Festival Law 2022

Agenda / Content Covered

2:00 - 3:30, Matthew B. Wenzlau

1. The Lasting Effects of the COVID Pandemic on the Events Industry
2. Entity Choice and Formation Documents
3. Initial Permits, Licenses, Releases and Waivers
4. IP Issues, Trademark Use vs. Press, Publicity, and Privacy Rights
5. Sponsorship and Vendor Contracts
6. Construction and Crew Agreements
7. Artist Agreements and Riders
8. Tickets and Cancellations
9. Employment Law Issues
10. Insurance, Safety and Security, Injuries, and the Duty of Care at a Music Festival
11. Law Enforcement Issues, Consumer Rights Issues

Accreditation Details:

Matthew B Wenzlau is the founder of the WSE Firm, PLLC located in Nashville, Tennessee and Scottsdale, Arizona. For over 20 years, he has worked in the music, film, entertainment, and privacy/data industries. Mr. Wenzlau's body of work includes securitization, funding, and distribution for multi-million dollar motion pictures; production counsel/producer for feature-length films and television shows; and general counsel for Grammy award winning music artists, film stars, influencers, and a diverse array of celebrities. From a business perspective, he frequently handles multiple vendor, distributor, and supply-chain arrangements, which businesses can leverage into their daily operations. Mr. Wenzlau represents clients in private disputes, arbitrations, and negotiations involving entertainment-related matters. His practice also includes legal and branding matters involving federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, including the USPTO, United States Copyright Office, and the SEC. Mr. Wenzlau is a long-time member of the Recording Academy, Gospel Music Association, and the Country Music Association. He earned his B.A. degree from Baylor University, his J.D. degree from Regent University School of Law, and his M.B.A. degree from Arizona State University. Mr. Wenzlau is a member of the Arizona bar and the Tennessee bar; and is admitted to practice before the Federal District Court of Arizona and the United States Tax Court.