Real Talk with Tamera Episode 19: How Contracts Protect You, Your Assets & Your Clients with Michelle Pitts

While my first client ended in giving a refund (only about $60, but still) I was truly appreciative for having a basic understanding knowledge & the importance of having a contract.

When we first start business, we often go to Google to grab a quick contract template to draft a somewhat functioning contract. But eventually it’s time to customize your contracts based on Scope of Work, Jurisdiction, Copyright Usage and more that we discuss during this episode.

I’m chatting with Michelle Pitts, someone I met through my network. Michelle is a lawyer and uses her knowledge to support creatives.

Michelle Pitts is the owner of Burgess Law PLLC, an intellectual property law firm located in Washington D.C. As a Miami native, Michelle grew up surrounded by creatives. She began her career as a prosecutor and eventually chose to combine her interest in law and the arts by opening a firm dedicated to demystifying the world of business and law for creatives and small business owners. So whether your passion is a side hustle or a full time business, Burgess Law PLLC can help by supplying you with the necessary contracts, trademarks and copyrights to protect your brand and business. 

During this episode we cover:

• common mistakes when writing your contracts

• 3 non-negotiables that should be in your contracts

• how to handle 3rd party licensing