The Top 5 Legal Mistakes Creators Make in Partnerships & Collabs

Collaborations can be a dream—or a disaster.

In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, counts down the top 5 legal mistakes creators make when teaming up, and how to prevent them.

You’ll Learn:

Why handshake deals and DMs aren’t enough

How to divide ownership, credit, and revenue fairly

Why you should plan your exit before you need one

The importance of protecting your shared brand and trademarks

Simple steps to stay professional and keep relationships intact

Takeaways:

Always get written agreements.

Define ownership, revenue, and responsibilities clearly.

Plan for the breakup before it happens.

File trademarks early to protect your brand.

Links & Resources:

Podcast Prenup™ Planning Guide: http://podcastprenup.com

Collaboration Agreement Templates: https://podcastlawforms.com

Free Sample Lesson: https://gordonfiremark.com/levelup

Full Easy Legal for Podcasters Program: https://easylegalforpodcasters.com

Disclaimer: Educational purposes only—this is not legal advice.