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Geißler Legal - Law Firm for Compliance & Social Media Law
Lawyer Influencer & Social Media Law in Germany's media capital Cologne
Compliance-focused legal advice for your business activities - personal, cross-border, cost-efficient.
TikTok, Facebook and Instagram are the stages that make visible and successful
Are you an artist and have signed contracts with clauses that have turned out to be unfavorable? Are you a media entrepreneur and interested in protecting your intellectual property? Or are you an event organizer or manager and want clearly formulated conditions for marketing rights to images, songs and your remuneration?
As a contract lawyer and IP lawyer in the field of social media and influencer marketing, I offer comprehensive legal support for all actors on social media.
Customer testimonials
Client satisfaction is the top priority for Geißler Legal
I had a complicated contract case that was very stressful for me. Fortunately, this lawyer was recommended to me and I can only say that he more than exceeded my expectations!
Right from the start, he analyzed the situation precisely and explained my options to me in an understandable way. His expertise in contract law was impressive, but what really set him apart was his strategy and commitment. He not only recognized the weak points in the contract, but also developed a negotiation strategy that ultimately resulted in the best outcome for me.
Thanks to his clear communication and negotiating skills, the case was resolved faster and more successfully than I could ever have imagined. I particularly appreciate the fact that he always had an open ear for my questions and made me feel that I was in good hands.
I can recommend this lawyer to anyone who is looking for someone who is not only legally brilliant, but who also really stands up for his clients. Absolutely top!
Right from the start, he analyzed the situation precisely and explained my options to me in an understandable way. His expertise in contract law was impressive, but what really set him apart was his strategy and commitment. He not only recognized the weak points in the contract, but also developed a negotiation strategy that ultimately resulted in the best outcome for me.
Thanks to his clear communication and negotiating skills, the case was resolved faster and more successfully than I could ever have imagined. I particularly appreciate the fact that he always had an open ear for my questions and made me feel that I was in good hands.
I can recommend this lawyer to anyone who is looking for someone who is not only legally brilliant, but who also really stands up for his clients. Absolutely top!
Michelle Thiebach
Services for influencers, musicians, artists and social media stars
1. Contract design and review
- Preparation and review of cooperation agreements with brands and agencies, clients and management
- Examination of the effectiveness of clauses, in particular to protect IP and copyright
- commission clauses
- remuneration clauses
- marketing and IP clauses
- exclusivity clauses
- contract term clauses
- choice of law and jurisdiction clauses
2. Advertising labeling and compliance
- Advice on the correct labeling of advertising content
- Support in the defense and formulation of warnings
- Importance of Codes of Conduct
3. Account management and personal rights
- Help with disputes with platform operators, account blocking and post deletions
- Protection of your fundamentally protected general personality rights (APR) against false allegations and defamatory statements
4. Trademark and copyright (intellectual property)
- Registration and Protection of Trademarks
- Advice on copyright issues in content creation
- Creator Principle and its Compensation
Additional services for management of social media stars:
1. Strategic legal advice
- Development of legally secure business models for influencers
- Advice on legal aspects of the career development of social media stars
2. Contract management
- preparation and review of management contracts
- Development of contract templates for various forms of cooperation
3. Legal training
- Workshops on current legal developments in influencer marketing
- Training for management teams on legal pitfalls in the social media sector
4. Crisis management and reputation protection
- Legal strategies to protect the reputation of influencers
- Advice on legal crises and scandals
5. International legal advice
- Support in legally compliant expansion into international markets
- Advice on country-specific legal requirements for influencer activities
6. Data protection and GDPR compliance
- Development of data protection concepts for influencer platforms
- Advice on GDPR-compliant use of customer data
7. Licensing and Merchandising
- Legal support in the development of merchandise products
- Creation of license agreements for the use of the influencer brand
My approach:
- Individual advice tailored to the specific needs of influencers and their management
- Proactive risk analysis to avoid legal pitfalls
- Clear and understandable communication of complex legal issues
- Fast response to acute legal problems
Your advantages:
- Legal certainty for influencer activities and management processes
- Professional contract design for fair and secure cooperation
- Protecting the brand and online presence of social media stars
- Minimizing legal risks in the dynamic social media environment
- Support in the long-term career planning and security of influencers
- Let's discuss your individual requirements in a personal meeting. I look forward to supporting you and your management team in the legally compliant design and further development of your influencer careers.
Make an inquiry now
We will be happy to advise you comprehensively and personally on your concerns.
Prices & Conditions
We offer all services on the basis of:
- the statutory fee schedule for lawyers (RVG) or
- an attractive flat rate (with a clearly defined number of hours) or
- after a competitive hourly rate agreement
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