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New York Publishing Lawyer


Too many writers believe that signing a contract is more important than understanding the terms above the signature line.

They’re wrong. See why on the HUFFPOST!

Whether you’re a writer or you work with writers,
you need to know what’s above the dotted line before you sign on the dotted line.

Your publishing future may depend on it.

What is a Publishing Lawyer?

I provide tailored legal services to both traditionally published and self-publishing authors. For traditional publishing, I review and negotiate contracts with publishers, revising these agreements so your rights are better protected. For self-publishing authors, I assist with contracts related to cover art, layout, printing, distribution, e-book platforms, publicity, and more, helping you navigate the self-publishing landscape.

Don’t leave your literary and publishing endeavors to chance. Protect your rights, safeguard your interests, and enhance publication by engaging professional legal services. Contact me today to discuss your specific needs and to take the first step towards creating the writing business that will help you sustain your writing career.  Learn more about our Publishing Lawyer Services

 

Legal Services in New York

Above the Dotted Line provides legal services to protect the rights and interests of book authors, freelance writers, and self-publishers. My practice includes contract review and negotiation, copyright protection and registration, pre-publication reviews, and tailored services for self-publishing authors.

Whether you’re a seasoned author navigating the complexities of traditional publishing contracts or a self-published writer seeking guidance for licensing agreements and vendor contracts, a literary lawyer helps you safeguard your creative works and smooth your publishing path.

Publishing Contract Review and Negotiation

Copyright Protection and Registration Libel in Publishing and Pre-publication Issues

Publishing Contract Review and Negotiation

Copyright Protection
and Registration

Libel in Publishing and Pre-publication Issues

Learn more about Publishing Contract review, revision, and drafting >> Learn more about copyright
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Free 15-Minute Consultation with a New York Publishing Lawyer

 

Our services begin with a free 15-minute consultation. You can tell us what you need and we’ll talk about how we can help.






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Denise Gibbon is a licensed attorney in New York. However, this website is not a law firm and any legal advice or services provided by this website’s author are unrelated to this site. This material is for informational purposes only. No information provided here constitutes privileged and confidential legal advice for or to any reader and is not intended to substitute for the advice of an attorney. Prior results of legal matters mentioned here do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future matter.