Many filmmakers and script writers wonder when is the best time to hire an attorney. The sooner you find a lawyer, the less expensive it will be. You should have one before you need one. That’s a good rule of thumb.

Not only should you find a lawyer, but you should narrow the attorney search for someone with experience in the entertainment industry. You don’t want to hire someone who has a general practice or someone fresh out of law school. You need an entertainment lawyer–someone who is familiar with all of the nuances of entertainment law and copyright laws. By looking for someone who specializes in entertainment law, will better help you protect your rights.