing
• Strategies to maintain creative and financial control
• Transparent review of compensation and royalty structures

Our goal is to help clients maximize earnings while keeping full visibility over how their work is used.

We negotiate agreements on your behalf to ensure fair terms, protect against unfair clauses, and safeguard your interests. Our services include:

• Negotiating royalties, advances, and backend profit participation
• Clarifying distribution rights and obligations
• Structuring licensing and sublicensing agreements
• Advising on long-term implications of contractual commitments

By combining industry knowledge with legal expertise, we help you secure deals that support both creative and financial goals.

Why do I need a lawyer for a publishing or distribution agreement?

A lawyer ensures your rights are protected, clarifies contractual obligations, and helps you avoid clauses that could limit future income or control over your work.

Can you help me understand royalty structures?

Yes. We break down advances, royalties, and performance rights so you understand how you will be compensated.

What should I look for in a distribution agreement?

Key elements include rights granted, territory, duration, payment terms, creative control, and sublicensing options.

Do you handle both digital and traditional publishing deals?

Absolutely. Our attorneys advise on print, digital, streaming, and global distribution agreements.