Legal Question in Entertainment Law in California

Submitting Screenplay

Hello,

My situation:

I have recently completed a screenplay and sent out queries to various production cos. I�ve received interest, however they require an 'Entertainment Rep' to submit for liability purposes.

My question:

How much can I expect to pay an attorney for the services? And furthermore, how would I verify an attorney�s credentials?

Thanks.


Asked on 8/18/08, 2:57 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Submitting Screenplay

What you need is an agent, you can get a list of.agents through WGAw (wga.org).

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Answered on 8/18/08, 3:11 pm
Daniel Bakondi The Law Office of Daniel Bakondi

Re: Submitting Screenplay

Various attorneys charge various rates, usually on an hourly basis. My rate is $200 an hour with a retainer up front, and rates may go as high as $600 or more for some attorneys. You might check their experience in your area of law, and understanding of the field of entertainment law and intellectual property, as well as that attorney's negotiating experience. You may contact my office if I may be of assistance.

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Answered on 8/18/08, 3:30 pm


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