Dominion Law | Entertainment, Music & Film Industry Legal Specialists

Dominion Law is a leading specialist entertainment and media law firm in New Zealand, advising artists, producers, studios and brands across music, film, television and digital media. The firm is distinguished by its focus on creative industries and its ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical commercial strategies. Its work spans rights exploitation, licensing, publishing, contract negotiations, record deals, and split of revenues, with a strong emphasis on enabling clients to realise opportunities both at home and overseas.

The practice serves individuals, boutique labels, production companies and industry bodies, helping them navigate negotiating, drafting and enforcement of agreements, rights clearances, and dispute resolution while keeping sight of commercial aims and creative aspirations. Founded in 1995 by Chris Hocquard, Dominion Law operates as a tight-knit boutique with global reach. It blends traditional commercial expertise with deep sector insight into music, film and new media, offering ancillary private-client services such as property, conveyancing, wills and trusts, and general corporate advice.

The team is notable for its pragmatic, non-conformist approach, working with clients who think differently and who demand flexible, commercially savvy legal support. The firm emphasises long-term partnerships and practical results that empower creative professionals to focus on ideas, growth and innovation rather than legal obstacles.