This CLE program takes a practical, problem-solving approach to the legal challenges that arise when comic book properties expand into film, television, and consumer product licensing. Through real-world scenarios and guided exercises, participants will work through common points of failure in licensing deals, including ambiguous rights grants, inconsistent approval provisions, gaps in the chain of title, misaligned royalty structures, and brand protection constraints.

The program focuses on identifying and avoiding the contractual vulnerabilities that frequently disrupt adaptation and merchandising opportunities. Attendees will examine how these issues arise in current industry practice and, more importantly, how to address them through precise drafting, thoughtful deal structuring, and proactive risk allocation.

Emphasis is placed on developing clear, enforceable agreements that align stakeholder expectations while preserving long-term value across multiple exploitation channels. By the end of the session, participants will have a practical toolkit for identifying and mitigating licensing risks, enabling them to more effectively advise clients and negotiate agreements in an increasingly complex cross-media landscape.