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Simplifying PRO Music Licenses for Restaurants, Bars, and Entertainment Venues
Picture this: you're a restaurant owner, bar manager, or live venue operator, and you want to create the perfect atmosphere for your...
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Lindsay Spiller
- Sep 10
- 3 min
The Allure and Essentials of Loan-Out Companies in California's Entertainment Scene
The What, Why, and How of Loan-out Companies in the California Entertainment Industry
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Lindsay Spiller
- Sep 4
- 4 min
When Netflix's DVD Giveaway Became a Legal Cliffhanger: An Entertainment Lawyer Weighs In
Netflix's DVD Giveaway almost led to a PR nightmare due to confusion over intellectual property rights.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Aug 8
- 3 min
Navigating the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strike as an Independent Filmmaker: Understanding Your Options
A List of Options available to the Independent Filmmaker during the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 29
- 3 min
NIL: Unpacking the Meaning, Importance, and Opportunities for Individuals and Businesses
This post explains what Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) is and the Opportunities for Businesses, Athletes, Artists, and Influencers to
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 15
- 3 min
Protecting Intellectual Property Rights for Entertainment Startups: A Simple Guide
In an era where creativity fuels the engine of the global economy, the importance of intellectual property (IP) for entertainment...
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 9
- 3 min
Top 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup
An Entertainment Lawyer lists the 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup Business.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Jul 1
- 3 min
The 10 Essential Provisions in a Film Distribution Agreement: A Guide for the Smart Film Producer
The ten essential provisions in a film distribution agreement
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Lindsay Spiller
- May 28
- 4 min
Opportunities and Challenges Posed by AI and ChatGPT for Modern Creators
This post discusses the opportunities and challenges posed by AI and Chat GPT for Modern Creators
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Lindsay Spiller
- May 24
- 4 min
The Transformation of Film Distribution: Insights from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival
Insights on film distribution from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival regarding the role of streaming, theaters, virtual reality, and festivals
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Lindsay Spiller
- May 7
- 4 min
How To Negotiate An Entertainment Contract
A blog post advising artists about how to negotiate entertainment contracts.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Apr 8
- 4 min
A Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers
A Step-By-Step Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers
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Lindsay Spiller
- Mar 5
- 3 min
The Differences Between an Option Agreement and a Shopping Agreement in Film and Television
This post describes the differences between an Option Agreement and a Shopping Agreement in Film and Television
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Lindsay Spiller
- Feb 25
- 4 min
Should I use an Agent or an Entertainment Lawyer when selling my Film or Television Project?
Post about whether to use an entertainment lawyer or an agent to market film and television projects.
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Lindsay Spiller
- Feb 1
- 4 min
Are film and television markets like Cannes, MIPCOM, AFM, and EFM still relevant?
This post is about the relevance of film and television markets like Cannes, MIPCOM, AFM, and EFM (Berlin) in today's changing entertainment
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Lindsay Spiller
- Oct 23, 2022
- 3 min
An Insider's Guide to MIPCOM 2022
Entertainment attorney, Lindsay Spiller, provides an insider's guide to MIPCOM, the premier global television and media market held annually
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Lindsay Spiller
- Oct 2, 2022
- 4 min
Tips for selling your film at the American Film Market
Some tips to filmmakers on how to sell your film at the American Film Market
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Lindsay Spiller
- Sep 5, 2022
- 4 min
How much does an International Trademark Cost?
A blog post about the costs of registering an international trademark and tips on saving on that cost
1,429 views
Lindsay Spiller
- Apr 19, 2022
- 2 min
What is an Entertainment Lawyer?
Reasons why an Entertainment Lawyer is essential in an Artist's career
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Lindsay Spiller
- Oct 1, 2015
- 1 min
Meet an Entertainment Lawyer
A television interview with entertainment attorney, Lindsay Spiller. Lindsay is a film and music lawyer based in San Francisco
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