Fashion Model Representation
contracts – protecting rights, minimizing risk, and negotiating fair terms in the U.S. and globally.
Your first modeling contract can shape the future of your career — for better or worse. Whether you are just starting out, an established professional, or managing a modeling agency, having experienced legal counsel is essential. At ChaseLawyers®, we protect models, influencers, and agencies by ensuring every contract is fair, enforceable, and aligned with long-term goals.
With the rapid growth of social media, digital campaigns, and global fashion markets, models today face new opportunities — and new risks. From unfair exclusivity clauses to hidden fees and misuse of image rights, a single misstep can impact your income and reputation. Our attorneys provide clear legal strategies to help you navigate modeling contracts, safeguard your intellectual property, and protect your personal brand.
Our representation extends across the fashion industry — from editorial work and runway shows to commercial campaigns, influencer deals, and international bookings. With clients featured on the covers of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and partnerships with leading agencies worldwide, ChaseLawyers® offers over 30 years of proven experience in fashion law and entertainment.
contracts — protecting artists, producers, and their rights across the U.S. and globally.
Your first modeling contract can shape your career. We make sure it works for you, not against you. Our services include:
- Reviewing and negotiating agency and brand contracts
- Drafting agreements that protect your long-term interests
- Identifying hidden risks and unfair clauses before you sign
- Managing renewals, exclusivity terms, and early termination negotiations
Your image is your most valuable asset. We help you safeguard it legally so you stay in control. Our support covers:
- Securing rights to your photos, videos, and likeness
- Preventing unauthorized use of your image online and offline
- Guiding you in licensing and monetizing your brand safely
- Taking legal action against misuse, defamation, or image manipulation
The modeling world is international and digital. We make sure you are protected wherever your career takes you. We assist with:
- Cross-border contracts with agencies and fashion houses
- Social media, influencer, and digital brand partnerships
- Compliance with U.S. and international modeling regulations
- Visa and work permit guidance for global modeling assignments
How It Works
- Share your modeling goals and current contracts.
- Identify risks and opportunities.
- Get initial legal advice tailored to your career stage.
- Develop a contract and career protection roadmap.
- Align your modeling opportunities with long-term goals.
- Anticipate agency and brand negotiation challenges.
- Register your intellectual property (images, likeness, digital content).
- Secure ownership of your professional portfolio.
- Put legal safeguards in place against unauthorized use.
- Take action when your image is misused or exploited.
- Negotiate brand licensing, endorsements, and collaborations.
- Ensure fair compensation for all uses of your likeness.
- Review and update contracts as your career evolves.
- Provide global support for international opportunities.
- Protect your reputation across digital and print platforms.
From newcomers building their first portfolio to internationally recognized supermodels, we ensure your contracts, rights, and image are fully protected so you can focus on your career.
We represent agencies and management firms, helping structure fair agreements, safeguard brand relationships, and navigate international modeling markets.
We assist fashion houses, publishers, and production companies with licensing, image rights, and contracts to ensure lawful use of models’ likenesses in campaigns, runways, and media.
FAQ
Find quick answers to common questions about our legal services, from costs and contracts to copyrights, licensing, and royalties.
Because modeling contracts often contain hidden clauses about exclusivity, image rights, and payment. An attorney ensures your rights and earnings are fully protected.
Common issues include unfair payment terms, unauthorized use of images, intellectual property violations, and breach of contract by agencies or brands.
Yes. Every clause is negotiable. We help models secure better rates, limit exclusivity periods, and add protections against misuse of their likeness.
Through contracts, personality rights, and intellectual property law. We draft and enforce agreements that safeguard your image across print, digital, and social platforms.
Absolutely. Cross-border contracts involve different laws, currencies, and tax rules. We ensure compliance while protecting your income and rights abroad.
Agencies must use clear, compliant contracts that outline commissions, termination rights, and usage terms. We assist in drafting agreements that protect both agency and model.
Disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation. We advise the best course of action depending on the client’s goals.
Under U.S. and state law, minors require special contracts with parental consent and trust accounts for earnings. We help families navigate these regulations.
Yes, but it depends on the exclusivity terms in their agency contract. We review agreements to clarify what rights remain with the model.
With decades of experience in entertainment and intellectual property law, we understand the unique challenges of the fashion industry. We represent both models and agencies worldwide, ensuring fair treatment and maximum protection of your rights.