Legal Services
Navigate the legal aspects of writing with the help of our experienced lawyers.
Legal Services for Authors
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The help you need to get the best deal
Don’t sign away your rights! We’ll review your contract line-by-line and provide a written summary and recommendations.
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Expert legal advice
Get answers to all your questions about copyright, free speech, business disputes, and more.
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Indispensable legal resources
Expand your knowledge with our library of legal references and webinar recordings.
The Authors Guild has served its members for decades by offering a range of legal services. We’ll review your domestic publishing contracts line-by-line, recommend specific changes, additions, and deletions, and give you negotiation tips to help you secure the best deal possible. We’ll also answer your questions about copyright and help out if you find yourself in a business dispute.
What We Help With
Copyright Advice
Get answers to all your questions about U.S. copyright requirements and protection.
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