Copyright Registration & Enforcement
contracts – protecting rights, minimizing risk, and negotiating fair terms in the U.S. and globally.
Your creative work is your legacy — but without proper copyright protection, it can be copied, exploited, or devalued. At ChaseLawyers®, we help artists, writers, musicians, producers, and creative professionals secure and enforce their rights under U.S. copyright law.
Our attorneys guide you through the registration process, establish a clear chain of title, and take swift legal action when your work is infringed upon. Whether you need help registering a song, screenplay, artwork, or digital content, or you’re facing unauthorized use of your intellectual property, we ensure your rights are protected and your creative value is preserved.
contracts — protecting artists, producers, and their rights across the U.S. and globally.
Proper registration gives your work the strongest protection under U.S. copyright law. We help you:
- File and complete copyright registration with the U.S. Copyright Office.
- Establish a clear chain of title for your creative works.
- Protect songs, scripts, designs, and digital content from misuse.
- Strengthen your legal position for enforcement and damages claims.
When your work is copied or exploited without consent, swift action is critical. Our team supports you by:
- Identifying and documenting infringement online and offline.
- Issuing cease-and-desist letters and takedown requests.
- Negotiating settlements or licensing solutions when appropriate.
- Pursuing litigation to defend your rights and recover damages.
Copyrights are also assets you can monetize. Our attorneys help you:
- Draft and negotiate licensing and publishing agreements.
- Ensure fair payment terms and ongoing compliance.
- Advise on collaborations, partnerships, and digital distribution.
- Maintain control over how and where your work is used.
How It Works
- Share your creative works and concerns.
- Identify risks of copyright infringement.
- Receive initial guidance from our attorneys.
- Tailor a copyright protection strategy to your needs.
- Evaluate registration, enforcement, and licensing options.
- Outline the most cost-effective legal path forward.
- File your works with the U.S. Copyright Office.
- Establish ownership and “chain of title.”
- Ensure compliance for both U.S. and international protection.
- Issue takedown notices and cease-and-desist letters.
- Pursue settlements or litigation when necessary.
- Draft and negotiate licensing agreements to monetize your rights.
- Monitor your copyrights against future infringements.
- Advise on new creative projects and collaborations.
- Provide long-term support to protect and maximize your IP portfolio.
Protect your songs, recordings, and performances from unauthorized use. We help ensure your music stays yours.
From novels to scripts, we safeguard your literary works against plagiarism and copyright violations.
Your art, photography, and designs deserve legal protection. We secure registrations and enforce your rights worldwide.
We assist in structuring copyright ownership, licensing agreements, and content distribution both domestically and internationally.
FAQ
Find quick answers to common questions about our legal services, from costs and contracts to copyrights, licensing, and royalties.
Registration with the U.S. Copyright Office gives you stronger legal protection, the ability to sue for infringement, and access to statutory damages and attorney’s fees.
Copyright covers original works such as songs, sound recordings, books, scripts, artwork, photographs, films, and digital content.
Yes, copyright is created at the moment an original work is fixed in a tangible form. However, registration is essential to enforce your rights in court.
For works created after 1978, copyright generally lasts for the author’s life plus 70 years. Corporate or work-for-hire creations have different terms.
You should contact a copyright lawyer immediately. We can send takedown notices, negotiate settlements, or file infringement lawsuits.
Yes, copyright is an asset. We draft and negotiate licensing and assignment agreements so you can monetize your intellectual property.
It’s the documented history of copyright ownership. A clear chain of title is crucial when selling or licensing works such as music, films, or books.
Thanks to treaties like the Berne Convention, U.S. copyright protection extends to many countries, but enforcement often requires local legal support.
Copyright protects creative works, trademarks protect brand names/logos, and patents protect inventions or processes. We handle all three areas.
Fees vary depending on the type of work and number of authors. We guide clients through the process to avoid mistakes that could delay or invalidate registration.
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