Helping artists tell their stories, their way.
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
Recent News
- Our clients’ soon-to-be-released works can be seen below!Upcoming releases include Sylvestor Stallone biopic SLY and Matthew Heineman’s AMERICAN SYMPHONY. Check out the full list below! Full story
- Lisa Callif Named a 2025 Southern California “Super Lawyer,” Jamie Shepard Recognized as a “Rising Star”The firm is pleased to announce that Partner Lisa Callif and Associate Jamie Shepard have been selected for inclusion by Thomson Reuters for its 2025 Southern California “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars”… Full story
- Chris Perez Speaks on Industry Trends at European Film Market’s 2025 AfroBerlin ConferenceChris Perez recently spoke on three panels at the European Film Market’s 2025 AfroBerlin conference. The three-day event, which took place on February 16-18, celebrated the intersection between film and… Full story