AREAS OF PRACTICE

Our professional legal services

Copyrights

At ABSimmons Law, we are dedicated to prosecuting and litigating copyright matters with precision and care. We offer comprehensive services for registering and protecting all forms of copyright, including original works such as artwork, books, computer programs, photographs, plays, poetry, motion pictures, and sound recordings. Our firm understands the importance of safeguarding your creative efforts, and we’re committed to ensuring that your intellectual property receives the legal protection it deserves.

We also provide expert assistance with licensing, whether it’s for derivative works, compilations, sound recordings, or motion pictures. Additionally, we conduct thorough investigations into registration status and ownership to ensure your rights are clear and fully protected. Should disputes arise, we are fully equipped to litigate and defend your intellectual property in court, standing by your side throughout the process.

At ABSimmons Law, our mission is to not only protect your creative works but to help you manage and maximize the value of your intellectual property. Let us help you secure what’s yours.

Trademarks

We understand how vital it is to distinguish your product or service from the competition. That’s why we offer comprehensive protection through trademark services, ensuring that your brand is safeguarded and recognizable in the marketplace. Our team handles trademark prosecution and registration both domestically and internationally, so your brand is protected no matter where you do business.

We also manage service mark registration, expertly respond to office actions from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and conduct thorough registration and licensing investigations. Our firm is dedicated to defending and maintaining your trademarks to ensure their ongoing protection and value. Whether it’s issuing cease-and-desist letters to defend against infringement or litigating disputes when necessary, we are committed to protecting your rights every step of the way.

At ABSimmons Law, your brand is our priority. Let us help you build and protect it with the confidence that comes from years of experience and a personalized approach.

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Business Law

Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but at ABSimmons Law, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. We offer a full suite of services designed to protect your intellectual property rights and set your business up for long-term success. Whether you're forming a new entity or refining your current structure, we ensure that your foundation is strong.

Our services include assistance with business formation and entity structure, crafting detailed business plans and development strategies, drafting and negotiating partnership agreements, and preparing business contracts tailored to your needs. On top of that, we help you define and protect your brand, recognizing that strong branding is key to standing out in today’s competitive marketplace.

At ABSimmons Law, we make it our mission to remove the legal stress from your entrepreneurial journey so you can focus on building and growing your business.

Contracts Law

Under common law, the enforcement of a binding contract is possible as long as all essential elements are met. At ABSimmons Law, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive services for all aspects of contract law to ensure your agreements are solid and enforceable. Our expertise includes drafting clear and precise contracts, negotiating favorable terms, and reviewing existing agreements to identify potential risks.

We also offer meticulous redlining services to address any issues and ensure that your interests are protected. If disputes arise, we are prepared to assist with settlement negotiations and, when necessary, litigation to defend your rights.

At ABSimmons Law, we understand that contracts are crucial to your business operations and relationships. We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of contract law with confidence and clarity.

Entertainment Law

At ABSimmons Law, we recognize the unique challenges faced by artists, entertainers, musicians, composers, directors, producers, and production companies when it comes to protecting their creative works. We are here to provide the comprehensive legal support you need to safeguard your art and ensure your rights are fully protected.

Our services include copyright and trademark registration to secure your intellectual property, as well as crafting licensing agreements that allow you to share your work while maintaining control. We handle all aspects of production legalities, including talent agreements, agent contracts, and crew agreements, so you can focus on bringing your vision to life.

From navigating the intricacies of television, documentary, and feature film financing and production to managing international and domestic distribution and acquisition agreements, we’ve got you covered. We also address clearance and defamation issues, co-production agreements, and chain of title and underlying rights agreements, ensuring every project is backed by a solid legal framework.

At ABSimmons Law, our commitment is to empower you as a creative professional, allowing you to focus on your artistry while we take care of the legal details. Your creativity deserves the best protection, and we’re here to provide it.

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We provide an array of other related services to protect your business and brand.

Cease & Desist
Demand Letters
Licensing Agreements
Work for Hire Agreements
Website Infringement Audits
Litigation
Consumer Protection
Debtor Defense (Business & Personal)