New York Creatives Lawyer

Creatives Attorney Serving New York, NY

New York's creative industry is one of the largest in the world, with visual artists, designers, photographers, illustrators, animators, and multimedia producers creating work that generates billions in economic value. Creative professionals throughout the state need legal counsel for the contracts, intellectual property issues, and business structures that support their practices.

Agarunov Law Firm provides legal services for New York 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 at 30 Broad Street is accessible via subway, commuter rail, and PATH to our Financial District office at 30 Broad Street. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your legal needs as a creative professional.

Legal Services for New York Creatives

Client Agreements and Service Contracts

We draft and review client agreements for New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York

New York's creative economy spans fine art, commercial design, photography, illustration, animation, and digital content creation. The legal issues facing creatives include copyright ownership in work-for-hire relationships, moral rights under the Visual Artists Rights Act, resale royalty considerations, and the contractual frameworks that govern commercial creative work.

Why New York Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides legal services for New York creative professionals.

• Client agreement drafting and negotiation
• Copyright registration and enforcement
• Licensing agreement structuring
• Accessible from New York via subway, commuter rail, and PATH to our Financial District office at 30 Broad Street
• 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.