International Production Issues: A Global Prospective for 2022

Saturday, April 30, 2022

9:00 - 11:00 AM PT

Online (Zoom)

Experts from around the globe will provide practical insight to what every producer and attorney that advises producers should know about producing films in territories around the globe. Nuts & bolts issues concerning unique aspects of production in each unique territory which may not be readily known to producers from outside the specific territories.

These practical tips will discuss unique regional topics, such as: Pitfalls To Avoid to Ensure Proper Tax Incentive Processing, International Copyright Issues, Droit Morale, Unique Contract Issues, Dealing with Governments & Permits, Union Matters and Other Rules Governing Labor, Practical Information about the Local Economies, and more.

 

Panelists:

Mark Edwards, Esq.
Principal, Edwards Creative Law discussing Canada

Dong Wang, Esq.
Managing Partner, Chamzon Law Firm discussing China

Massimo Sterpi, Esq.
Partner, Gianni & Origoni discussing Italy & European Union

Bill Grantham, Esq.
Rufus-Isaacs, Acland & Grantham LLP discussing Ireland (and UK)

Marianna Vargas-Gurilieva, Esq.
Film Commissioner of the Dominican Republic discussing DR

Milan Todorovic
Production Executive Production Services discussing Serbia

Moderated by:

David Albert Pierce, Esq.
Managing Partner, Pierce Law Group LLP

 

About the Entertainment Section and the International Committee:

The largest entertainment law section in the nation, it addresses issues pertinent to film, television, and music law. The section is chaired by Greg Zbylut and John R. Baldivia. Find out more about the section at www.bhba.org/sections-committees/entertainment-law

The international committee is chaired by Alessandra Tarissi De Jacobisand Carla Pareja Paris.The committee is a forum for networking, legal education and discussion on foreign legal topics such as international trade, intellectual property, transnational environmental treaties, human rights, global security issues and international monetary policy. Find out more at bhba.org/sections-committees/international

This program is chaired by David Albert Pierce.

 

Additional details:

This program is FREE for BHBA Members and $35 for Non Members.

For more information or to register, click this LINK

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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