Modelling

Entertainment lawyers in Melbourne

Navigating the modelling industry requires more than talent and creativity—it demands a thorough understanding of contracts, intellectual property, and legal protections.

At Sanicki Lawyers, we understand the complexities of the modelling industry and provide personalised, results-driven legal support to help you thrive in this competitive field. Contact us today to explore how we can support your success.

For agencies

Modelling agencies benefit from our legal expertise in drafting and negotiating agreements, resolving disputes, and managing compliance with employment laws and industry regulations. We assist in structuring contracts that protect your agency while fostering strong relationships with clients and talent.

For models

In an industry where your own image is your brand and income, it can be easy to undervalue your worth and enter agreements that take advantage of you – particularly early in your career.

Our team is committed to protecting your interests while empowering your career. For individual models, we offer comprehensive contract reviews to ensure fair terms in agreements with agencies, clients, and brands. Whether you’re negotiating an endorsement deal, licensing your image, or securing work internationally, we help safeguard your rights and maximise your earning potential.

Modelling and intellectual property

We also specialise in intellectual property matters, ensuring that your likeness, branding, and creative assets are protected from unauthorised use. If conflicts arise, we provide skilled representation in litigation, mediation, or arbitration.

Testimonials

The Sanicki Lawyers team make you feel so welcome, and explain fully costs and processes. It’s so comforting to be able to approach these guys and feel confident with what they do.

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— Gina C

Couldn’t have had a better experience. These guys are warm and efficient. Best!

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— Harry F

As the Group Commercial Manager for the Salvation Army Australia, I have used Sanicki Lawyers to assist me with commercial contracts and have found their advice, highly professional, commercially astute and legally sound.  I have no hesitation in recommending them to assist you in any commercial transaction.

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— Robert J

Chelsea, Darren and the broader team at Sanicki Lawyers are an integral part of our business… It’s a bonus that they’re incredible to work with. We can’t recommend them highly enough – and wouldn’t trust anyone else with our contracts or business requirements

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— Giorgio M

Exceptional service from Sanicki Lawyers. I would never hesitate to recommend the team, and will certainly use their firm again for my business.

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— Julia N

Sanicki Lawyers have been incredible to work with. They’re professional, approachable, and really know their stuff. The team made everything easy to understand and were always quick to respond. You can tell they genuinely care about their clients. Highly recommend them for anyone needing solid legal support.

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— Brandon W

By having a Sanicki lawyer involved I feel peace of mind knowing the deal has every chance of coming to fruition. I can honestly say that Darren, along with his wonderful team, have saved deals for me on several occasions. Sanicki’s end to end service makes my business life much less stressful.

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— Steve P

I engaged Terence and Grace after I was defrauded a significant sum of money. Being a victim of cyber fraud is extremely stressful and confronting. Thanks to them I felt an instant sense of relief when they took on my case and achieved a successful outcome within a short period of time. Terence and Grace were extremely knowledgeable in their case law and knew the strategic steps to take, to help me recover both my lost funds and interest. I can’t thank them enough for their professionalism and empathy they displayed to me, to achieve this extraordinary result. I am eternally grateful.

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— George S

I couldn’t be more impressed with the exceptional service provided. The quality of work was outstanding, and any amendments I requested were handled with professionalism and efficiency. Communication was seamless—emails were always responded to promptly, which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I engaged them for commercial legal matters, and both Chelsea and Natasha delivered beyond expectations. Highly recommended!

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— James T

Darren has an excellent team of friendly and accessible people who are both efficient and practical. I trust Darren and his team to deliver for my clients at the most crucial stage of their transaction.

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— Ian A

We offer

Contract Review and Negotiation

Agency representation agreements, endorsement and sponsorship deals, licensing and usage rights agreements

Intellectual Property Protection

Image and likeness rights, trade mark registration and enforcement, copyright infringement claims

Dispute resolution

Mediation and arbitration services, litigation for contract disputes or IP violations, resolving conflicts between models, agencies, and clients

Regulatory compliance

Employment and contractor law compliance for agencies, guidance on international modelling contracts and visas, adherence to advertising and marketing regulations

Talent representation support

Protecting models’ rights in multi-party agreements, ensuring fair compensation and working conditions, advising on exclusivity and non-compete clauses

Enquire with our commercial litigation lawyers in Melbourne