Sectors
A record deal is not a distribution agreement. A film production is not a software project. A music publishing deal has little in common with a publishing deal for a video game.
Anyone working in the creative industries therefore needs more than just general legal knowledge.
Indie Law combines expertise in intellectual property, contracts, media and technology with an understanding of the sector’s practices, key players and business models.
We advise artists, authors, producers, labels, publishers, production companies, game developers, designers, artists, brands and creative enterprises on protecting and exploiting their works and performances. Not only when things go wrong, but especially when a project, collaboration or business is being set up.
MUSIC / Music industry
From master recordings to publishing. From the first release to the catalogue. We advise artists, songwriters, producers, managers, labels, publishers and other stakeholders on music rights, contracts, royalties, licences and disputes.
FILM / TV / CONTENT / Audiovisual sector
From development and rights clearance to production and distribution. We support creators, producers and media companies working in film, television, formats and other audiovisual productions.
GAMES / Video game industry
Games sit at the very intersection of copyright, software, trade marks, media, data and entertainment. We advise developers, studios and publishers on development, IP ownership, publishing and commercialisation.
CREATIVE / Art, fashion, design & other creative industries
A design, photograph, work of art, collection or concept may be subject to copyright, design rights and trade mark rights all at the same time. We help creative individuals and creative businesses to protect their work both legally and commercially.
TRADEMARKS / Trademarks & brand protection
A trade mark is more than just a registration. From choosing a name and carrying out trade mark clearance to registering a Benelux or EU trade mark, licensing and taking action against counterfeiting or trade mark infringement, our team will guide you through the entire process.