

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Legal Foundations for Screen Production
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls and Protect Your Creative WorkAbout this EventYou’re creating content for a screen production, but how do you make sure your project is legally sound and ready for success?Join Dan Muldoon, Commercial Solicitor at Carson McDowell LLP, for practical guidance on the legal essentials behind screen and broadcast production. This interactive session will cover the key building blocks to protect your work and meet industry standards, the topics covered will include:Intellectual Property (with a focus on Copyright)Ownership and Chain of TitleKey Contracts in Film &amp; BroadcastTalent and Crew AgreementsDistribution and Exploitation RightsMusic Licensing, Synchronisation and Composer ContractsFilm &amp; Broadcast FundingCompany Formation and when its requiredRegulatory Compliance for BroadcastReal-life examples of project failures due to a lack of or ineffective contractsBring your questions and gain the confidence to move your project forward, avoiding costly legal pitfalls and ensuring your content is market-ready.Please note: *The information provided at this event is for educational purposes and should not be taken as legal advice*Presenter BioDan Muldoon is a Commercial Solicitor at Carson McDowell LLP, Northern Ireland’s largest independent law firm. A first-class honours graduate of Queen’s University Belfast, Dan advises on a wide range of commercial matters including general commercial contracts, technology and innovation, intellectual property and data protection. He specialises in film and entertainment law having advised on screen productions in Northern Ireland. His work spans production contracts, rights clearance, distribution agreements, talent agreements, music licencing, film financing and general commercial support for creatives. Dan regularly delivers educational talks and workshops for aspiring and current screen industry professionals, helping filmmakers and contributors understand key legal issues, protect their work, and build sustainable careers in the screen sector.Firm BioCarson McDowell is the largest independent law firm in Northern Ireland. Headquartered in Belfast, with offices in Dublin, the firm employs over 230 staff, including 136 solicitors, and is led by a team of 46 partners. As a full-service law firm, we cater to all our clients' needs, regardless of complexity. Our expertise has been built over many years and spans more than 29 distinct practice areas. What truly sets us apart is our unrivalled strength in key industry sectors, including creative, energy and renewables, technology, transport, manufacturing, and education, among others. Our lawyers have actively participated in numerous significant transactions and legal cases, serving regional, national, and international clients who rely on our expertise. Recently we were honoured to be the first Northern Ireland- based law firm included in the Belfast Telegraph’s Top 100 Northern Ireland Companies list and to receive a Highly Commended recognition in the Regional Offshore Law Firm of the Year category at the Legal Business Awards in London.For more than ten years, Carson McDowell has maintained its top position in two prestigious legal industry guides: Chambers UK and The Legal 500, surpassing all competitors in Northern Ireland. The Legal 500 research team recognises the firm for consistently achieving exceptional client satisfaction scores. Additionally, Chambers UK, described Carson McDowell as "a powerhouse of a team", which was reinforced by the firm winning the Corporate Law Firm of the Year accolade at the Insider Dealmaker Awards. These impressive accolades demonstrate our market-leading capabilities and expertise. For more information on Carson McDowell, visit www.carson-mcdowell.com or follow us on LinekdIn at www.linkedin.com/company/carson-mcdowell/
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Belfast
- **state**: NI
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Queen’s Film Theatre
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- **full address**: Queen’s Film Theatre, 20 University Square, Belfast, United Kingdom

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  - **A:** Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm
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