The media and entertainment industry is fast-paced, rights-driven, and heavily governed by intricate contractual and regulatory frameworks.

UR Legal provides legal advice to individuals and entities across the entertainment, film, television, OTT, digital content, music, publishing, advertising, and influencer industries. Our legal team understands the delicate balance between creativity and compliance, ensuring that artists, producers, content creators, and businesses are protected while maximizing their commercial success.

Our Media & Entertainment Legal Services Include:

Film, Television & OTT Projects

• Drafting & negotiating production agreements, direction and crew contracts
• Option & purchase agreements for stories, books, and screenplays
• Artist agreements, talent management contracts, and performance releases
• Providing legal advisory on co-productions, joint ventures, and syndication deals
• Censorship, certification, and compliance with Central Board of Film Certification and OTT regulations

Music, Publishing & Recording Rights

• Music licensing and synchronization agreements
• Artist, composer, producer, and label contracts
• Performance rights, publishing rights, and royalty sharing agreements
• Protection of original musical works under copyright and IP law
• Dispute resolution related to unauthorized use or royalties

Digital Content & Influencer Economy

• Legal support for YouTubers, influencers, and digital creators
• Drafting brand collaboration contracts, influencer agreements, and ad disclosures
• Advisory on liability for UGC (user-generated content) and community guidelines
• IP protection for content shared on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, etc.
• Enforcement against unauthorized reposting, defamation, or false claims

Advertising, Branding & Promotions

• Vetting ad scripts for misleading or prohibited content
• Compliance with ASCI (Advertising Standards Council of India) guidelines
• Contracts for brand endorsements, testimonials, and ambassador programs
• Protection of slogans, jingles, trademarks, and trade dress
• Advising agencies on rights clearance, talent agreements, and indemnities

Copyright, Licensing & IP Monetization

• Copyright registration and infringement litigation
• Licensing of visual, written, or audio IP to streaming platforms and broadcasters
• Drafting revenue-sharing, resale, and global distribution rights agreements
• Support for NFTs and digital asset monetization related to media content

Broadcasting, Distribution & Syndication

• Satellite, cable, IPTV, and OTT distribution agreements
• Negotiating broadcasting and telecast rights across territories
• Content aggregation agreements for platforms and networks
• Royalty structures and revenue models for syndication

Media Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Representation in copyright, defamation, and privacy litigation
• Mediation and arbitration in contractual disputes
• Protection from libel, slander, and online reputation attacks

Our team brings in-depth knowledge of entertainment and digital content laws, ensuring precision in contract structuring and rights management. We understand that intellectual property is the bedrock of creative industries and thus help you secure and commercialize your IP across formats and platforms. Whether it’s negotiating with production houses, streaming giants, or brand partners, we ensure your legal interests are safeguarded while building long-term value.