Entertainment Law Services

Protecting Creatives, Productions & Performers.

Serving clients in North Carolina and select national entertainment matters.

Entertainment Law Overview

Attorney Carena Lemons brings over two decades of combined experience in law, media, and performance to the entertainment industry.
Her dual perspective as both an attorney and a working actor/singer uniquely equips her to guide artists, producers, and creative professionals through the legal landscape of entertainment.

“Creative work deserves professional protection. I help artists and producers safeguard the business behind their art.”
— Carena Lemons, Esq.

Entertainment Law Services Offered

Talent & Performer Representation

We negotiate deals on your behalf and provide contract review for: film, television, and stage performance agreements; SAG-AFTRA and non-union projects; musician and vocal performance contracts; and agency and management agreements.

Production Legal & Consulting

We offer legal support for independent producers, filmmakers, and production companies, including: production contracts and crew deal memos; location releases and appearance waivers; option, shopping, and distribution agreements; and music licensing coordination.

Music Law & Recording Agreements

We represent songwriters, producers, and recording artists in their: song collaboration agreements; recording, publishing, and producer contracts; and split sheets, sync licenses, and royalty structures.

Appearance & Collaboration Agreements

We draft and negotiate contracts for guest appearances, influencer collaborations, podcasts, or branded content.

Brand Sponsorship & Endorsement Deals

We offer legal review and negotiation of influencer, spokesperson, or brand ambassador contracts to protect your image, likeness, and compensation.

Copyright & Intellectual Property Guidance

We advise you on protection strategies for scripts, songs, choreography, and creative content. We also provide registration guidance with the U.S. Copyright Office and licensing advice.

Entertainment Business Formation

We assist in entity formation and consulting for production companies, record labels, and artist collectives, including: LLC setup; operating agreements; and basic business structuring.

Pre-Litigation & Negotiation Support

We assist in resolving contract disputes or royalty disagreements before litigation through negotiation and demand letters.

*Litigation is not handled in-house; we provide referrals if necessary.*