About Dan

Market-leading music and entertainment law expertise.

We understand that music and entertainment isn’t just a profession; it’s a way of life. Whether you’re an up and coming artist or a seasoned industry vet, having the right legal expert in your corner is essential to helping you navigate and win in these fast-transforming industries.

Dan Chisholm is one of New Zealand’s leading music and entertainment law specialists. He represents some of the best and brightest artists, labels and businesses in the industry in both New Zealand and Australia.

Whether you need simple advice or a major deal, Dan’s strategic, practical, and results-driven approach empowers you with commercially-smart solutions to achieve your goals.

Dan isn’t only a leading music and entertainment lawyer. What sets him apart is that he was also a musician himself, so he really understands how the industry works. With his wealth of first-hand knowledge and experience, Dan offers special insight into the issues his clients face and their commercial opportunities.

As our client, you’ll feel empowered to take opportunities with confidence. We ensure that your rights are always protected, and we explain legal matters in straightforward language, without any confusing jargon. Our unwavering objective is to achieve the best commercial outcomes for our clients.

As a musician, Dan has performed alongside well-known artists like The Who, Counting Crows, The Cranberries, G Love, Arrested Development, The Black Seeds, Ziggy Marley, Eskimo Joe, Paul Kelly, Jimmy Barnes and You Am I. His music has featured in films and TV shows including Suits, Hawaii Five-0, Offspring, Down to Earth, Winners & Losers, Dog, Supernatural, Impostors and Matching Jack.

Dan is a Senior Associate at Mortlock McCormack Law, where he has a strong track record across music, entertainment and commercial law.

Contact Dan today for a free, no obligation initial discussion about how he can help you achieve your goals.