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Legal for Creators & Builders

Legal built for the creative economy.

Legal and strategic counsel for creative businesses so they can move fast, think bigger, and redefine their industries.

200+
Brands Protected
15+
Years of Experience
8
Practice Areas
100%
SMB Focused

What We Do

Eight practice areas.
One trusted firm.

01 — Trademarks

Own your name. Protect your brand.

We handle the full trademark lifecycle — from clearance searches and application filing to enforcement and renewals. Whether you are launching a new label or scaling an established brand, we make sure your IP is locked down.

Most applications filed within 48 hours.
Included Services
  • Trademark Search & Clearance
  • Federal & International Filing
  • Office Action Responses
  • Trademark Monitoring
  • Cease & Desist Letters
  • Portfolio Management
02 — Contracts

Agreements that actually protect you.

From client service agreements to collaboration deals and licensing arrangements, we draft contracts that are legally airtight and written in plain language your clients will actually sign.

Flat-fee packages available for common agreements.
Included Services
  • Client Service Agreements
  • Collaboration Agreements
  • Licensing & Distribution
  • NDAs & Confidentiality
  • Influencer Contracts
  • Freelancer & Vendor Agreements
03 — Business Formation

Build on the right foundation.

Incorporate the right way from day one. We help founders, artists, and agencies choose the right structure, register their business, and put the right legal scaffolding in place to grow without risk.

Ready to operate in as little as 72 hours.
Included Services
  • LLC & Corporation Setup
  • Operating Agreements
  • Shareholder Agreements
  • Business Name Registration
  • EIN & Tax Structure Guidance
  • Regulatory Compliance
04 — Brand Protection

Defend everything you have built.

Your brand is your most valuable asset. We actively monitor for infringement, respond to copycats and counterfeiters, and enforce your rights through cease and desist letters, DMCA takedowns, and litigation support.

Proactive protection keeps problems from becoming lawsuits.
Included Services
  • Infringement Monitoring
  • Cease & Desist Letters
  • DMCA Takedowns
  • Counterfeit Enforcement
  • Opposition Proceedings
  • Domain & Social Handle Disputes
05 — Licensing

Turn your IP into revenue.

A well-structured licensing deal can be one of the most powerful tools in your business. We negotiate and draft licensing agreements that protect your rights, set clear terms, and ensure you get paid fairly for the use of your brand, content, or technology.

Flat-fee licensing agreements available.
Included Services
  • Brand Licensing Agreements
  • Content & Music Licensing
  • Technology Licensing
  • Royalty Structures
  • Co-Branding Agreements
  • Franchise & Distribution Deals
06 — Brand Identity & Strategy

Build a brand that is legally and strategically sound.

Great brands are built intentionally. We combine legal counsel with strategic consulting to help you develop a brand identity that is distinctive, protectable, and positioned for long-term growth — from naming and clearance to go-to-market strategy.

Strategy and law, together from day one.
Included Services
  • Brand Name Development
  • Trademark Clearance Strategy
  • Brand Architecture Consulting
  • Go-to-Market Legal Review
  • Identity Protection Planning
  • Competitive Landscape Analysis
07 — Data Privacy

Handle your data like it matters.

Data privacy is no longer optional. We help businesses understand their obligations under CCPA, GDPR, and other applicable laws — and build compliant policies, consent frameworks, and data handling practices that protect both your customers and your company.

Compliance built for how your business actually operates.
Included Services
  • Privacy Policy Drafting
  • CCPA & GDPR Compliance
  • Data Processing Agreements
  • Cookie & Consent Management
  • Privacy Risk Assessments
  • Breach Response Planning
08 — AI Governance

Use AI confidently and compliantly.

AI is moving faster than the law — but the legal risks are very real. We help businesses navigate AI-related legal challenges including IP ownership of AI outputs, vendor agreements, bias liability, regulatory compliance, and responsible use policies.

Future-proof your AI strategy before regulators do it for you.
Included Services
  • AI Vendor Agreement Review
  • AI Use Policy Development
  • IP Ownership of AI Outputs
  • Regulatory Compliance (EU AI Act, FTC)
  • AI Risk Assessments
  • Responsible AI Frameworks

Who We Serve

Built for the
creative class.

We understand your industry because we work in it every day. No generic legal advice — only counsel that fits how creatives actually operate.

Fashion Brands

From indie labels to streetwear brands scaling their DTC operation — we protect the IP and contracts that hold your brand together.

  • Trademark Filing
  • Licensing
  • Collaboration Deals

Creative Agencies

Agencies need airtight client agreements, ownership clauses, and NDAs. We handle the legal layer so you can focus on the work.

  • Service Agreements
  • IP Ownership
  • NDAs

Tech Companies

Startups and scaleups building software, platforms, and digital products — we set up the right structure from day one.

  • Incorporation
  • Shareholder Agreements
  • Terms of Service

Independent Artists

Photographers, musicians, designers, and content creators — your work is your business. We make sure it stays yours.

  • Copyright
  • Licensing
  • Contracts

Content Creators & Influencers

Brand deals, sponsorship contracts, and IP ownership for the creators building audiences and monetizing their influence.

  • Brand Deals
  • Sponsorship Contracts
  • IP Ownership

Photographers & Videographers

Usage rights, licensing agreements, and client contracts that protect your work and ensure you get paid fairly every time.

  • Usage Rights
  • Licensing
  • Client Agreements

Beauty & Wellness Brands

Protect your products, brand identity, and retail relationships with trademarks, licensing deals, and distribution agreements.

  • Trademark
  • Licensing
  • Distribution Deals

Food & Beverage

Restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and packaged food brands — we protect your name, recipes, and retail relationships with trademarks, licensing, and distribution agreements.

  • Trademark
  • Licensing
  • Distribution Deals

Building Dreams Into Realities.

Why MADE NEXT

Legal that speaks
your language.

Traditional law firms were built for corporations. We built MADE NEXT for the brands, studios, and founders redefining their industries.

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Flat-fee pricing

No hourly billing surprises. Know your cost upfront so you can budget with confidence.

Fast turnaround

Most trademark filings in 48 hours. Contracts drafted and returned within 3 business days.

Industry fluent

We understand fashion seasons, agency billing cycles, and how tech startups raise capital.

Always accessible

A real lawyer who replies to your messages — not a paralegal chain and a ticket system.

Client Stories

We have been working with Nick for quite some time for all our trademark apps… Nick is honest, great, fast, communicative.
Derek
Trademark client · Avvo review
We are in the food industry and Nick provided guidance getting our contracts in place and our company organized with the state.
Business client
Family business, food industry · Avvo review
Nick is easy to work with and I would recommend him to anyone looking for responsive attorney.
Joe P.
CEO · Avvo review
Nicholas was so helpful during my case and was by my side every step of the way.
Linh
Client · Avvo review

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Testimonials reflect individual client experiences and do not constitute a guarantee, warranty or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter. Results depend on the specific facts of each case.

FAQ

Questions,
answered.

Quick answers about working with MADE NEXT. Each practice area page has its own detailed FAQ.

What does MADE NEXT PC do?

MADE NEXT PC is a Los Angeles law firm providing legal and strategic counsel to creative businesses. Our eight practice areas are trademarks, contracts, business formation, brand protection, licensing, brand identity and strategy, data privacy, and AI governance.

Who do you work with?

Fashion brands, creative agencies, tech companies, independent artists, content creators and influencers, photographers and videographers, beauty and wellness brands, and food and beverage businesses — from restaurants and cafes to bakeries and packaged products.

Do you offer free consultations?

Yes. Every engagement starts with a free 30-minute consultation. We assess your situation and give you a clear path forward, with no commitment required.

How do your fees work?

We work on flat fees rather than hourly billing, so you know your cost before we begin. You will never be surprised by an unexpected invoice.

How quickly can you help?

Most trademark applications are filed within 48 hours of your approval, most contracts are drafted and returned within three business days, and new companies can be ready to operate in as little as 72 hours.

Where are you located?

MADE NEXT PC is based in Los Angeles, California.

Does contacting you make me a client?

No. An attorney-client relationship is formed only through a signed written engagement agreement. Please don’t send confidential information until we have confirmed we can take on your matter.

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what you built?

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