Can the producer show a coherent chain of permissions for the project?
Rights records need to reflect both underlying material and work created during production.
LEGAL SUPPORT
FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA · NIGERIA
Film and Television Lawyers in Nigeria
Legal support for film development, production and distribution. Laude reviews talent agreements, underlying rights and commissioning terms.
Lagos, NigeriaWorking with local and international clients.
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Film & Television: how we help.
A focused scope built around your plans, the documents involved and the decisions that need to be made.
Production agreements
Record the responsibilities, budgets, deliverables and commercial arrangements between production parties.
Talent and crew contracts
Clarify the work, payment, credit, availability and permissions expected from cast and crew.
Underlying rights
Review the rights in scripts, adaptations, music or other material intended for the production.
Distribution and commissioning
Consider delivery, exploitation, payment, approval and other terms in a proposed commissioning or distribution agreement.
WHEN YOU NEED A LAWYER
Common situations we support.
A decision is approaching
Your production is moving into development, financing, filming or distribution.
A deal is on the table
A label, manager, producer or brand proposes terms. Understand the commitments alongside existing rights and career plans.
A release is approaching
Contributor records, permissions or delivery terms still need attention before the planned release or campaign.
Income or control is unclear
The parties have different understandings of approvals, payment or future use. Review the agreement before relying on an assumption.
THE DETAIL BEHIND THE DECISION
Understand the bigger picture.
Film and television projects develop through stages that involve different people, documents and decisions. A producer may need to secure underlying rights before financing, then coordinate talent and crew agreements with delivery requirements. We help identify the legal work tied to the project’s stage and organise the rights and commercial arrangements needed for the proposed production and release.
Do production promises align with distribution commitments?
Delivery dates, formats, approvals and rights requirements should be considered together before they become difficult to change.
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 film & television 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 production agreements and talent and crew contracts 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.
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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.
Outline the project stage, rights chain, financing plan and distribution discussions.
- Project synopsis and production stage
- Script and underlying-rights agreements
- Talent, crew and production drafts
- Financing, commissioning or distribution proposals
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
Copyright
Clarify rights in music, film, writing, software and other creative work, with agreements that reflect how it will be used.
Explore our approach →Licensing & Royalties
Document how creative work may be used and how revenue, statements and royalty checks will be handled.
Explore our expertise →Different
perspectives.
A stronger you.
About our firm →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions,
answered.
Can you help before financing is in place?
An early scope can focus on development arrangements and the rights needed to pursue the project. Later production or distribution work can be discussed as the plan develops.
What is a chain of title review?
It is a review of the records supporting the project’s claimed rights and permissions. The scope should identify which works, contributors and documents are being checked.
Can one agreement cover all crew members?
Roles and commitments may differ. A document structure can be developed for repeated use, with the appropriate details and variations reviewed for the production.
What should I prepare for the first discussion?
Outline the project stage, rights chain, financing plan and distribution discussions. 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.