A Title Report is a detailed legal analysis confirming that your film, series, or project title is unique, non-infringing, and market-ready. It blends principles of trademark law, unfair competition, and entertainment clearance to identify potential conflicts with existing titles, brands, or intellectual property.
At the Law Offices of Ernest Goodman, we provide comprehensive Title Report and clearance services for films, television series, and streaming productions.
A properly prepared Title Report is the first step in protecting your project’s legal identity and ensuring that your film’s name can be safely used, marketed, and distributed worldwide.
A Title Report is a detailed legal analysis confirming that your film, series, or project title is unique, non-infringing, and market-ready.
It blends principles of trademark law, unfair competition, and entertainment clearance to identify potential conflicts with existing titles, brands, or intellectual property.
A Title Report helps prevent:
– Rejections by distributors or streamers for conflicting titles,
– Cease-and-desist claims from trademark owners, and
– Costly rebranding or re-marketing after release.
It is, in essence, the legal nameplate of your film — proof that your project’s identity belongs to you.
We prepare Title Reports in-house as part of our entertainment law and IP clearance services.
Each report is tailored to your production and includes an attorney’s review and written legal opinion.
Our process includes:
1. Trademark and Database Searches – Comprehensive review of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), WIPO, IMDb Pro, MPA Title Registry, and other international databases.
2. Cross-Media Conflict Check – Identifying potential similarities in films, TV series, books, podcasts, or games.
3. Risk Assessment – Evaluating the likelihood of confusion, dilution, or unfair competition.
4. Legal Opinion Letter – Summarizing our findings and confirming whether the title is clear for use.
By handling these reports directly, we ensure that every search is accompanied by legal context — not just raw data.
– Independent producers preparing for festivals or sales.
– Studios and production companies planning national or international release.
– Streaming content creators launching new titles on digital platforms.
– E&O insurance applicants seeking policy approval.
– Distributors and investors verifying rights before acquisition.
If your project will be marketed, streamed, or distributed publicly, you need a Title Report — and ideally, one prepared by an attorney who understands both IP law and the realities of film production.
