If you're a lawyer looking to work with up-and-coming new media ventures, join us.
Online publishers and creators of digital media who innovate, create, and inform.
Lawyers offering their expertise in media law, intellectual property, and business advising.
The web, it is often said, has lowered the barriers to entry in the publishing and journalism worlds. And that's true, but for one exception: legal services. There, start-ups, bloggers and stand alone journalists are at a disadvantage compared to Big Media. This network is trying to level the playing field for independent online producers. That's why it matters. That's why I support it.
- Jay Rosen, professor of journalism at NYU
The network is the right idea at the right time.
- Peter C. Canfield, Dow Lohnes PLLC
Liberty is fragile, weak, and heals slowly. She needs strong bodyguards. OMLN is a phalanx of lawyers committed to ensuring that the forces of censorship do not lay a hand on her. I was humbled and honored to be allowed to be a part of it.
- Marc Randazza, First Amendment lawyer
It's really important that new and innovative news organizations have access to the kinds of legal services OMLN is providing. A key part of our mission is working to ensure free access to public meetings and records, and that's impossible to do without great lawyers at your side.
- Geoff Dougherty, Chicago Current
OMLN provides a structure to address the legal needs of journalists working in a rapidly-changing industry. The availability of high-quality pro bono assistance will ensure that the standards, protections and values associated with traditional journalism remain constant in the face of technological innovation. Faegre & Benson is excited to be part of this ambitious initiative.
- Dianne Heins, Faegre & Benson LLP
There are a lot of things that take up my attention in running Spot.Us. We are building a nonprofit news organization from the ground up. It's a relief and boon that the legal questions and concerns I have can be tackled by OMLN.
- David Cohn, Spot.Us
OMLN makes legal representation a reality for publishers and creators of digital media who wouldn’t otherwise have access to expert legal counsel. As a law firm that prides itself on supporting creative entrepreneurs and innovative business organizations, Saper Law is proud to be a member of the OMLN network.
- Daliah Saper, Saper Law Offices, LLC