Digital Creators Have Unique Legal Issues (And Lawyers Must Take Notice) featuring Jon Tobin

After working as a designer & software developer, Jon Tobin attended law school. With his creative background, he became a partner at Counsel for Creators to assist with copyrights, trademarks, licensing and other issues.

Jon Tobin, a University of California Los Angeles School of Law graduate, explains why he finished college at 28 and how audience engagement is more important than popularity.

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Digital Creators Have Unique Legal Issues (And Lawyers Must Take Notice) featuring Jon Tobin

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Digital Creators Have Unique Legal Issues (And Lawyers Must Take Notice) featuring Jon TobinDigital Creators Have Unique Legal Issues (And Lawyers Must Take Notice) featuring Jon Tobin

About This Episode

Jon Tobin is the founder and partner of Counsel for Creators, a law firm that protects the designs, creations, and intellectual property of creators. Jon left college to participate in the Dot Com boom, Jon Tobin used his design and software background to work in the tech industry. After gaining a thorough understanding of IPOs, business formation, and observing entrepreneurs, Jon Tobin decided to finish college and attend law school. Now, Jon Tobin focuses on business activities, like hiring and growing Counsel for Creators.

Listen to learn:

  • How a college dropout created a niche law firm
  • The importance of using social media to show your authenticity
  • How law school is a great foundation for entrepreneurship

We also discuss:

  • How to feel confident about opening a law firm 
  • Best career choices if you have a JD and software background
  • Why lawyers counsel their clients

Jon Tobin is licensed to practice law in California. Learn more about Jon Tobin:  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counselforcreators/

Website: https://counselforcreators.com/

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