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    Fast contract review, brand deal negotiation, and business formation for the athletes, creators, and entertainers you represent. Legal infrastructure that makes your job easier and your clients happier.

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    Why Agencies & Managers Partner With Us

    You negotiate the deals. We handle the legal. Together, we close faster and protect your clients better.

    Speed Up Your Deals

    24-48 hour contract turnarounds mean you don't lose deals to slow legal review. We move at the speed of your business.

    Deepen Client Relationships

    When you bring trusted legal support to your clients, you become more valuable. We make you look good.

    Protect Client Earnings

    We catch bad terms before they cost your clients money. Better contracts mean happier clients and stronger retention.

    What Your Clients Get

    Full-service legal support for athletes, creators, and entertainers—delivered fast and priced fairly.

    Brand Deal & Sponsorship Review

    Fast turnaround contract review for endorsements, sponsorships, NIL deals, and brand partnerships.

    • • Compensation structure analysis
    • • Usage rights and exclusivity review
    • • Termination and moral clause assessment
    • • Negotiation recommendations
    • • Redline markup and revision support

    $1,000 - $5,000 depending on deal size

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    Trademark & Brand Protection

    Protect your clients' names, logos, and catchphrases with federal trademark registration.

    • • Trademark search and clearance
    • • Federal trademark application filing
    • • Merchandise licensing agreements
    • • Cease-and-desist for infringement
    • • Ongoing brand monitoring

    $1,500 - $2,500 for trademark registration

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    Business Formation & Tax Planning

    Set up LLCs and S-Corps for your clients to manage income, reduce taxes, and protect assets.

    • • LLC and S-Corp formation
    • • Operating agreements
    • • Multi-state entity structuring
    • • Tax planning coordination
    • • Business bank account setup

    $1,500 - $5,000 for complete setup

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    Agent & Manager Agreements

    Draft and review your own agency agreements, management contracts, and partnership documents.

    • • Talent representation agreements
    • • Commission and fee structures
    • • Termination and sunset clauses
    • • Scope of representation definitions
    • • Industry-compliant language

    $2,000 - $5,000 for custom drafting

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    How We Work Together

    A streamlined process that keeps deals moving and keeps you in control.

    1

    Send the Contract

    Forward deals directly to us. We'll confirm receipt and provide timeline.

    2

    We Review & Advise

    Full legal review with risk assessment and negotiation recommendations.

    3

    You Negotiate

    Armed with our analysis, you handle negotiations with the brand.

    4

    Close & Sign

    We review final terms, client signs, deal closes. Everyone wins.

    Common Scenarios

    📄 "I have a brand deal that needs review by tomorrow"

    We offer rush turnarounds for time-sensitive deals. Send it over—we'll get it done.

    🏢 "My client needs an LLC before their next deal"

    We can form entities in 24-48 hours. Proper structure means cleaner contracts and tax benefits.

    ®️ "Someone is selling bootleg merch with my client's name"

    We handle trademark registration and enforcement. Cease-and-desist letters, takedowns, and licensing negotiations.

    📝 "I need to update my agency agreements"

    We draft and review management contracts, representation agreements, and commission structures.

    ABOUT JACOBS COUNSEL

    Built for the Industry

    Founder Drew Jacobs is a former Division I ACC athlete and former NFLPA-certified player agent. He understands the deals you negotiate because he's been on both sides of the table.

    We work with agents, managers, and agencies across sports, entertainment, and content creation. Our practice is built around the deals you close every day—NIL, endorsements, licensing, and talent contracts.

    Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Ohio. We serve clients nationally.

    Fast Turnarounds

    24-48 hour review for standard deals. Rush service available for time-sensitive opportunities.

    Transparent Pricing

    Flat fees for most services. Your clients know what they're paying before they engage.

    Industry Experience

    We know NIL, endorsements, and talent deals. No learning curve—we get it.

    Ready to Partner?

    Schedule a call to discuss how we can support your clients with contract review, brand protection, and business formation.

    Schedule Partnership Call →drew@jacobscounsellaw.com