LEGAL VISION

LEGAL VISION: A Six-Part Series on Entertainment Law Presented by Damien Swaby Explore the legal side of filmmaking with LEGAL VISION, a six-part podcast series from Donaldson Callif Perez. From rights clearance and fair use to financing and distribution, each episode delivers expert insights, real-world case studies, and practical tips to help independent creators navigate the legal challenges of the entertainment industry.

LEGAL VISION is a news podcast hosted by Damien Swaby, with 6 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Damien Swaby hosts LEGAL VISION, a news show with 6 episodes published.

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  Fair Use – Empowering Creators in the Digital Age – Michael C. Donaldson

  Jul 7, 202546 minS0

  Episode Summary:<br />In this enlightening episode, Damien Swaby sits down with attorney and fair use advocate Michael Donaldson to explore the critical concept of "fair use." They discuss how it protects creators, common misconceptions, and practical examples that impact filmmakers, content creators, and digital storytellers alike.What You’ll Learn:What fair use actually meansWhy it's essential for creators todayHow fair use applies to films, podcasts, and digital mediaLegal myths around copyrightReal-world cases and success storiesGuest Bio:<br />Michael Donaldson is a veteran entertainment attorney and one of the leading experts on fair use law. His work has empowered in...

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  Legal Essentials for Film & TV

  Jun 29, 202550 minS0

  Episode Summary:In this episode, we sit down with Madison Karsenty, Partner at Donaldson Callif Perez LLP, to explore the legal framework supporting today’s most compelling media and entertainment projects. Madison shares how her practice spans every stage of the production process—from rights acquisition and clearance to financing and distribution—and unpacks the legal risks tied to defamation and personal rights in documentary content.Topics Covered:Madison’s path to becoming a Partner at a leading entertainment law firmKey legal challenges facing documentary filmmakers todayTrends in defamation lawsuits and how creators can stay protectedInsights from her co-authored article on balan...

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  Free Speech and Fighting for Your Story – Dale Nelson

  Jun 23, 202531 minS0

  Episode Summary:<br />In this episode we sit down with Dale Nelson, a legal trailblazer whose career spans blockbuster franchises, international IP strategy, and a lifelong defense of creative freedom.Dale joined Donaldson Callif Perez in 2019, bringing with her over 25 years of experience from Warner Bros. Entertainment, where she served as Vice President and Senior Intellectual Property Counsel. At the studio, Dale played a pivotal role in protecting and managing the rights to some of the most influential entertainment properties of our time — from the Harry Potter universe and DC Comics to the studio’s legacy catalog of classic films and shows.H...

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  Backing the Vision: Chris Perez on Financing & Distribution in Independent Film

  Jun 15, 202541 minS0

  EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of The Filmmaker’s Legal Lens, we sit down with Chris Perez, partner at the entertainment law firm Donaldson + Callif + Perez, to unpack the financial and legal realities of getting your film made and distributed.Chris brings deep insight from years of working with independent producers, helping them navigate equity raises, tax credits, debt financing, and investor negotiations—while also planning ahead for deliverables, rights clearance, and distribution readiness.You’ll hear how to avoid common traps, like giving away too much backend too early, failing to budget for legal review, or structuring deals that disincentivize distri...

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  Navigating Clearance in Entertainment – Alexandre M. Yousefzadeh

  Jun 8, 202544 minS0

  Episode Description:<br />In this episode, we sit down with Alex Yousefzadeh, a seasoned attorney at Donaldson Callif Perez, to explore the legal intricacies of entertainment and media law. From his early academic days at NYU to his specialized legal training at Southwestern Law, Alex has carved a niche helping filmmakers and creatives tackle everything from rights acquisition to distribution.Topics covered include:What fair use really means in a production settingThe mystery of orphan works and how Alex helps clients solve itNavigating production legal issues from development to distributionWhy storytelling matters—even in legal briefsGuest Bio:<br />Alex Yousefzadeh jo...

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