What is a production attorney?

A Production Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in providing legal counsel and support for film, television, or other media productions. They handle a variety of legal matters, including drafting and negotiating contracts, securing intellectual property rights, managing clearances, and ensuring productions comply with relevant laws and regulations. Their work helps protect the production from legal risks and ensures that all agreements and legal requirements are properly addressed throughout the project. Production Attorneys often work closely with producers, directors, and other members of the production team.