Services

Video Games &

‎‎ ‎‎‎Entertainment Law ‎‎‎

Creating and distributing video games and entertainment content is an exhilarating journey, filled with creativity and passion.

As a developer, content creator, or innovator, you pour your heart and soul into your work and take immense pride in your creations. However, navigating the legal complexities of business structuring, contract negotiation, intellectual property protection, and compliance can be overwhelming and daunting.

The fast-paced evolution of the video game and entertainment industries adds to these challenges. Ensuring your contracts are solid, your intellectual property is protected, and your business complies with all regulations can be a significant burden, potentially jeopardizing the success and profitability of your projects.

At AMAR-VR LAW, we specialize in providing comprehensive legal services tailored to the unique needs of the video game and entertainment industries. Leveraging our deep understanding of this area, we have worked with numerous game developers and entertainment companies at various stages. As trusted partners of Interactive Ontario and Digital Alberta, and advisors to game developers with the International Game Developers Association, we bring unparalleled expertise to the table.  Our membership in the Video Game Bar Association further underscores our commitment to staying ahead of legal trends in the industry

We recognize the pride you take in your work and are passionate about helping you protect and maximize the value of your creations. Our services are designed with your goals and aspirations in mind, ensuring that your legal needs are met with the same dedication and care you put into your projects. As video game enthusiasts ourselves, we understand what goes into creating amazing content and are here to help you succeed.

Our team offers strategic counsel on business formation and structuring, drafts and reviews crucial contracts, and provides robust IP protection and compliance guidance. Whether you need assistance with publishing agreements, revenue share agreements, or IP strategy, we are here to support you every step of the way. Let us help you navigate the legal complexities so you can focus on what you do best—creating incredible content and driving your business forward.

List of Services

Organization: Incorporation + Business Structuring

We provide expert guidance on incorporating your business and structuring it for optimal growth, ensuring a strong foundation for your creative ventures.

  • Business Formation + Structure
  • Studio Setup

Contracts: Drafting + Reviewing

Our team meticulously drafts and reviews all essential contracts, from publishing and collaboration agreements to licensing and non-disclosure agreements, protecting your interests every step of the way.

  • Publishing Agreements
  • Game Production + Collaboration Agreements
  • Licensing Agreements
  • Revenue Share Agreements
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements
  • End User License Agreements (EULA)
  • Terms & Conditions/Terms of Service

Advisory + Support Services

We offer strategic legal advice tailored to the unique needs of the video game and entertainment industries, helping you navigate complex legal landscapes and make informed decisions.

  • Strategic IP Counsel
  • Business Development
  • Artificial Intelligence + Generative AI laws + regulations

Compliance

We help you stay compliant with all relevant laws and regulations, including data privacy, artificial intelligence, and generative AI, minimizing risks and safeguarding your intellectual property.

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Artificial Intelligence + Generative AI Compliance
  • Ethical Use of AI

IP Purchase + Sales

Our services cover the full spectrum of IP transactions, from negotiating and drafting agreements to conducting due diligence, ensuring your intellectual property rights are secure and well-managed.

  • Purchase + Sale of IP Rights
  • IP Licensing Agreements

Game Studio Genesis Package

Our Game Studio Genesis Package is designed to give indie game developers the perfect start for setting up their own studio, developing, protecting, and launching their own games. This package offers a carefully selected list of essential services tailored to ensure your success from the ground up.

The Game Studio Genesis Package equips you with all the legal foundations needed to thrive and grow, allowing you to focus on your passion – creating amazing games. Let us handle the legal complexities so you can launch your studio with confidence and clarity.

Strategic Planning and Incorporation: 

Receive expert advice on the best legal and operational structure for your studio and get your studio legally established.

Share Structure and Issuance:

Benefit from our guidance in creating the ideal share structure, issuing shares to founders and investors, and formalizing your business setup with organizational resolutions.

Comprehensive Documentation:

Ensure compliance and organization with full digital minute book preparation and secure your intellectual property rights with our IP assignment services.

Templates for Key Agreements:

Streamline your operations with templates for Employment Agreements, Independent Contractor Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).

IP and Brand Protections: 

Protect your game assets and brand identity with 5 Copyright Registrations and 1 Trademark Registration.

Client Success Stories

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