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I'm excited to announce that I've been recognized as LinkedIn Top Film Industry Voice! As an entertainment lawyer, I leverage my in-depth understanding of the production world (thanks to my producer husband!) as I have firsthand insight into the intricacies of production, allowing me to understand the challenges and opportunities within the film industry from both legal and practical perspective. Follow me for insights on entertainment law, intellectual property (IP) law, and tips for navigating the film industry!  #LinkedInTopVoice #EntertainmentLawyer #IPLaw #FilmIndustry

Rare Area of Specialization and difficult too with regard to enforcing them.

This crucial step in filmmaking is easily (and often) overlooked and could cost you 👀 Hiring a legal team at the onset of your production is all about ensuring your project runs smoothly and stays protected. From safeguarding your IP rights and securing distribution deals to negotiating talent agreements and crafting financing plans, legal support is crucial. Don’t forget the importance of location permits, securing insurance, and permissions for licensed materials. With solid legal backing, you can focus on bringing your vision to life with peace of mind! ✨ #EntertainmentLaw #ProductionLegal #ProtectYourProject #FilmIndustry #EntertainmentAttorney

As a FILMMAKER, you do not need a lawyer. Yes, you heard me right. You do not need a Lawyer because what you need is a FILM LAWYER. A Lawyer may not: ❌ Understand film laws ❌ Understand the intricacies of the film industry ❌ Understand film transactions ❌ Be familiar with film contracts But a film Lawyer would definitely: ✅ Understand the nitty-gritty of film laws ✅ Understand the ins and outs of the film industry ✅ Be used to film transactions ✅ Be familiar with most film contracts Don’t sacrifice your business interest on the altar of familiarity and cheap labour. The fact that your Uncle has been practising law for the past 20 years does not automatically qualify him to draft or review your film agreements. Instead, choose a Lawyer who has a deep understanding of the industry and ample experience in film related transactions. This way, you will be rest assured that your interest will be properly protected. PS: Tag your film lawyer in this post, let them know how much you appreciate them. We deserve it😉 _ _ _ _ _ Hi, my name is Omotayo, I help filmmakers and creatives like you protect and monetize their content and brand to enable them create generational wealth. Follow me Omotayo Queen Inakoju for free tips on how to build a profitable and legally protected film business. #filmmaker #filmproduction #filmmaking #nollywood

You can’t organize a film related seminar in 2024 and not have a film lawyer on your Speaker’s list. If you do such, it means: 1️⃣ You want your audience to start a film business without knowing the right legal structure to choose. 2️⃣ You want them to create intellectual property in the form of films and remain clueless about how to protect it. 3️⃣ You want them to keep signing contracts without understanding the implications of what they are signing. 4️⃣ I mean you want them to keep making films without showing them the strategic ways to protect themselves and their business against the numerous risks associated with filmmaking. Accelerate Studios understood the critical roles legal and IP knowledge plays in the lives and careers of filmmakers. That's why they invited me to share my film law knowledge with their trainees at the ongoing Accelerate Filmmaker’s Project on Tuesday, 4th June 2024. You can tell from the video that I and the trainees had maximum fun while at it. While I take this opportunity to remind you that I’m available to speak at your film events, let me quickly ask you, do you add lawyers to your speaker’s list when organizing industry events? Let’s gist in the comments. _ _ _ _ _ Hi, my name is Omotayo, I help filmmakers/ film entrepreneurs like you protect and monetize their content and brand to enable them create generational wealth. Let’s connect Omotayo Queen Inakoju

Did you know that behind every film you watch, there’s legal protection that keeps the work safe and still belongs to its creator? That’s the importance of Intellectual Property (IP)! 😎 Want to know how to protect your ideas, scripts, and films? Check out these tips and explanations here. Make sure your work doesn’t get taken by anyone else! 😉

Indian film producers get entangled in legal conflicts over the distribution of profits, intellectual property rights, and breaches of revenue-sharing agreements. These issues frequently arise on account of inadequately drafted co-production agreements or informal commercial understandings that have not been documented in writing, resulting in ambiguity and the potential for disagreements. In an article published in LiveMint, I discuss how employing experienced entertainment lawyers to draft precise, robust co-production agreements can help studios and production houses mitigate potential conflicts. Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/dpwbrE8P #PioneerLegal #LawAtPL #EntertainmentLaw #IPRights #ConflictResolution #FilmFinance #Lawlife

Plans underway to grant film commission full autonomy: Amid concerns about the legal status of the Namibia Film Commission (NFC), the government has announced plans to grant the commission full autonomy in the coming months. Concerns have been raised that the Namibia Film Commission Act (6 of 2000), which established the commission, has never been enacted. An anonymous legal consultant says the act was never properly implemented, with the commission’s operations only starting in 2004 triggered by the making of the film ‘Namibia – The Struggle for Liberation.’ The consultant referenced a 2019-article by the Legal Assistance Centre which says the parliament often passes laws that will come into force on a future date set by the relevant minister. This system is generally beneficial as it allows time to establish administrative bodies and write regulations after the law’s content is finalised. This process, however, can enable the executive to undermine the legislature’s decisions or to act without proper legal authority. “I would think that an organisation that does not exist legally would have no authority to, for instance, enter into contracts or engage in other legal transactions,” the consultant says. However, Ministry of Information and Communication Technology spokesperson Shoki Kandjimi says the act enabled the NFC’s operations. He says the ministry is in the process of giving the NFC full autonomy. “We are cognisant of the situation the NFC faces. . . We hope that the commission will in the next months become a fully fledged public entity with strong support from the government, to respond to the needs of the industry,” Kandjimi says. He says the ministry will be looking at ways to increase the commission’s funding. “It is important to reiterate our commitment towards developing the creative industry through areas such as the Film Development Fund,” Kandjimi says. The NFC received a budget of N$6 million from the fund. However, between 2004 and 2007, the government made N$80 million available for the creation of ‘Namibia: The Struggle For Liberation’. This was the highest amount the NFC has spent on a single film since. Kandjimi justifies the amount, saying it was a worthwhile investment, not only for the country’s history, but also for growing an industry where there was none. “Many of our veteran film practitioners got their debut experiences from that project and they are doing very well today. We are truly proud that Namibia was able to execute an award-winning project which put us on the map in terms of quality and talent against the backdrop of a sought-after film location,” Kandjimi says. Meanwhile, the NFC is currently faced with the appointment of a new board, which was delayed when communication minister Emma Theofelus blocked the appointment of two board members on the grounds that they previously served on the board. The…

You definitely don’t know this about me🤔 Yes, you don’t know how much joy I derive from chatting with filmmakers about the legal aspect of filmmaking. I mean I felt super elated when the Ebonylife Creative Academy invited me to speak with the Producers in making about filmmaking and the law. Trust your favorite film lawyer, I started with making them understand that they are not just filmmakers but value creators because if they don’t see value in what they create, they will feel no need to protect it legally. I then proceeded to enlighten them about: 1️⃣ The best legal structure for their film business; 2️⃣ How to protect and monetize their films and brand; 3️⃣ How to use contracts to protect their business interest; 4️⃣ How to identify, protect and monetize their intellectual property. I'm certain that you can tell from the picture how delighted I and the Students felt after the session. For me, being a film lawyer is more than just a profession, it's a way of life. Enough about me, share one thing you love doing in the comments, let’s get to know more about you too. _ _ _ _ _ Hi, my name is Omotayo, I help filmmakers/film entrepreneurs like you protect and monetize their content and brand to enable them create generational wealth. Follow me for free tips on how to build a profitable and protected film business😉 #filmmaker #filmproduction #filmmaking #filmlawyer #nollywood

🎬 As one of the leading film law practices in the Czech Republic, representing film & TV producers and financiers worldwide, HAVEL & PARTNERS provides complex advisory on all aspects related to film production in Czechia and Slovakia. 🎥 The cornerstone of any film, series or commercial production is always the development phase. If this topic is for you, do not miss to read our latest article about the legalities that every filmmaker needs to know in order to manage this crucial development phase smoothly 👉 https://lnkd.in/drhKyyhE.  🔗 Our team of dedicated lawyers continues to monitor and inform you about news in the field of film law. If you have any questions in this regard, do not hesitate to reach out. #film #movie #filmlaw #filmmaking #havelpartners