About Us
Joe Joseph
Owner and founder, Creative Works Legal Services
“Although the music industry has seen many improvements over the years, the playing field is still largely uneven. The idea that something must be a certain way, simply because it is ‘industry standard’, is not a concept we subscribe to or accept. This is what drives me and my team.”
Joe Joseph is a seasoned attorney, focused in music law, contract negotiations, copyright protection, and litigation. Having represented a wide-array of diverse clientele, Joe brings a well-rounded understanding with how he counsels and advises his clients.
Outside of his law practice, Joe enjoys playing guitar, writing music, spending time with his wife, Stephanie, and their pup, Tala, as well as hiking and connecting with nature. Born in suburban Detroit, Joe spends most of his time between Music City and Motown, two hardworking cities with an incredible amount of music talent.
Bar Admissions
- State of Michigan
- State of Tennessee (license pending – approved to practice)
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
- United States District Court, Western District of Michigan
Professional Affiliations
- American Bar Association Forum on the Entertainment and Sports Industry
- Nashville Bar Association – Entertainment, Sports & Media Law Committee
- Arts, Communication, Entertainment & Sports Section – State Bar of Michigan
Education
- University of Detroit Mercy School of Law – Juris Doctor, (2006)
- Western Michigan University – Bachelor of Arts (2003)
Services & Practice Areas
Contracts
- Band Agreements
- Record Deals
- Publishing Contracts
- Licensing Agreements
- Administration Deals
- Co-writing/Collaboration Agreements
- Work For Hire Agreements
Copyright
- Registration
- Management and Administration
- Termination Rights
- Assignments
- Licensing
- Dispute Resolution
Trademark
- Registration
- Applications
- Licensing
Sync Licensing
- Film & Television
- Advertising
- Gaming
Business Formation
- Operating Agreements
- Partnership Agreements