Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
Today, I'm joined by Lisa A. Callif to discuss legal representation on independent films.
Lisa specializes in representing independent producers and production companies in all aspects of content creation, including equity financing, production and distribution with extensive experience in fair use, copyright and personal rights issues. Lisa is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards – among her many accolades are recognition as a Hollywood Reporter Power Lawyer, a Variety 2023 Dealmaker, and a Daily Journal Top Entertainment Lawyer, as well as her recognition by Variety on the Women’s Impact Report and the Best and the Brightest list. Lisa cuts through red tape for her clients and works tirelessly to preserve artists’ voices so that they can shine a light on stories that otherwise might not be told.
Along with Partners Michael Donaldson and Chris Perez, Lisa has co-written three books: The American Bar Association’s Legal Guide to Independent Filmmaking and Clearance & Copyright, 4th Edition & 5th Edition. She regularly publishes articles about emerging issues in entertainment and copyright law, and is often quoted in publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Variety, Intellectual Property Magazine and more. Lisa and Michael were featured on the cover of LA Lawyer Magazine,for which they co-authored an article about fair use and its application in documentary films.
If you need legal services for your independent project reach out to Lisa by visiting donaldsoncallifperez.com/attorneys/lisa-a-callif
Today, I'm joined by Lisa A. Callif to discuss legal representation on independent films.
Lisa specializes in representing independent producers and production companies in all aspects of content creation, including equity financing, production and distribution with extensive experience in fair use, copyright and personal rights issues. Lisa is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards – among her many accolades are recognition as a Hollywood Reporter Power Lawyer, a Variety 2023 Dealmaker, and a Daily Journal Top Entertainment Lawyer, as well as her recognition by Variety on the Women’s Impact Report and the Best and the Brightest list. Lisa cuts through red tape for her clients and works tirelessly to preserve artists’ voices so that they can shine a light on stories that otherwise might not be told.
Along with Partners Michael Donaldson and Chris Perez, Lisa has co-written three books: The American Bar Association’s Legal Guide to Independent Filmmaking and Clearance & Copyright, 4th Edition & 5th Edition. She regularly publishes articles about emerging issues in entertainment and copyright law, and is often quoted in publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Variety, Intellectual Property Magazine and more. Lisa and Michael were featured on the cover of LA Lawyer Magazine,for which they co-authored an article about fair use and its application in documentary films.
If you need legal services for your independent project reach out to Lisa by visiting donaldsoncallifperez.com/attorneys/lisa-a-callif
