Services
Contracts
Our dedicated team specializes in providing comprehensive contract services tailored to meet the unique needs of content creators, musicians, actors, models, comedians, reality TV personalities, talent agencies, brands, and more.
Influencer Agreements: Ensure your interests are safeguarded with our expertly crafted influencer agreements. We handle the drafting, review and negotiation of contracts for brand deals, covering crucial aspects such as content ownership, payment collection, usage rights and confidentiality.
Event Appearances & Engagements: Whether you're stepping onto a stage, participating in a podcast, or attending brand-sponsored events, we've got you covered. Our team creates contracts that protect your rights and interests for in-person and virtual appearances.
Template Creation for Agencies & Brands: Elevate your company’s operations with customized contract templates. We provide professionally drafted templates for talent management, influencer marketing campaigns, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), independent contractor agreements and more, ensuring your business operates smoothly and legally.
Licensing Agreements: Safeguard your intellectual property with our licensing agreements. From social media content to other IP, we expertly navigate the legal landscape to secure your ownership rights and establish clear terms for use.
Entertainment Contracts: For performers, our entertainment contracts are tailored to your specialty. Trust us to handle the legal intricacies, allowing you to focus on your craft while ensuring your rights are protected.
Corporate
We empower businesses to thrive in the dynamic world of social media through strategic legal counsel. Our comprehensive suite of corporate services is designed to address the unique challenges faced by businesses operating in the digital landscape.
Entity Formation: Lay the foundation for your business success with our expert entity formation services. Whether it's an LLC, corporation, or another business structure, we guide you through the process, ensuring compliance and providing the necessary documents.
Company Documents: Elevate your corporate governance with meticulously crafted documents. From operating agreements and corporate bylaws to partnership and joint venture agreements, our legal expertise ensures your business relationships are defined clearly and your operations run smoothly.
Trademark Applications: Safeguard your brand identity on a global scale. Our team assists with domestic and international trademark applications, protecting your brand name, logo, and designs. We offer continuous consultation throughout the trademark registration process, ensuring your intellectual property is secure.
Website Terms of Use & Privacy Policies: Navigate the digital landscape confidently with our tailored policies addressing the intricacies of online business and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Registered Agent Services: Stay compliant with ease through our registered agent services. We act as your reliable point of contact, handling legal and official communications on your behalf, allowing you to focus on growing your business.
Conflicts
Schmidt Law is your go-to destination for resolving legal conflicts in the fast-paced world of social media. Our experienced legal team specializes in navigating the complexities of digital disputes, offering strategic solutions tailored to your unique challenges.
Influencer Payment & Posting Disputes: When brands refuse payment or influencers fail to meet posting requirements, we step in to resolve conflicts swiftly. Our goal is to protect your interests, ensuring fair compensation and adherence to contractual obligations.
Breach of Contract & Enforcement: Whether it's a breach of contract or the need to enforce performance, we bring clarity and resolution to legal disputes. Our expertise extends to various contract scenarios, providing you with strategic guidance to safeguard your rights.
Copyright & Trademark Infringement: Protect the use of your content with our dispute resolution services. We specialize in pursuing cases of copyright and trademark infringement, working diligently to secure your rights and seek appropriate monetary remedies.
Content Removal & Combatting Defamation: Combat unauthorized use of your content and address false or defamatory statements online with our expert guidance. We employ legal strategies to remove unauthorized content and mitigate the impact of damaging statements, protecting your online reputation.
Content Ownership Disputes: Resolve disputes with other creators over content ownership efficiently with our legal expertise. We provide clarity on intellectual property rights, helping you navigate ownership conflicts and reach resolutions that align with your creative contributions.
“My goal is to encourage social media influencers to recognize that they are not just content creators, but also businesses in their own right. In the entertainment industry, performers are taught from the beginning that a skilled attorney is essential to supporting their endeavors. Adopting this mentality as an influencer will set you up for long-term success in building a sustainable brand - and Schmidt Law is dedicated to safeguarding its future.”
— Madeline Schmidt, Founding Partner