Art Law Conference 2025 hosted by Artists’ Legal Services Ottawa

October 24, 2025

9 am - 4 pm EDT

La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins, Ottawa

Edwards Creative Law’s partner and entertainment lawyer Byron Pascoe will be speaking at the Art Law Conference 2025, a one-day symposium on art, law, and technology, hosted by Artists’ Legal Services Ottawa (ALSO) on Friday, October 24 at La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins in Ottawa.

Byron will join the panel “The Business & Law of Film Production” from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, where he and fellow speakers will discuss key legal considerations for television, film, and other content production. The session will be followed by a Q&A. Byron is also participating in a music panel earlier in the day at 11:45 AM. Learn more and register

Byron volunteered at ALSO for many years, including in leadership roles regarding prior Arts Law Conferences. His practice focuses on helping clients understand their rights, negotiate fair agreements, and build sustainable careers in creative industries. View Byron’s bio

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Testimonials From Our Clients

15 Years of Trusted Legal Advice in a Complex Industry

I have worked with Edwards Creative Law for well over 15 years on numerous projects with both Mark and Byron. The advice and the guidance provided have saved my bacon more times than I can count. The entertainment business is tricky and there are no better people to help you navigate it.

Derek Diorio
Distinct Features
Derek Diorio
Distinct Features

15 Years of Trusted Legal Advice in a Complex Industry

I have worked with Edwards Creative Law for well over 15 years on numerous projects with both Mark and Byron. The advice and the guidance provided have saved my bacon more times than I can count. The entertainment business is tricky and there are no better people to help you navigate it.

Responsiveness, Professionalism

Highly recommend Edwards Creative Law. Mark, Byron, Ian, Gina, Erin and their wider team are thoughtful, knowledgeable entertainment partners who assist us in navigating the legal complexities of film and television production. They also allow for the process to be enjoyable and collaborative in nature. Five stars.

Sarah Fodey
SandBay Entertainment
Sarah Fodey
SandBay Entertainment

Responsiveness, Professionalism

Highly recommend Edwards Creative Law. Mark, Byron, Ian, Gina, Erin and their wider team are thoughtful, knowledgeable entertainment partners who assist us in navigating the legal complexities of film and television production. They also allow for the process to be enjoyable and collaborative in nature. Five stars.

Highly recommend

Edwards Creative Law has been a fierce defender of my project’s rights and interests, and all while working within my needs and comfort. Engaging Byron as my entertainment lawyer has been one of the best decisions I made for my company. Highly recommend.

Bronwyn Szabo
Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Actor
Bronwyn Szabo
Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Actor

Highly recommend

Edwards Creative Law has been a fierce defender of my project’s rights and interests, and all while working within my needs and comfort. Engaging Byron as my entertainment lawyer has been one of the best decisions I made for my company. Highly recommend.

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