Services
Strategic Legal Counsel to Protect Your Ideas, Brands, and Business Interests
At Remarkable LegalTM, I provide comprehensive legal support for creators, business owners, and attorneys navigating the complexities of intellectual property, entertainment, and business transactions. Whether you are building a brand, managing intellectual property assets, or resolving disputes, my goal is to deliver practical solutions that protect your work and enhance your success.
With over 35 years of experience in copyright, trademark, and entertainment law, I bring deep industry insight and legal acumen to every client engagement. From advising on business transactions to litigating intellectual property disputes, I ensure your legal strategy aligns with your long-term goals.
Intellectual Property Protection
Your ideas are valuable—and protecting them is critical. At Remarkable LegalTM, I work with creators, entrepreneurs, and businesses to secure copyrights and trademarks, ensuring that your intellectual property is both legally protected and positioned for growth.
- Copyright registration, protection, termination, and recapture
- Strategic trademark registration and global brand protection
- Intellectual property portfolio management
- Enforcement and litigation support when rights are infringed
Whether you are launching a new product, protecting a creative work, or expanding your brand, I offer tailored legal solutions to secure your competitive advantage.
Business Transactions
Buying or selling a business or intellectual property asset requires careful planning, due diligence, and strategic execution. I support clients through every stage of the transaction process, ensuring that deals are structured to protect your interests.
- Intellectual property asset purchases and sales
- Business acquisition and sale agreements
- Licensing, royalty, and revenue-sharing agreements
- Contract negotiation and deal structuring
- Post-transaction support and compliance
From navigating the sale of a music catalog to acquiring a valuable trademark portfolio, I provide the legal insight you need to close with confidence.
Entertainment & Media Law
For creators and companies working in music, film, television, and digital media, I offer legal representation that protects your creative work and maximizes your opportunities. My background as both an entertainment lawyer and former artist manager allows me to see the full picture—from both sides of the table.
- Recording, publishing, and distribution agreements
- Music licensing for film, TV, and advertising
- Talent and management agreements
- Life rights, literary options, and story development deals
- Merchandising and brand extension agreements
From negotiating contracts to enforcing rights, I ensure creators and media companies have the legal protection needed to thrive.
Support for Attorneys & Co-Counsel
Trademark and copyright law is a specialized field that many attorneys encounter only occasionally. I regularly partner with attorneys and law firms as co-counsel, consultant, or subject-matter expert to enhance their representation in intellectual property matters.
- Copyright and trademark analysis
- Due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and IP transactions
- Contract drafting and licensing review
- Litigation support and strategic analysis
- Catalog sales and rights assignments
With Remarkable LegalTM as your trusted resource, you can confidently advise clients in even the most complex IP matters.
Education & Training
To further the understanding of intellectual property law, I offer the Copyright & Trademark Master Class — a practical, real-world training program designed for:
- Attorneys looking to expand their expertise in IP law
- Paralegals working on IP-related cases and transactions
- Business professionals seeking clarity on protecting and monetizing IP assets
Through actionable insights and clear guidance, participants gain the confidence to navigate copyright and trademark issues with success.
Why Choose Remarkable LegalTM?
- Decades of Experience: Over 35 years of legal practice focused on intellectual property, entertainment, and business law
- Strategic Counsel: Practical advice tailored to your goals, not just legal theory
- Industry Knowledge: First-hand understanding of the challenges creators and business owners face
- Proven Results: Track record of protecting clients’ rights, recovering lost royalties, and negotiating favorable deals
Contact me today to learn how I can support your legal and business goals.
RemarkableTM Legal/Cheryl Hodgson
