🖼️ Art Lawyers - Artists, Museums & Galleries
Lawyers for artists and the art world. Representing and advising talent, companies and organizations across the art world, including:
Artists
Curators
Galleries
Museums
Government Institutions
Non-Profits & Foundations
Cultural Organizations
(Miami, Florida, Puerto Rico and nationwide for select matters)
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Advising on funding structures, grants, sponsorships, and public or private opportunities. Including:
Grant and funding agreements
Compliance obligations
Donor relations
Reporting requirements
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Providing strategic counsel on:
Entity formation
Organizational governance
Board structures
Bylaws and policies
Regulatory compliance
Fiduciary responsibilities
Tax-exempt status
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Advising on the legal aspects of acquiring, commissioning, and deaccessioning works of art.
This includes:
Purchase agreements
Provenance review
Title and authenticity
Loan agreements
Donor and collector arrangements
Consignment agreements
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Supporting exhibitions, installations, and cultural programming from planning through execution.
Services include:
Exhibition agreements
Artist and curator contracts
Licensing and rights clearances
Insurance coordination
Cross-border and international exhibitions
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Helping protect and manage intellectual property related to artworks, archives, publications, and digital initiatives.
This includes:
Copyright registration
Licensing rights
Portfolio management and enforcement
Artist rights & moral rights (VARA)
Exhibition and reproduction rights
Trademark protection for brands
Digital rights (archives, websites, NFTs, virtual exhibits)
Catalogs, publications, and merchandising
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When disputes arise, representing clients in matters involving:
Contracts and collection
Ownership and IP infringement
Image and moral rights
Organization governance
Member disputes
Cultural property
Defamation
Injunctions and equitable relief
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Arts Blog
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Puerto Rico Act 60 Explained: A Quick Guide for U.S. Citizens (2026 Update)
Puerto Rico Act 60 can reduce corporate taxes to 4% and eliminate certain capital gains—but only if you meet strict residency and sourcing rules. This guide breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and how to structure it properly.
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How to Sell Your Design Work Without Losing Control of Your Rights
Selling your design doesn’t always mean giving it away. Here’s how designers can get paid and protect their rights.
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If I Buy Artwork, Do I Own the Copyright?
Buying a piece of art doesn’t mean you own the copyright. Here’s what U.S. law actually says—and how to protect your rights before signing the deal.
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Legal Rights Every Designer Should Understand Before Working With Clients
Are you a designer working with clients? Understanding copyright ownership, contracts, and rights can protect your work—and your income. Here’s what every creative professional should know.
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Can Fictional Characters Be Copyrighted? Legal Protection for Characters Explained
Can fictional characters be protected by copyright law? The answer is yes—but only if the character is sufficiently distinctive and clearly defined. In this article we explain: when and how fictional characters qualify for copyright protection. A must-read for writers, artists, and creative professionals working with intellectual property.
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Legal advice is provided through our scheduled, paid consultations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Starving Artists is a registered trademark and service of the law firm SED Law, PLLC, founded by attorney Silvino E. Díaz, Esq. We also serve as independent Of Counsel for EPGD Business Law, a Miami-based full service business law firm, recognized by Chamber’s & Partners, Super Lawyers and Florida Trend as a legal industry leader.
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We are based in Miami, FL, with remote offices in San Juan, PR.
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We are licensed to practice law Florida, Puerto Rico, and various federal matters. We provide services to nationwide and global clients on applicable areas. Feel free to ask us.
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Our services include contract drafting and negotiation, dispute resolution and litigation, intellectual property and brand protection, rights administration and monetization, business structuring, asset protection, investor and shareholder agreements, regulatory compliance, licensing and strategic legal counsel.
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We have over 10 years of experience practicing law and serving clients.
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English and Spanish.
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We have several payment arrangements, depending on our clients’ needs. We offer (1) traditional “retainer” services, for cases that require hourly attention; (2) flat fee projects, for standalone matters; (3) monthly subscription plans, for ongoing care; (4) and royalty-based commissions for music and IP rights administration.
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We work with clients at all stages of their careers or businesses — from early-stage creators and founders to award-winning artists and brands.
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We offer consultations to discuss your legal matters, identify key issues, provide you with specific insights, and determine what services you may need. All consultations are paid video calls, protected by confidentiality.
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We provide educational courses, workshops and seminars on topics such as: sales, negotiation, personal finances, and other related business topics. These are offered strictly for educational purposes and do not constitute legal, financial or other advice. We do not provide other non-legal professional services such as: accounting, bookkeeping, financial advisory, wealth planning, public relations, artist management, business management, booking agency, banking and others.
Registered trademark of the law firm SED Law, PLLC
Lawyers for artists, entertainers, and creative businesses.
Serving clients in Florida, Puerto Rico, and nationwide for select matters.