Art Law

Art in general has many points of contact with the legal sciences. Art law mainly answers contractual questions related to the acquisition of works of art and regulates aspects such as expert opinions and ownership. Furthermore, copyrights are also of central importance for artists and artistic creations. Insurance protection, rights of use and lending also play a role in art law. Furthermore, the protection of personality and the principles of fairness play an important role in connection with artistic freedom. Art law is relevant for art collectors, auction houses, galleries, investors, and museums, among others.

The expertise of our lawyers in the field of art law and art trade is called upon by art collectors and dealers, among others. We also advise and represent art galleries, auctioneers, trusts and foundations, architects, and public institutions. Our expertise not only covers the regulation of these target groups, but also benefits our clients in obtaining expert opinions and certificates, among other things.

We also advise on all national and international tax matters, estate planning and insurance, stolen works of art, licensing, lending works of art to museums and institutions, and the administration of art collection foundations and trusts. Furthermore, our expertise includes film and television. Among other things, we draft and negotiate copyright assignment agreements, performers' contracts as well as financing agreements and agreements for the distribution of a work. In the field of music and live performances, we also help you draft and review contracts, for example in connection with songwriting or correspondence with promoters. In doing so, diligence and transparency are always our top priority.

We advise and represent clients in all non-contentious and contentious art law matters. We will be happy to advise you individually and find an optimal solution for your initial situation. Our lawyers not only have a sound expertise based on many years of experience, but also interdisciplinary training, which enables us to look at your case from different perspectives and find the optimal solution.