Eligibility & Timeline Analysis
Map out key effective dates, notice periods, and co-author implications with diligence built for legacy catalogs.
35-year copyright termination rights
Focused counsel for copyright termination rights
Orabu provides discreet, statute-driven guidance for artists, authors, and estates navigating 17 U.S.C. § 203. We translate complex contractual histories into clear reversion strategies and diligent execution.
- Statutory timelines mapped from eligibility to effective dates
- Evidence files, notices, and correspondence prepared in-house
- Commercial strategy aligned with heirs, advisors, and co-authors
Composer catalog, 1972–1980
214 works reviewed; notice calendar coordinated with heirs and publishing counsel. Negotiated revised licensing terms within nine months of reversion.
+220%royalty uplift post-termination
100%catalog retained in family trust
What we do
Specialized counsel for every stage of the reversion
Your catalog deserves more than template filings. Orabu pairs deep legal expertise with commercial stewardship so every regained work is positioned to thrive.
Notice & Filing Preparation
Draft, serve, and track termination notices that align with statutory requirements and protect your leverage.
Deal Strategy & Monetization
Structure negotiations, licensing, and publishing deals that unlock value from recaptured works on your terms.
How it works
Built to navigate complex ownership histories
From initial eligibility questions to final deal terms, the Orabu team keeps every stakeholder aligned and every deadline on track.
“Orabu translated the statute into an actionable roadmap. Our family reclaimed a beloved character and found a partner who treated the legacy with care and commercial savvy.”
— Estate representative, iconic graphic novelistDiscovery & Audit
We audit contracts, publication dates, and authorship to confirm eligibility windows and competing claims.
Termination Blueprint
Together we plan the notice strategy, recipient list, and commercial objectives behind the reversion.
Execution & Stewardship
Orabu drafts filings, coordinates service, and manages negotiations so you stay focused on the art.
Ready to evaluate your termination window?
Bring your contracts, publishing history, and questions. We’ll chart the pathway to regain control and monetize on your terms.