Publishing contracts, licences and rights transfers
Drafting and negotiation of publishing contracts, licence agreements, rights transfers, distribution deals and music edition contracts, audiovisual licences and exploitation authorisations across formats, channels and territories. We advise authors, artists, producers, publishers, labels and promoters.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Defining the contract subject matter and scope
We precisely define which rights are assigned or licensed, over which works or assets, in which territories, formats and exploitation modalities, to avoid ambiguities that may generate future disputes.
Economic terms negotiation
We negotiate remuneration terms — fees, royalties, advances, guaranteed minimums — and exploitation control mechanisms to ensure the rights holder receives fair consideration.
Drafting the publishing or licence agreement
We draft the agreement with clear clauses on duration, territory, sublicences, reserved rights, reversion of rights and termination, adapted to the practice of the publishing, music or audiovisual sector.
Contract monitoring and enforcement
We advise during the life of the agreement on the interpretation of its clauses, periodic settlements, necessary modifications and any compliance issues arising between the parties.
Who this is for
Authors and creators negotiating contracts with publishers, record labels or production companies. Also companies licensing content to digital platforms, distributors or television channels who need agreements that protect their revenues and rights.
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Why MES Legal?
- Specialist lawyers with proven expertise in each practice area
- Offices in Barcelona and Madrid with national coverage throughout Spain
- Results-oriented, practical approach with clear risk management
- Direct professional relationship — no large-firm layers or intermediaries
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