IP & Entertainment Law
Strategic legal counsel for businesses, brands, and entertainment industry professionals. Trademark, copyright, and entertainment transactions — handled with precision.
Wauls Law was founded by Samantha Wauls, an intellectual property and entertainment law practitioner whose career spans some of the most influential institutions in media and content creation. Her practice is built on a foundation of real-world industry experience — not just legal theory.
Samantha has worked with NBCUniversal and the Motion Picture Association, giving her a deep understanding of how major studios and entertainment companies navigate complex IP landscapes. She has also provided legal counsel to tribal nations, entities, and organizations, bringing a nuanced understanding of sovereignty, cultural property, and federal Indian law to her practice.
At Wauls Law, clients receive attentive, sophisticated counsel tailored to the creative and entertainment industries — with the strategic perspective of someone who has been on both sides of the table.
Whether you're a startup protecting your brand, an established company managing a growing IP portfolio, or a creative professional navigating the entertainment industry — Wauls Law provides counsel tailored to your specific needs.
From brand-new startups to expanding businesses, protect what distinguishes you in the market. Services include clearance searches, USPTO registration, portfolio management, licensing, and enforcement strategy across industries.
Get Started →Protect original works across media, software, marketing content, and more. Services span registration, licensing and assignments, work-for-hire agreements, fair use analysis, and infringement counseling for both rights holders and users.
Get Started →Strategic legal support for entertainment industry deals — including production agreements, distribution and licensing contracts, talent deals, and option agreements. Also advises businesses entering entertainment-adjacent partnerships and sponsorships.
Get Started →Every matter is unique. Schedule a consultation with Samantha Wauls to discuss your trademark, copyright, or entertainment law needs in a confidential, focused session.
What to Expect
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Leave with a concrete understanding of your options, next steps, and how Wauls Law can help protect your work.
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