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WHO IS RYAN SCHMIDT, ESQ.?

Before practicing law, Ryan worked as a recording and touring artist, navigating the same contracts and career-defining decisions his clients face today. He went on to became the lawyer he wished he had as an artist, building a law practice grounded in transparency, practical strategy, and client empowerment.

 

Today, Ryan advises artists, producers, songwriters, and music companies nationwide at crucial moments where ownership, control, and future royalties are on the line. Clients work with him not just to close deals, but to understand their long-term consequences.

RYAN SCHMIDT, ESQ. is a U.S. music lawyer and deal strategist advising artists, songwriters, producers, and music companies in record deals, publishing agreements, high-stakes catalog transactions, and complex ownership and royalty negotiations.

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PRACTICE AREAS

Clients work with Ryan Schmidt at the most pivotal moments of their music careers, including:

PRACTICE AREAS

Signing or renegotiating

a record or distribution deal

Selling or acquiring

music catalogs

Enforcing rights in disputes

involving AI, infringement, or royalties

Securing ownership through

copyright and trademark strategy

Structuring publishing and songwriting agreements

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READY TO WORK TOGETHER?

Confidential. Fast response. No hidden fees.

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For more info, inquiries, and to work with Ryan: hello@ryanschmidt.esq
 

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