Best known for its experience in the audiovisual sector, Murta Goyanes Advogados 'continues to be a reference in meeting demands related to the production and distribution of films for the cinema and streaming segments in Brazil'. The team is well positioned to handle a wide range of media-related mandates, such as the acquisition of adaptation rights and music catalogues, development and production issues, and litigation, the latter of which is a key strength for the firm. Disputes concerning the ownership of media, image rights and suspension requests feature heavily on its caseload. Practice head Marcelo Goyanes represents local and international clients in complex media and entertainment disputes, while João Marcos Gebara handles litigation and media-related contractual issues. Co-head Tatiana Suschko advises on IP, advertising and consumer protection matters. Antonio Murta and Luiza Duarte Pereira also co-lead the team.
Testimonials
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‘It is an firm that, despite already being reasonably large, still maintains personalised service. The team of lawyers is excellent and closely monitored by Marcelo Goyanes who is also always available if necessary. We've been working together for over 10 years, without ever having any problems, and we've had complicated situations on our hands.’
‘Murta Goyanes continues to be a reference in meeting demands related to the production and distribution of films for the cinema and streaming segments in Brazil, including the use of incentivised resources.’
Key clients
- Lata Filmes
- Moovie Conteúdo e Entretenimento
Work highlights
- Advising Warner Music Brasil on a lawsuit to enforce a 360 deal signed with MC Kevinho.
- Representing Netflix and two production companies in a lawsuit filed by the heirs of a historical Brazilian figure nicknamed Lampião seeking the disclosure of documents related to the funding and profits of the show called "Cangaceiro do Futuro".