Helping artists tell their stories… Their way.
Donaldson Callif Perez is a law firm that represents independent producers of film, television, and web-based content. We are focused not only on financing, production, and distribution, but are also renowned for clearance and intellectual property work, especially in the area of fair use. With over 35 years as an entertainment attorney, Michael and his firm have become a leader in the world of independent production.
Recent News
- Click here to see a list of our clients’ soon-to-be-released works!Upcoming releases include Sylvestor Stallone biopic SLY and Matthew Heineman’s AMERICAN SYMPHONY. Check out the full list below! Full story
- DCP Authors Amicus Brief Regarding Interpretation of the Fair Use Doctrine in Recent Tiger King CaseDonaldson Callif Perez LLP (“DCP”), the UCI IP, Arts and Technology Law Clinic led by Jack Lerner, and attorney Rom Bar-Nissim of Heah Bar-Nissim, recently filed a brief on behalf… Full story
- Lisa Callif, Chris Perez, Dale Nelson, and Michael Donaldson Recognized in Variety’s Legal Impact ReportThe firm is honored to announce that Lisa Callif, Chris Perez, Dale Nelson, and Michael Donaldson have been named by Variety to its 2024 “Legal Impact Report,” an esteemed annual… Full story