Music, film, audiovisual and festivals
Legal advice for artists, managers, promoters, festivals, producers, distributors and agents in the music, film, audiovisual and entertainment sector. Artist agreements, performance contracts, production and co-production deals, synchronisation, distribution and licensing for concerts, films, documentaries, shows and creative projects.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Project and parties analysis
We understand the nature of the project — concert, tour, festival, film, documentary, show — its parties — artists, promoters, producers, distributors — and the contracts needed to provide legal cover for the entire operation.
Drafting artistic and technical agreements
We draft performance contracts, fees, technical and artistic riders, management, booking, sponsorship agreements and production and distribution deals tailored to each project and sector.
Rights management and synchronisation
We manage synchronisation rights, authorisations from SGAE, CEDRO, AIE or other collecting societies, and permissions for using existing works in new audiovisual or musical projects.
Industry dispute resolution
We act in contractual disputes between artists, managers, promoters and production companies, whether for contract termination, unpaid fees, breach of exclusivity or ownership disputes.
Who this is for
Musical artists and their representatives, concert and festival promoters, audiovisual and film production companies, and record labels needing specialist legal advice on the contractual and rights particularities of the creative industry.
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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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