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CGLAW GUYOMARC’H Lawyers dedicates itself to the protection of literary and artistic property by supporting creators in the defence of their rights. The firm acts to preserve both patrimonial rights, linked to the economic exploitation of the work, and extra-patrimonial or moral rights, attached to the person of the artist. Whether through advice to structure a career or through litigation to stop an infringement, our expertise guarantees authors total control over their creations and fair remuneration for their work.

Our areas of expertise

The firm's expertise in copyright law

Copyright assignment agreement

We manage your rights transfers to ensure each assignment is perfectly defined. I understand. I am ready to translate any text you provide into English (UK). Please go ahead and share the text you want me to translate.CGLAW GUYOMARC’H Lawyers Your publishing and representation contracts are drafted, specifying authorised exploitation methods, from reproduction to audiovisual adaptation. The firm audits clauses relating to proportional or fixed fees to secure your financial compensation. We also assist you in structuring your agreements with broadcasters or collective management organisations, in order to ensure optimal protection of your financial interests.

Advice and Valuation

We advise authors to ensure sustainable exploitation of their catalogue. I understand. I am ready to translate any text you provide into English (UK). Please go ahead and share the text you want me to translate.CGLAW GUYOMARC’H Lawyers allows for the optimal valuation of your artistic assets by assisting clients in drafting licensing agreements and optimising taxation related to artistic income. Our expertise also covers succession issues and the exercise of moral rights, such as the right of disclosure or the right of withdrawal. We help you build a long-term strategy that protects the work from misrepresentation and ensures rightsholders have smooth management of the artistic heritage.

Infringement action

In case of infringement of your creations, CGLAW GUYOMARC’H Lawyers assists you in infringement proceedings. The firm manages seizure-infringement operations to establish proof of infringement and prove copyright ownership.

Whether through civil action seeking compensation for damages or criminal action to sanction the infringer, we deploy an offensive strategy. The firm advises you on the advisability of an amicable resolution or a trial, in order to effectively restore your rights and enforce respect for your artistic property with third parties and digital platforms. The objective is to obtain an injunction against illicit exploitation and significant damages compensating for the loss of value of your work.