Social Media Marketing Lawyers for South Dakota
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August 23, 2025
Alexander C.
I am a solo practitioner that runs my own legal practice. I am currently licensed in 16 states and I'm working to expand that reach.
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Brad H.
Brad is a business attorney with experience helping startup and growing companies in a variety of industries. He has served as general counsel for innovative companies and has developed a broad knowledge base that allows for a complete understanding of business needs.
"Great job from Brad. I will definitely contact him again if I need help again."
Matthew R.
I am an attorney located in Denver, Colorado with 13 years of experience working with individuals and businesses of all sizes. My primary areas of practice are general corporate/business law, real estate, commercial transactions and agreements, and M&A. I strive to provide exceptional representation at a reasonable price.
"Matthew was incredibly fast with his communication and work. Thank you for the help."
Octavia P.
I am a business law attorney with over 15 years’ experience and a strong background in information technology. I am a graduate of the University of California Berkeley, a member of the Illinois bar, New York bar and a licensed lawyer (Solicitor) of England and Wales. I actively partner directly with my clients or indirectly, as Of Counsel, to boutique law firms to streamline business practices and manage legal risks by focusing on essentials such as - business contracts, corporate structure, employment/independent contractor agreements, website terms and policies, IP, technology, and commercial related agreements as well as business risk and compliance guidance.
"Octavia P. is very responsive and knowledgeable. She was able to make changes for me in less than a day, and was able to make adjustments and changes as needed."
Dani E.
Dani is a trusted legal professional with expertise in contracts and corporate legal operations. Dani supports customers in reviewing and negotiating both buy and sell side agreements, including but not limited to Master Services Agreements, Licensing Agreements, SaaS Agreements, Supply Agreements, Commercial Contracts, Healthcare Contracts, IT Contracts, Vendor Contracts and Non-Disclosure Agreements. She also assists with negotiation strategy, contract lifecycle, privacy issues, legal policy setting, process improvement, corporate governance, force majeure clauses and template harmonization and playbook development. Dani has proven success drafting, negotiating and advising executive leadership on contracts to drive outcomes in line with defined strategic objectives. Dani is based in Georgia and holds a law degree from Western Michigan University’s Cooley Law School.
November 6, 2020
Christopher S.
Chris Sawan is a JD/CPA who practices in the area of business law, contracts and franchising in the State of Ohio.
November 23, 2020
Elizabeth C.
As an experienced contracts professional, I offer an affordable method to have your contracts reviewed! With my review of your contract, you can understand and reduce risks, negotiate better terms, and be your own advocate. I am an Attorney, Board Member, and Freelance Writer with a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, in Film, Television and Theatre (“FTT”) from The University of Notre Dame. I was awarded The Catherine Hicks Award for outstanding work in FTT as voted on by the faculty. I graduated, cum laude, from Quinnipiac University School of Law, where I earned several awards for academics and for my work in the Mock Trial and Moot Court Honor Societies. Additionally, in my career, I have had much success as an in-house Corporate Attorney with a broad range of generalist experience and experience in handling a wide variety of legal matters of moderate to high exposure and complexity. My main focus in my legal career has been contract drafting, review, and negotiation. I also have a background in real estate, hospitality, sales, and sports and entertainment, among other things.
January 20, 2021
Elizabeth R.
Elizabeth is an experienced attorney with a demonstrated history of handling transactional legal matters for a wide range of small businesses and entrepreneurs, with a distinct understanding of dental and medical practices. Elizabeth also earned a BBA in Accounting, giving her unique perspective about the financial considerations her clients encounter regularly while navigating the legal and business environments. Elizabeth is highly responsive, personable and has great attention to detail. She is also fluent in Spanish.
Abby V.
Abby is an attorney and public policy specialist who has fused together her experience as an advocate, education in economics and public health, and passion for working with animals to create healthier communities for people and animals alike. At Opening Doors PLLC, she helps housing providers ensure the integrity of animal accommodation requests, comply with fair housing requirements, and implement safer pet policies. Abby also assists residents with their pet-related housing problems and works with community stakeholders to increase housing stability in underserved communities. She is a nationally-recognized expert in animal accommodation laws and her work has been featured in The Washington Post, USA Today, Bloomberg, and Cosmopolitan magazine.
January 4, 2021
Matan S.
Matan is an experienced M&A, corporate, tax and real estate attorney advising closely held businesses, technology start ups, service businesses, and manufacturers in purchases, sales, and other exit strategies. Matan works with founders and first-and-second generation owners to strategically transition businesses.
Sean D.
Accomplished and results-driven business attorney with extensive experience in commercial real estate / project finance, commercial transactions, and entity formations, that possesses a winning blend of subject matter expertise, skill in client relationship management, and practical experience. Leverages a unique mix of legal, strategic, and analytical expertise that consistently meets and surpasses client expectations. Specialties: Commercial Real Estate Law, Contract Negotiation, Entity Formation, Joint Ventures, Procurement, Lease/Buy/Sell Transactions, Business Consultations, Team Leadership, and Economic Development
February 8, 2021
Jonathan D.
Miami-based duly licensed attorney and customs broker with significant experience in various types of supply chain business agreements, as well as experience in entertainment law.
Social Media Marketing Legal Questions and Answers
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I am a small business owner looking to hire a social media marketing agency to handle my company's online presence, but I'm unfamiliar with the legal aspects of social media marketing agreements. I want to ensure that the agreement covers all necessary terms and protects my business's interests, such as ownership of content, confidentiality, and termination rights, so I need guidance from a lawyer who specializes in this area.
Randy M.
If you're hiring an agency to handle your social media, your contract should do more than just list services. It should protect your business. Below are the key sections to focus on, why they matter, and how to make sure the agreement works in your favor. Scope of Services Be clear on what you're actually paying for. "Manage social media" is too vague. Instead, ask for specifics. For example: "Agency will create 12 Instagram posts, 4 video reels, and 1 monthly performance report." If the contract includes paid advertising, split the ad spend from the agency’s fees. Set a limit on how much the agency can spend without getting your approval in writing. This keeps you in control and avoids unexpected charges. Content Ownership and Intellectual Property Everything the agency creates for your brand (images, videos, captions, even the working files) should be yours once it’s paid for. Ask for a "work made for hire" clause and a backup assignment of rights. It's okay if the agency keeps ownership of its own templates or tools, but you should have a forever license to use anything they include in your content. Also, they should be responsible for making sure any music, stock photos, or fonts are legally licensed, and they should cover you if anything they use causes legal trouble. Account Access and Control Make sure your business always owns its social media accounts. The agency can be added as a user, but you should stay the account owner. At the end of the relationship, the contract should require them to return or export all data, ad accounts, passwords, and analytics. This prevents them from locking you out later. Confidentiality and Data Protection Your agreement should include a two-way confidentiality clause that protects sensitive business info like customer data, ad strategy, and performance reports. This protection should last even after the contract ends, usually for two to five years. If your business handles personal data from California or the EU, the agency should agree to follow privacy laws like the CCPA and GDPR. Termination Your contract should give you two clear ways out: (1) a termination for cause that lets either side end the agreement if the other party breaches it and doesn’t fix the issue within a set time (usually 10 to 30 days), and (2) a termination for convenience that lets you walk away for any reason, typically with 30 days’ written notice. Payment and Expenses Spell out how much you're paying, when payments are due, and what’s included. A flat monthly retainer is common. Ad spend should be billed separately and backed by receipts. If other costs come up (like influencer fees or stock photos) make sure the contract says who covers them. It’s also fair for the agency to charge late fees or pause work if they haven’t been paid after a certain number of days. Liability and Risk Management The agency should protect you if something goes wrong on their end, like using copyrighted material without permission or running ads that break the rules. For bigger contracts, ask them to carry liability insurance. Most agencies will want to limit how much they’re on the hook for, usually just the amount you’ve paid them. That’s standard, but you can ask for exceptions when it comes to things like confidentiality breaches or intentional wrongdoing. Also, include a clause that says if a PR crisis hits, they’ll notify you right away and stop posting until you give the green light. Compliance with Laws and Platform Rules The agency should agree to follow all advertising laws, platform rules, and FTC guidelines. If they’re working with influencers, the contract should require proper disclosures like “#ad” or “sponsored.” This keeps your brand out of legal trouble and makes the agency responsible if something slips through. Independent Contractor Status Make it clear that the agency isn’t your employee. This keeps you protected from tax issues and makes it clear they’re responsible for their own team, benefits, and taxes. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law Pick your home state’s laws to govern the agreement. It’s smart to require a step like mediation before either party can sue. It can save a lot of time and money if a disagreement comes up. Sample Clauses You Can Use: Ownership Clause: “All content, graphics, videos, captions, and advertising materials created by Agency for Client shall be deemed works made for hire. To the extent any such materials do not qualify as works made for hire, Agency hereby assigns all right, title, and interest in such materials to Client upon full payment.” Termination Clause: “Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon 30 days’ written notice. Upon termination, Agency shall deliver to Client all content, data, credentials, and materials created or maintained on Client’s behalf within 5 business days.” The Final Analysis Whether you need a quick contract review or full legal support, Contracts Counsel’s experienced lawyers are ready to guide you every step of the way. They’ll make sure your business is protected and your social media marketing partnership starts on solid legal ground.
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