ENTERTAINMENT LAW
OVERVIEW
Music, contracts, and rights, handled by someone who speaks your language.
Record deals, publishing agreements, manager contracts, SOCAN and CMRRA registrations, and brand licensing. Reviewed and negotiated by a lawyer who came from the creative industry and still works in it.
TRUSTED BY ARTISTS, ATHLETES, AND ENTREPRENEURS ACROSS ONTARIO
MEET THE PRACTICE
A full-service entertainment practice for artists, labels, and managers building careers in music.
Record deals
Advances, recoupment, territory, and exclusivity. Reviewed clause by clause before you sign.
Publishing
Co-publishing, admin deals, split sheets, and SOCAN and CMRRA registrations that pay out correctly.
Management
Manager contracts, agent review, commissions, sunset clauses, and clean exits when the relationship changes.
Brand partnerships
Endorsements, sync licensing, and creator brand deals. Protect your likeness and your catalogue while the money moves.
HOW WE WORK WITH YOU
Your partner through every deal in the room.
From first conversation to signature
Start with a free 30-minute consultation. Get a clear scope, flat fee, and turnaround time upfront. No retainer, no surprises.
Every clause, in plain language
A clause-by-clause walkthrough with the terms most likely to hurt you flagged. You leave the call knowing what to sign, what to push back on, and why.
Built for the creative industry
Erika came up through the music industry. She speaks the language of producers, managers, and labels, which means advice that lands, not legalese.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Every engagement is guided by principles designed to make legal work feel less like legal work.
Plain-language
We break down the why behind every clause. You leave every call knowing exactly where you stand.
Industry-fluent
A lawyer who came from the creative world. Advice that fits the way the music industry actually works, not the way textbooks describe it.
Proactive
We help you build legal foundations before problems arise, so you grow with confidence through every release, tour, and deal.
OTHER PRACTICE AREAS
Working on something outside music? We help across four more practice areas.
Sports Law
NIL, endorsements, and name, image, and likeness protection for athletes across Ontario.
Startup and Tech
Incorporation, founder agreements, and SaaS contracts for early-stage teams building in Ontario.
Contract Review
Clause-by-clause reviews. Fast turnaround, flat fees, no retainer required.
IP Protection
Trademarks, copyright, and brand protection for creatives and founders who have built something worth protecting.
FAQ
Entertainment law questions, answered
Do I need a lawyer to review a record or management deal?
Yes. These agreements set ownership, royalty splits, and term and exit rights that are hard to renegotiate later. We break down every clause in plain language before you sign.
If I sign with a label, who owns my music?
It depends on the deal. Many contracts assign master rights to the label — we make sure you understand exactly what you're giving up and negotiate to keep what matters most to you.
What's the difference between publishing rights and master rights?
Master rights cover a specific recording; publishing rights cover the underlying song — the composition and lyrics. They earn money separately, and we help you protect both.
Do you work with independent artists and content creators, not just signed acts?
Absolutely — independent musicians, YouTubers, and digital creators are core clients. We review brand deals, sync licenses, and collaboration agreements so you keep control of your work and your income.
How do I protect my band name or artist brand?
Through trademark registration in Canada, plus clear ownership agreements between members or collaborators. We handle both so your name can't be taken or disputed down the road.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes — every engagement starts with a free 30-minute call. You'll leave with a clear scope, a flat fee, and a timeline, with no retainer required.