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For Businesses, Professionals & Creative People
BASED IN NEW YORK CITY, Romano Law is a cutting edge firm, with a passion for making a difference in our clients’ lives.
Our legal team takes pride in developing meaningful relationships with our clients. Our mission is to deliver cost-effective and efficient solutions to help you or your company thrive.
We’re more than just attorneys – we’re trusted advisors. We love what we do.
Our Focus
Business Law
From startups to larger corporations, we provide a range of legal services to help your business grow.
Entertainment Law
We’re here to provide guidance to production companies, producers, talent and other industry professionals as you build your career.
Business Disputes
Our experienced team of attorneys can help you navigate a disagreement, business divorce or recover a debt. We can assist with the litigation or defense of commercial matters in state, federal bankruptcy, federal district and federal appellate courts.
Employment Law
We guide you through legal challenges related to your rights under state and federal laws. We can assist you with virtually all employment law matters, including wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, hostile work environment, discrimination, retaliation and harassment.
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Can You Trademark a Personal Name?
Naming a business after one’s personal name can be a popular choice, but it is important to consider the legal implications of doing so. In order for a personal name to be eligible for trademark protection, it must meet certain criteria. A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, or design that identifies a brand and
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Automatic Renewal Provisions May Not Be So Automatic…
Many states have recently undergone changes to their automatic renewal law (ARL) that could make businesses reconsider using automatic renewal provisions in their contracts. For instance, a case in 2008 involving Isaac Asimov’s estate and literary agent Trident Media Group (TMG) highlighted the need for businesses to comply with New York’s ARL, codified at New
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Understanding Breach of Fiduciary Duties Claims
There are various business relationships that can create a fiduciary duty from one party to another. This includes partnerships, company officers and directors, principals, and agents. Breaching this duty can lead to litigation. It’s important for parties to understand the responsibilities owed and the circumstances that may lead to a breach, in order to prevent
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Key Differences Between Agents and Managers
If you are working in the entertainment industry, whether as an actor, musician or another kind of talent, it is likely that you have come across both talent agents and managers. The responsibilities of agents and managers may sometimes overlap, but it is important, especially for talent, to understand what each can offer and how
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