Number of Sessions: 1 Online - We 6:00PM - 7:30PM

Join entertainment lawyer Peter Vaughan Shaver, Esq. for a lively discussion on the basics of contracts for films and entertainment businesses. Having the right contracts in place can ensure all parties are legally protected and can help prevent disastrous mistakes or misunderstandings during the production, exhibition and distribution of your media project. Come and learn the ins and outs of contracts, and receive guidance on how to get started on the right foot with your contracting process. Refund Policy: Cancellations must be received five business days prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund.

Number of Sessions: 1 Online - Th 6:00PM - 7:30PM

Are you looking for ways to ensure that your ideas, scripts, and artistic expression are protected? Does your film project contain music, art, images, video content, signage, or anything that might fall under someone else's copyright? If so, it's critical that you understand your legal rights and the rights of others when it comes to use of intellectual property. Join entertainment lawyer Peter Vaughan Shaver, Esq. to explore ways to protect yourself and your intellectual property, as well as ensuring that you are not infringing on the rights of others.

Number of Sessions: 1 Online - Tu 6:00PM - 7:30PM

Join entertainment lawyer Peter Vaughan Shaver, Esq. to learn how to protect yourself and your investment by setting up a Limited Liability Company for your film project. You'll explore the benefits of having an LLC for your film as well as the steps needed to get started. Topics to be covered include basic production entity business models, organizing and establishing an LLC, maintaining the company and managing partners and finances, tax issues and more.