Helping artists tell their stories… Their way.
Donaldson Callif Perez is a law firm that represents independent producers of film, television, and web-based content. We are focused not only on financing, production, and distribution, but are also renowned for clearance and intellectual property work, especially in the area of fair use. With over 35 years as an entertainment attorney, Michael and his firm have become a leader in the world of 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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- 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 - Michael Donaldson Speaks to Your Inside Track About How the Andy Warhol Foundation Supreme Court Ruling Fits into Fair Use Analysis
Michael Donaldson recently spoke to musicologist Judith Finell and attorney Don Franzen about how the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith et al. Supreme Court ruling and… Full story - Congrats to our clients whose projects have been selected for SXSW 2025!
Huge congrats to our 16 clients whose films have been selected for SXSW 2025! Full story