Dan Chisholm
Music & Entertainment Lawyer
New Zealand & Australia
Safeguarding your vision & maximising the commercial potential of your work.
About Dan
Dan Chisholm is one of New Zealand’s leading music and entertainment law experts. He represents some of New Zealand and Australia’s best and brightest music and entertainment artists, labels and businesses, empowering his clients to succeed in a complex and highly specialist area of the law.
Whether it’s simple advice or a major deal, Dan’s strategic, practical and results-driven approach will help you realise your vision and maximise the commercial potential of your work.
Dan is a Senior Associate at Mortlock McCormack Law.
Services
Music
Some of the music law services Dan offers are
Contract drafting, review and negotiation
Intellectual property protection
Business formation
Dispute resolution
Film and TV
Some of the film & TV law services Dan offers are
Contract drafting, review and negotiation
Intellectual property protection
Financing and distribution
Rights acquisition
Crew & talent issues
Production legal services
Commercial
Some of the commercial law services Dan offers are
Business formation and structuring
Contract drafting, review and negotiation
Mergers and acquisitions
Bankruptcy & restructuring
Financing and securities
Dispute resolution
What Dan’s clients say…
“I’ve worked with Dan for over 20 years now. Dan is incredibly professional, I hold him in the highest possible regard.
He’s the trusted legal representative at Lemon Tree Music and has looked after our biggest clients over the years.
Dan is clear, concise, to the point and trustworthy. He’s one of the first in the phone book to call regarding a deal or if in need of advice.”
Regan Lethbridge
Co-founder and Director of Lemon Tree Music & Lonely Lands Agency
Management company for Tones & I, Budjerah, Cat Empire & Tash Sultana
“I’ve worked with Dan Chisholm for a few years now. Having a lawyer who responds quickly all hours of the day is crucial when dealing with overseas contracts and agreements that need quick turnaround.
Dan is very thorough, reliable and always makes sure you’re protected when dealing with any contract.
I’ve been in the music industry for well over 20 years now and it’s crucial to have a lawyer that has your back when navigating through the music business.”
Demetrious Savelio
Professionally known as Savage
US Platinum & multi award winning NZ hip hop artist
“Dan is an exceptional lawyer with a deep understanding of the music industry. He is professional, reliable, and always goes above and beyond to provide his clients with the best possible service.
He has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of music law, including contract negotiation, copyright law, and intellectual property protection.
Dan is a great communicator, and he takes the time to explain complex legal concepts in a way that is easy to understand. He’s responsive and always makes himself available to answer any questions or concerns that his clients may have. He is also a skilled negotiator who is always looking out for his clients’ best interests.”
Fenella Stratton
Co-Director, Twice The Hype
Music Management & Booking Agency Management for Lee Mvtthews and Hollie Smith
Let’s chat
Get in touch for an obligation free initial phone or Zoom consultation.
Dan Chisholm is a Senior Associate specialising in music, entertainment and commercial law at Mortlock McCormack Law, a full service legal advisory firm in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Address
Level 2/299 Durham St North, Christchurch City, New Zealand
Email
Dan@mmlaw.co.nz
mortlockmccormackmusic.co.nz 