Music Law 101: How to Protect your Rights, Increase your Profits, and Promote with Confidence with Somara Jacques, Esq.

Do you hide under the bushes when someone mentions the word “lawyers”? The music and entertainment business has always been a treacherous place for artists who don’t know the legal side of being a creative. Many of us are frightened by the terminology and confused by the legalities, not to mention the financial cost of legal assistance. That’s why we talked to an attorney with a heart for artists, to help us get over the fear of legally protecting and profiting from your creativity. . Somara Jacques, "The Latte Lawyer" is the founder of a legal firm for Visual & Recording Artists, Content Creators, and Startups. Having practiced law since 2011, she now helps artists and creatives to make the most of their talents by properly protecting and monetizing their creative and intellectual property. Learn more about Somara’s services: The Latte Lawyer - InstagramSomara Jacques - LinkedIn  Links We Mentioned in this Podcast Episode:Coursea.org - Free online classes in Music Business from BerkleeCopyright.govTikTok Backroom Sessions MiamiStephanie Hay - Entertainment Attorney Ari’s Take - Music Business BlogVolunteer Lawyers for the Arts - New York ChapterVolunteer Lawyers for the Arts - Miami All You Need to Know About the Music Business: 10th Edition by Donald PassmanHow To Make It in the New Music Business by  Ari HerstandThe Integrated Creative - Tips on Balancing Creativity and Business Eye See Ppl - Creative Networking Event ASCAP - American Society of Composers and Publishers BMI - Broadcast Music, Inc  SESAC - Performing Rights organizationLearn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and EntertainmentLearn more about Jordan Raynor’s new book Master of OneSUBSCRIBE & REVIEWDon' t miss an episode! Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts or Stitcher, and then please leave us a review! GIVEAWAY Remember we are giving away a copy of Jordan Raynor’s Master of One to a random reviewer every episode until we’re out of copies, through April 1st! You can review the show by going to: RateThisPodcast.com/godandgigs which gives you access to different apps. Theme Music:Performed by Teja Veal, from "The Hopeless Romantic EP”Send us a message!Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!GodandGigs.com/membershipSupport the showDownload our FREE 7 Day Prayer Devotional for Creatorshttps://godandgigs.com/prayerFOLLOW US!  InstagramFacebook YouTubeWant to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on PodMatch! © 2026 Paul Creative Solutions