RM Legal Studio

12/24/2023

Discover how Disney+ and Netflix are shaping the future of streaming contracts with RM Legal Studio.

From innovative contractual structures to intellectual property management, we delve into what makes these platforms leaders in content distribution.

Explore the latest in streaming battles! Dive into how entertainment attorneys navigate content deals amid the Netflix and Disney+ era.

12/23/2023

🌟 Ready to make your film a sensation? Explore our comprehensive 2024 Film Distribution Guide.

Uncover the secrets of effective film marketing, legal insights, and strategic distribution. Your journey to cinematic triumph starts here!

For all filmmakers this guide will walk you through the basic steps of getting your film to distribution. From development, to pre-production, production, and post-production.

11/30/2020

Halcyon Person - Writer, Director, and Producer
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You’ve probably seen her writing on and and not even known it...or her stand up and fun PowerPoint presentations all around New York City. Halcyon is an Emmy-nominated comedy maker based in Brooklyn, New York. She’s currently working as Head Writer at bringing fun, educational content to children worldwide.
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A graduate of Princeton, Halcyon was a director and producer for on before 9 Story. Now, as a Head Writer, she’s not only putting pen to paper but nurturing new writers with a concentration on diverse and authentic voices.
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With Halcyon at the helm of our content we’re in good hands...and our children? They couldn’t be luckier.

11/13/2020

Business plans are inherently strategic, and it’s pretty hard to get somewhere if you don’t know where you’re going. “But aren’t business plans antiquated?!”...says the Wantreprenuer. Well, you know who doesn’t find business plans antiquated? Financiers: investors, accelerators, private equity, banks, etc. And you know why? {insert cliché} “Because an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” or “Because you can’t score without goals.” Your business plan doesn’t have to be perfect, or beautiful, but you need to ask yourself the hard questions. Here’s some help
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QUICK TIPS
• Keep short and focused
• Spend time on executive summary-important for readers
• Graphs & charts are better than words
• Clearly articulate your selling proposition by asking yourself: “How will I differentiate my products/services?”
• Identify your niche and show understanding of your customers
• Be honest about risk and discuss contingency plans and mitigation strategies
• Look at other business plans...and get advice from advisors
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AUDIENCE
• Management Team
• Financing sources
• Advisors
• Potential Customers & Suppliers
• Prospective hires
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CONTENTS
• Executive Summary: 1-2 page snapshot of business including characteristics of market and industry, company vision/mission, value proposition, operational plan, financial projections
• Company Description: Mgmt team profiles, corporate organization, ownership structure, organizational chart
• Context & Business Opportunity: Industry size/competitors/trends, market characteristics/needs/size/trends, product delivery/differentiation/costs
• Operational Plan: provide structure and timeline of marketing, sales, product development, research and development

11/13/2020

11/13/2020

Business plans are inherently strategic, and it’s pretty hard to get somewhere if you don’t know where you’re going. “But aren’t business plans antiquated?!”...says the Wantreprenuer. Well, you know who doesn’t find business plans antiquated? Financiers: investors, accelerators, private equity, banks, etc. And you know why? {insert cliché} “Because an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” or “Because you can’t score without goals.” Your business plan doesn’t have to be perfect, or beautiful, but you need to ask yourself the hard questions. Here’s some help
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QUICK TIPS
• Keep short and focused
• Spend time on executive summary-important for readers
• Graphs & charts are better than words
• Clearly articulate your selling proposition by asking yourself: “How will I differentiate my products/services?”
• Identify your niche and show understanding of your customers
• Be honest about risk and discuss contingency plans and mitigation strategies
• Look at other business plans...and get advice from advisors
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AUDIENCE
• Management Team
• Financing sources
• Advisors
• Potential Customers & Suppliers
• Prospective hires
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CONTENTS
• Executive Summary: 1-2 page snapshot of business including characteristics of market and industry, company vision/mission, value proposition, operational plan, financial projections
• Company Description: Mgmt team profiles, corporate organization, ownership structure, organizational chart
• Context & Business Opportunity: Industry size/competitors/trends, market characteristics/needs/size/trends, product delivery/differentiation/costs
• Operational Plan: provide structure and timeline of marketing, sales, product development, research and devel

10/12/2020

Lovell Holder- Director, Producer, Writer, and Actor
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It’s hard to keep the spotlight off a man of this talent for too long. Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Lovell honed his craft at Princeton (graduating summa cm laude) and Brown (MFA in Acting). Now in Los Angeles, he’s produced two features with 92%+ ratings ( and ), won several best films at international film festivals, and directed in theatres from LA to Broadway.
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And to top it off...he just started a podcast with the indelible .mason. They invite some of the coolest q***r folks in entertainment and beyond to chat about how their identities and communities have shaped their professional lives.
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Meet Lovell and you’ll feel his warmth and blush at his charm. But work with Lovell and you’ll feel his grit and marvel at his creativity. It’s no surprise he’s the one standing in front of ensembles giving direction...or the one putting together teams and deals for films. He’s always right in the middle of things. And that ain’t by mistake...its by design. His design.

09/23/2020

Protect your brand, confidential information, and business with an NDA. [link to template in bio]
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Get peace of mind for your pursuit! Whenever you share information with new hires, collaborators, investors, or contractors you need to be sure it is protected. If someone steals your intellectual property, shares confidential information, or steals your customers you could lose all the hard you’ve put in.
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Confidential information could be: business concepts, strategies, relationships, intellectual property, products, research, customer lists, business contacts, designs, or anything else you want to protect. Other parties will not be able to share, sell, or use (outside of the agreement) the confidential information.
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This easily downloadable template includes a complimentary 20 minute call with an attorney to review your document. Visit the Studio for more resources to help you own your pursuit!

09/11/2020

Hayden Wheatley - Founder of and
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Some people were born to be entrepreneurs. From slinging bouncy balls in elementary school, to textbook arbitrage, Hayden has always found the margins...and now he runs several successful eCommerce businesses. Yeah, he makes it look easy, but the man spins more plates than Erich Brenn.
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It’s simple: Hayden knows what to sell and how to sell it. He’s also an eCommerce, Amazon, and Digital marketing wizard. Lucky for all of us, he’s a consultant and speaker as well. He’ll help any business find solutions.
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But it’s his infectious energy, joy of learning, and poignant questions that will endear him to you. Take a listen to (co-founded by ) and you’ll see.

08/06/2020

Businesses have it tough...in-house legal counsel is expensive, and web service counsel is impersonal and incomplete. 99% of the time all businesses needs are (1) a review and (2) an action plan. Our GC For a Day package gives you both...and peace of mind.
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WHAT WE DO:
1. Deep dive into legal foundation and compliance
• Virtual Presence - Webpage, Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, Social Media, etc.
• Entity Formation - Ownership structure, rights of owners, financing
• Business Filings - Licenses, permits, etc.
• IP rights - Copyrights, Trademarks, Patents, Trade Secrets
• Liabilities - Debt, risk of venture, insurance, etc.
• Employment - Employees (W2) and Independent Contractors (1099)
• Taxes - International, Federal, State, County, and City
2. Review relevant contracts (existing and needed) and negotiations training
• Contracting parties: Owners, suppliers, vendors, manufacturers, investors, customers, clients, independent contractors, employees, government agencies, etc.
• Negotiations: Mindset, preparation, performance, resolution
3. Strategically plan next steps
•Corporate Structure
• Bringing in investment
• Product & region expansion
• IP creation and protection
•Licenses, Permits, and Zoning
• Employment
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HOW IT WORKS
1. Following purchase you will receive an email including an engagement letter, questionnaire, checklist, and E-book.
2. 6 dedicated hours will be broken into 3 scheduled phases, each ~2 hours. Must be used in one workday at your choice of location or virtually.
•Legal Compliance
•Contracts & Negotiations
•Strategic Planning
3. +2 virtual hours may be used within 2 months of workday for document review, legal research, and strategy calls
4. +2 customized contract templates will be delivered depending on your needs following the workday
5. +1 customized Roadmap will be delivered within 7 business days of workday
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Call or visit the website for more details!