Contract Review & Drafting
Experienced attorney Dori Zavala reviews and drafts film contracts with an eye towards protecting you and your project. Benefit from Dori's 20+ years of litigation and business legal experience, as well as her knowledge of the film industry, to help you understand what you're signing and negotiate better terms.
Are you considering signing an agreement and want to discuss the terms with an attorney before making the decision to move forward or not? If so, the firm’s Contract Review Services are a perfect fit to help you make sure you're getting a fair deal, protecting your work, and getting paid what you're worth.
Dori will review your contracts for:
- Accurate reflection of agreed upon terms, if any
- Inconsistencies and/or structural problems
- Perceived legal and/or business risks
- Negotiating opportunities (e.g., material omitted terms, non-industry standard rates)
Services Provided
The firm’s flat rate contract review includes:
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review of the contract;
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preparation of a “client-side” contract markup or comment memo of the identified issues;
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a final 30 minute call with Dori to provide an overall analysis of the contract and answer remaining questions.
- Get Dori's unique blend of legal expertise and industry knowledge to help you successfully negotiate your contract!
Flat-Fee Pricing
Contract Review Package:
Minimum $450 review fee for up to 5 pages. $75 per each additional page.
*“Page” means a standard 8-1/2″ x 11″ sheet with 1″ margins all around, standard spacing, and 10-12 point type size. A page with larger sheets, smaller typefaces, or double-column composition may count as multiple pages. Pages with signature blocks only do not count as a page.
Contract Drafting
Dori drafts customized film contracts for film deals that will meet and ensure your objectives. Her legal counsel is strategic and invaluable in drafting film contracts that accomplish your goals while protecting your interests.
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"Dori is an exceptional lawyer. What I've spent for her services has ended up saving me thousands in the long run and helped me navigate complex contracts with a deeper understanding of the business side of our industry. The opportunity to spend even 5 minutes learning from Dori is something every filmmaker can benefit immensely from."
