Which contributions belong in the rights record?
Keep track of underlying material, new contributions and permissions obtained for the project.
LEGAL SUPPORT
FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY · NIGERIA
Copyright Lawyers in Nigeria
Clarify rights in music, film, writing and software. Laude reviews copyright ownership, contributor agreements, permissions and unauthorised-use concerns.
Lagos, NigeriaWorking with local and international clients.
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Copyright: how we help.
A focused scope built around your plans, the documents involved and the decisions that need to be made.
Ownership reviews
Examine creation records and agreements to understand the rights claimed in the work.
Assignments and permissions
Prepare or review the terms for transferring rights or giving permission for a defined use.
Collaborator agreements
Clarify contributions, credits, approvals and use of work created with other people.
Unauthorised use concerns
Review the evidence and existing arrangements where someone is using work in a way you question.
WHEN YOU NEED A LAWYER
Common situations we support.
A decision is approaching
You have created work with collaborators or someone wants to reproduce, distribute or adapt it.
New uses are proposed
Someone wants to reproduce, distribute, adapt or commercialise an asset. Clarify the permission and the commercial terms before agreeing.
Ownership is uncertain
Several people contributed to the work or existing records do not clearly explain who controls the relevant rights.
A right is challenged
A complaint, competing claim or unauthorised use raises questions that need to be assessed against the evidence.
THE DETAIL BEHIND THE DECISION
Understand the bigger picture.
Creative projects often involve writers, performers, developers, producers and commissioners with different expectations about ownership. A payment or credit does not by itself explain every permission the parties intend to give. We help review those relationships and document how the work may be used, shared or commercialised, with attention to the project’s actual contributors and intended release.
What permission does the next user actually need?
Distribution, adaptation, advertising and further licensing should be considered explicitly.
A CLEAR AND COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
How the process works.
A straightforward process designed to give you clarity, practical advice and a considered next step.
- 1
Define the matter
We start with your objectives and the circumstances behind your copyright enquiry. The firm confirms whether it can assist and agrees scope and fees.
- 2
Review the information
We consider the relevant records and questions, including ownership reviews and assignments and permissions where within scope.
- 3
Explain the decisions
We discuss findings, missing information and the options available. You can ask questions before deciding how you want to proceed.
- 4
Carry out the agreed work
We prepare documents, advise, negotiate or coordinate the steps included in the engagement, with outstanding responsibilities made clear.
PREPARE FOR A USEFUL CONVERSATION
What to have ready.
Gather creation records and any agreements with collaborators, commissioners or distributors.
- Copies or a description of the relevant work
- Dated creation and contribution records
- Commissioning, employment or collaboration agreements
- Proposed uses and existing licences
You do not need every document to make an enquiry. Tell us what is available and what is missing. Wait for our team to confirm the appropriate channel before sending sensitive material.
OUR PEOPLE
Lawyers who understand
the commercial context.
Good advice starts with understanding your objectives and the decisions ahead. The firm will identify the appropriate support once it has assessed your enquiry.
Meet our team
Music & Artists
Understand the arrangements behind recording, releasing, performing and earning from music.
Explore our approach →Film & Television
Coordinate the rights, contracts and commercial arrangements behind a film, television or digital production.
Explore our expertise →Different
perspectives.
A stronger you.
About our firm →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions,
answered.
Can you help with software as well as music or film?
Yes, the first discussion should identify the work and the ownership or permission question. Technical and commercial context helps define the legal review.
Do collaborators need a written agreement?
A written record can clarify rights, contributions and how the work may be used. The appropriate terms depend on the project and what the collaborators intend.
What should I keep if my work is used without permission?
Preserve dated examples of the use, the original material, relevant agreements and correspondence. Avoid altering the evidence before it can be reviewed.
What should I prepare for the first discussion?
Gather creation records and any agreements with collaborators, commissioners or distributors. Start with an outline; the team will confirm a suitable channel before requesting sensitive documents.
How are scope, fees and timing agreed?
The work depends on the documents, complexity and decisions involved. We discuss the proposed scope, fees and timing before beginning. Work outside the agreed scope is discussed separately; no fixed fee or completion date is promised here.
Does an enquiry mean the firm is acting for me?
No. The firm must assess the enquiry, check whether it can accept instructions and confirm engagement. Please do not send highly confidential information or assume a deadline has been accepted before that confirmation.
Let’s discuss your next step.
Speak with our team about your legal needs.