Copyright office & rights
Copyright registration & chain of title
Registration with the U.S. Copyright Office can strengthen enforcement and damages positions. We prepare applications for literary works, software, visual art, music, compilations, and derivative works; advise on deposit requirements; and coordinate corrections or supplementary registrations when portfolios evolve.
For transactions, we review assignments, work-made-for-hire documentation, and licenses to confirm that your business holds enforceable rights.
- Application strategy for single works and group registrations where appropriate
- Title and assignment review for M&A, investment, and asset sales
- Coordination with co-authors, estates, and international counsel when needed
Commercial agreements
Licensing, publishing & platform agreements
We draft and negotiate agreements that match how content and software are distributed today: subscription models, revenue sharing, territory splits, exclusivity, and termination. Our work spans publishing, music and sync, film and television, gaming assets, and B2B software.
We also advise on terms of service, contributor policies, and acceptable-use rules for platforms that host user-generated content.
- License grants, sublicensing, and reservation of rights
- Warranties, indemnities, and limitation of liability calibrated to deal size
- Privacy and publicity considerations in content deals
Disputes & compliance
Enforcement, DMCA & dispute resolution
When infringement threatens your revenue or reputation—or when you face an allegation—we help you respond proportionally. That may include DMCA notices and counter-notices, cease-and-desist correspondence, mediation, or preparation for litigation alongside trial counsel.
We also advise on fair use, licensing defenses, and practical risk reduction for marketing and product teams.
- Notice-and-takedown workflows for platforms and rights holders
- Settlement negotiation and structured resolutions
- Coordination with litigation firms for federal court matters
Adjacent matters
Related intellectual property services
Copyright often intersects with trademark, trade secret, and contract law. Where your matter requires specialized trademark prosecution or patent work, we collaborate with trusted colleagues or your existing counsel to keep strategy unified.
- Brand and title clearance in connection with creative releases
- NDAs and contractor agreements for creative and technical staff
- Open-source and third-party component review for software products