Art, music, cinema, publishing, architecture
Music is one of the most universal forms of artistic expression, but also one of the most complex to navigate from a legal standpoint. In the age of streaming, social media, and the globalization of content, the rights surrounding a musical work are multiplying and becoming increasingly intertwined, involving a multitude of stakeholders with sometimes conflicting interests. Publishers, distributors, artists, composers, topliners, festivals… each needs specialized guidance to protect their creations, secure their revenue, and navigate a constantly evolving ecosystem.
For Artists
He also assists the artist in building and protecting their brand image: stage name, visual identity, and public image. The agent then steps in to address any unauthorized use of the artist’s fame for commercial purposes, or during negotiations for contracts with record labels, distributors, or brands (such as sponsorship agreements or brand ambassador deals), ensuring that each agreement aligns with the artist’s artistic and financial interests.
For Music Publishers
It also assists them with the sale or acquisition of catalogs, which require a rigorous valuation of the relevant intangible assets.
For Distributors
Bouchara & Avocats advises distributors on structuring their agreements with record labels, aggregators, and streaming platforms, ensures that the terms regarding the rights being licensed and the territories covered are clear, and supports them in the event of disputes over revenue sharing or compliance with contractual terms.
For festivals and music event organizers
It oversees contracts with artists, technical service providers, and business partners, and combats ambush marketing and unauthorized use of the event’s image.
Manage Copyright and Related Rights
Bouchara & Avocats assists authors, composers, performers, and producers in managing their rights and drafts publishing, production, assignment, and licensing agreements, ensuring the safe exploitation of their works on various platforms.
