Practice Areas


Television, Film & New Media

 

The way people consume entertainment is constantly in flux, so the laws must adapt quickly. Placido Law strives to anticipate these changes so you can focus more on creating a performance of a lifetime. Among our clients are actors, directors, writers, animators, and many other industry talents. We draft and negotiate development, production, financing, and sales & distribution agreements. Tailoring each contract according to a project’s scope, size, and budget, we secure the appropriate creative rights for all talents involved.


Intellectual Property

 

Ideas, tangible or not, are the most important things to protect in today’s competitive market. With so many channels and constantly replenishing feeds to watch out for, tracing the ownership and originality of a brand name, content, or software needs the trained eye of an attorney. We’ll handle the search, application, and filing process of trademarks and copyrights. And if your idea has been infringed upon, we can negotiate the best possible licensing and settlement agreements.


Digital Media & Technology

 

The internet, software, and technology make our lives simpler, but constant fluctuation in tech creates challenges in protection and monetization. Placido Law stays two steps ahead of these challenges. We’ve helped engineers, inventors, gaming startups, blockchain projects and entrepreneurs develop, license, sell, and maintain ownership over their creations. We’ve also negotiated purchasing and partnership agreements for larger investment companies looking for their unicorn.


Cannabis

 

Navigating the heavily regulated, ever-changing, cannabis industry is difficult. Placido Law helps cannabis entrepreneurs with business formation, intellectual property protection, and obtaining licensing in California.