Law Firm Overview

Arborlaw’s boutique client roster reflects expertise in the 21st century planning and legal needs unique to the creative and entrepreneurial sectors that drive innovation and excellence in the new American economy. The firm’s clients are predominantly from the following industries and market segments: software development, systems integration, business process outsourcing, independent and franchise retail, management consulting, research and technology, architecture and real estate, online services and e-commerce, photography studios and digital imaging, content and information -- music, film and video, fine arts, print and online publishing, data collection and analysis, talent leasing and management, licensing and merchandising, venture capital, advertising and design. The firm assists in commercializing products, services, technology, and assets -- by structuring deals using tools and techniques such as contracts, joint ventures, leasing, business process outsourcing, marketing and distribution, and exclusive arrangements; protecting copyrights, trademarks, domain names, branding and identity properties, trade secrets, and other intellectual property, starting up companies and moving business onto the Internet; managing employment issues, independent contractors and other key personnel resources -- with an emphasis on the special needs of workforce relationships with creative and knowledge workers; and buying and selling companies, real estate, technology, and other critical business assets.

Billing Method:

• Equity in Exchange for Services
• Require a Retainer

Pricing Structure:

• Flat project fee (pre-established fee for entire project)
• Hourly fee
• Percentage fee (based on project value)

Areas of Practice

• Startup and Company Formation
• Trademark
• Copyright
• Internet and E-commerce
• IT and IP Transactions
• Software Development and Licensing
• Entertainment and Media

West Practice Categories

Entertainment, Sports & Leisure Law, Copyrights, Trademarks