Legal Resources

Specialist clearance counsel exclusively for documentary filmmakers. Reviews rights, clearances, and chain of title for E&O insurance applications. Lower-cost flat fee Documentary Legal WellCheck service for earlier-stage guidance. Fees from $1,500.

Full-service film and television clearance company providing film title reports, script clearance reports, copyright reports, and chain of title documentation for film and TV productions of all sizes.

Free legal services for documentary filmmakers from UCLA Law's Ziffren Institute. Services include fair use and copyright advice, music and archive clearances, release drafting, and contract negotiation, all supervised by experienced media attorneys.

Leading entertainment law firm with dedicated content review group for documentaries. Specialises in defamation, privacy, copyright, and E&O insurance reviews. Advises on obtaining E&O policies and satisfying carrier clearance requirements for distribution.

Entertainment law firm specialising in intellectual property rights clearance for film and TV productions. Secures permissions, reviews all production materials for rights issues, and advises on copyright, trademark, privacy, and E&O insurance requirements.