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Donaldson Callif Perez is a law firm that represents independent producers and production companies of film, television, and web-based content. We are focused not only on development, production, distribution and financing-related legal services, but are renowned for clearance and intellectual property work, especially in the area of fair use, trademark and personal rights. With over 100 years of collective experience as entertainment attorneys, DCP has become a leader in the world of rights clearances and in independent production.
“I don’t know where I’d be without Donaldson Callif Perez — probably sitting on a barstool somewhere, handing out copies of my demo reel.”
— Adam Saunders, Founder, Footprint Features
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Upcoming and new releases include THE LIBRARIANS by Kim Snyder and KATRINA: COME HELL AND HIGH WATER. Check out the full list below! Full story - Dale Nelson Publishes Forbes Article on Sora 2’s Rapid Change in Copyright Policy for IP Owners
Dale Nelson recently authored a Forbes article, “Sora 2 Does A Copyright Somersault Upon Launch,” examining the rapid change in copyright policy of OpenAI’s Sora 2, and what the sudden shift could… Full story - Dale Nelson Authors Forbes Article on GenAI, Digital Replicas, and Free Speech
Dale Nelson recently penned a Forbes article investigating the emerging legal questions surrounding the use of AI-generated digital replicas of real individuals in film and media. In the article, “When GenAI Digital… Full story
Legal Vision, a podcast series in collaboration with esteemed filmmaker and podcast host and producer Damien Swaby, explores key legal issues in the entertainment industry while providing expert-backed solutions for independent filmmakers, production companies, and legal professionals. The pro bono project aims to inspire creators to explore necessary legal frameworks as they launch creative endeavors.