Counsel for Creators LLP - Pasadena, CA
Counsel for Creators LLP is an innovative Pasadena law firm founded in 2013 by tech-savvy attorneys Jonathan Tobin and Chuong Bui. The firm delivers accessible counsel in trademark registration, copyright protection, business formation, contract drafting, and entertainment law for creative entrepreneurs, startups, and digital creators.
Modern Intellectual Property and Business Lawyers in Pasadena
Creative entrepreneurs, digital agencies, and independent artists face unique legal hurdles that traditional law firms often misunderstand. Counsel for Creators LLP was built to solve that problem. Established in 2013 by attorneys Jonathan Tobin and Chuong Bui-graduates of UCLA School of Law and Loyola Law School with backgrounds in software, design, and entertainment-the practice reimagines legal counsel for modern innovators. Recognized by the American Bar Association as legal innovators and rated by Super Lawyers, the firm pioneered flat-fee pricing and a first-of-its-kind legal subscription model. When you need to hire an intellectual property lawyer or consult a business formation attorney who understands creative industries, Counsel for Creators LLP provides clear, actionable guidance without confusing jargon.
Comprehensive Trademark Lawyers and Copyright Lawyers
Your brand name, original content, and intellectual assets represent the true foundation of your creative enterprise. Functioning as dedicated trademark lawyers and copyright lawyers within the financial and IP lawyers sector, the team provides complete protection:
- Federal Trademark Registration: Conducting comprehensive clearance searches and filing applications with the USPTO to protect brand names and logos.
- Copyright Protection: Registering visual art, media, and software with the United States Copyright Office while issuing takedown notices against online infringers.
- IP Licensing: Drafting licensing agreements, merchandising rights, and brand partnership deals to monetize creative works.
- Copyright Disputes: Advocating for creators before the federal Copyright Claims Board to resolve infringement claims cost-effectively.
Strategic Contract Lawyers for Creative Transactions
Clear written agreements prevent expensive misunderstandings and safeguard essential business partnerships. Operating as proactive contract lawyers, Counsel for Creators LLP crafts, reviews, and negotiates vital commercial contracts:
- Client and Freelancer Contracts: Drafting service agreements, statements of work, and contractor agreements that secure timely payments.
- Entertainment Agreements: Structuring talent releases, film production contracts, music distribution deals, and sponsorship packages.
- Confidentiality Agreements: Protecting proprietary trade secrets and software concepts prior to business negotiations.
Reliable Business Formation Lawyers for Innovators and Startups
Establishing an appropriate corporate structure shields your personal finances from professional liability while positioning your enterprise for sustainable growth. Serving as trusted business formation lawyers, the practice guides founders through:
- Entity Incorporation: Advising whether an LLC or corporation is optimal for personal liability protection and tax efficiency.
- Operating Agreements: Drafting founder agreements and corporate bylaws defining ownership, profit sharing, and management roles.
- Corporate Compliance: Filing state formation documents and providing reliable California registered agent representation.
Why Creative Professionals Choose Counsel for Creators LLP
Clients across Pasadena and Southern California partner with Counsel for Creators LLP because they provide an approachable, modern alternative to outdated hourly billing. Through their innovative legal subscription model and transparent flat rates, creative businesses receive ongoing legal counsel without surprise fees. Whether launching a tech startup, negotiating a brand collaboration, or protecting intellectual property, scheduling a free discovery consultation with Counsel for Creators LLP gives you the legal confidence needed to build a thriving business.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of Pasadena's historic Playhouse District on East Colorado Boulevard.
Building Location
This is a five-story Class A mixed-use commercial office building known as the Playhouse Plaza, built in 2015. Housed in a newly constructed campus of Art Deco offices with high-end finishes, the property features beautiful public courtyards and is close to the historic Pasadena Playhouse.
Parking Details
Visitors can park in the secure underground parking garage with direct elevator access to the office lobby, or utilize nearby public surface lots behind the building.
Public Transit
Served by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Route 180 (Hollywood to Pasadena); nearest stop is at Colorado / Oak Knoll.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main ground-floor atrium lobby. The office is located on the ground floor in Suite 180.