Manhattan Creatives Lawyer

Creatives Attorney Serving Manhattan, NY

Manhattan's creative industry encompasses advertising agencies, design studios, photography practices, illustration firms, and independent artists whose work generates significant intellectual property and commercial value. Creative professionals in Manhattan encounter sophisticated client agreements, licensing structures, and intellectual property issues that require experienced legal counsel.

Agarunov Law Firm provides legal services for Manhattan creative professionals including visual artists, designers, photographers, illustrators, and multimedia creators. We handle client agreements, licensing deals, copyright protection, collaboration contracts, and creative business formation.

Our office is located at 30 Broad Street, accessible via virtually every subway line to our Financial District office. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your legal needs as a creative professional.

Legal Services for Manhattan Creatives

Client Agreements and Service Contracts

We draft and review client agreements for Manhattan creative professionals that define project scope, deliverables, timelines, revision rounds, compensation, payment schedules, and ownership of the finished work. Clear client contracts prevent scope creep, payment disputes, and ownership confusion that can damage both the project and the client relationship.

Copyright Protection and Registration

We advise Manhattan creatives on copyright protection strategies including federal copyright registration, copyright notices, and enforcement of rights against unauthorized use. For visual artists, designers, and photographers, registering copyrights before infringement occurs is critical for accessing statutory damages and attorney's fees in enforcement actions.

Licensing Agreements

We draft and negotiate licensing agreements for Manhattan creative professionals, defining the scope, duration, territory, and compensation for the use of your creative work. Whether licensing images for commercial use, illustrations for publishing, or designs for merchandise, the license terms determine how your work is used and what you are paid.

Collaboration and Joint Venture Agreements

We structure agreements for Manhattan creatives working on collaborative projects, defining each collaborator's contributions, ownership shares, credit provisions, revenue splits, and decision-making authority. Without a written agreement, disputes over ownership and credit can destroy both the project and the professional relationships involved.

Creative Business Formation

We help Manhattan creative professionals form LLCs and other business entities that provide liability protection, tax advantages, and professional credibility. Structuring your creative practice as a business entity separates personal assets from business liabilities and provides a framework for growth.

Creative Industry in Manhattan

Manhattan's creative industry operates at the highest commercial levels, with advertising agencies, corporate design departments, fashion houses, and media companies commissioning creative work worth millions annually. The contracts governing these relationships are sophisticated, and creative professionals need counsel who can negotiate terms that protect their rights and fairly compensate their contributions.

Why Manhattan Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides legal services for Manhattan creative professionals.

• Client agreement drafting and negotiation
• Copyright registration and enforcement
• Licensing agreement structuring
• Accessible from Manhattan via virtually every subway line to our Financial District office
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How Our Process Works for Creatives

• Step 1: Consultation. We discuss your creative practice and legal needs. Free consultation.
• Step 2: Contract Development. We draft client agreements, licensing templates, and collaboration contracts.
• Step 3: IP Protection. We register copyrights and advise on protecting your creative work.
• Step 4: Ongoing Support. We review new deals, handle disputes, and support your creative business.