Entertainment Industry Legal Services Ltd is a specialized legal practice founded by Howard Livingstone, a retired solicitor with over 14 years of focused experience in music and entertainment law. The firm stands out for its deep industry knowledge, practical approach, and commitment to providing clear, jargon-free legal support tailored specifically to creative professionals and businesses.
With a background that includes roles at the Musicians Union, running independent labels, and hands-on experience as a musician, Howard offers a unique blend of legal and industry insight. The practice is ideal for artists, indie labels, producers, managers, and publishers across genres like Dance, Reggae, Soul/RnB, and World Music, offering highly competitive rates and a free initial telephone consultation to assess client needs.
Services Offered
- Contract drafting for recording, Licensing, Publishing, Management, Profit Share/Royalty deals, Producer, Remixer, Featured Vocalist, Session, Tour, Agency, Co-Writers, Band Agreements, Distribution, Commissions, Clearances, and Standard Terms and Conditions
- Contract vetting and negotiating
- Business affairs services for labels, publishers, production companies, and internet sites
- Artist representation for writers, actors, musicians, graphic designers, dancers, and models
- Dispute resolution for band disputes, songwriting disputes, and contract disputes
- Claims advice for infringement of rights
- Copyright advice and enforcement
- Money collection for unpaid royalties or entitlements
- Sample clearance assistance and rights owner identification
- Artist management services
- Rights registration guidance for UK and overseas societies
- Internet site compliance advice
- Work permit guidance for overseas performers
- Business start-up advice for new operations
Based in London and serving clients across the UK and internationally, the firm leverages Howard Livingstone’s extensive experience—including a 100% claims-free record during his practice—to deliver reliable, straightforward legal solutions for the entertainment industry.
