With the growth of the film, media and entertainment industry in New Mexico, we have expanded our practice into entertainment law. From partnership and corporation formation to network and talent agreements, we can assist clients in facilitating business deals, strategic business initiatives, and other contractual matters involved in the entertainment business. Cuddy & McCarthy, LLP offers our clients the following types of entertainment law services:

• Television and film production contracts
• Branded entertainment/Content agreements
• Television and film development agreements
• Nondisclosure agreements
• “Non-circumvent” agreements
• Talent contracts and options
• “Credits” negotiations
• Licensing agreements
• “Pitch” consultations
• Merchandising protection
• Management agreements
• Location agreements and waivers
• Independent contractor agreements for production accountants and other personnel
• Insurance coverage review
• Music rights agreements
• Distribution agreements
• Privately-held businesses and wealth planning
• All aspects of business formation and tax planning
• Joint venture agreements
• Employment law
• Financing agreements

We are proud to represent the Santa Fe Studios that opened in November 2011 as well as others in the entertainment industry. Projects on which we have worked were produced not only in New Mexico, but also in other states and countries. Recently produced series have aired in the U.S. and on ESPN and Fox Latin networks in Central and South America. Our firm looks forward to helping clients develop creative arrangements and to negotiate “win-win” contracts where our clients benefit.