Not a lawyer.
A first line of defense.
How it works:
You send the contract. We review and clarify obligations, restrictions, and risks, then walk through any questions together.
Ideal for:
Writers, creatives, founders, small business owners, and anyone receiving a contract they don’t fully understand.
Get clarity before you sign. Reach out to start.
Not sure which idea to focus on or what your next move should be? Wondering how your creative work fits into a bigger plan?
Are you ready to move forward with intention instead of guesswork?
Do you know what you actually own and where you might be exposed? Are you collaborating or publishing without full clarity on structure or rights?
Are you ready to understand the risks before they turn into real problems?
Did an opportunity come up and you’re not sure how to respond? Are you deciding whether to say yes, no, or not yet?
Do you want to understand what that decision actually means before you commit?
Then you’ve found the right place.
Let us help you make your dreams come true.
Our Consulting Business Servies
Lane & Law offers consulting for creatives and small businesses navigating the space between art, business, and long-term sustainability.
Creative Business Strategy & Direction
Clarify your goals and direction
Identify where you are in the process and what actually comes next
Align creative ambitions with realistic business paths
Avoid common missteps that stall momentum early on
We grow together.
Think of this as strategic guidance for people building something real, not abstract career advice. A career coach, but for your business.
Structure, Ownership, & Risk Awareness
Understand how your work is currently structured
Identify gaps in ownership, rights, or operational setup
Assess risks before they turn into problems
Make intentional decisions about how your work lives in the world
Mind the gaps.
This is about awareness, not fear. Knowing where flaws may hide helps you move with confidence.
Opportunity & Decision Support
Think through opportunities before committing
Weigh tradeoffs without pressure
Understand what a decision means beyond the immediate moment
Choose paths that support long-term creative and business health
Clarity before commitment.
This is consulting for moments when you need clarity, not just instinct.
You have a problem?
We can help.
Contract Dissection
We break down contracts into clear, plain language so you understand what you’re signing, and what you’ve already signed.
Clause-Level Risk Review
Drawing from audit and risk advisory practice, we identify exposure, obligations, and areas of concern that may carry long-term impact.
Pre- and Post-Signing Consultation
Support before agreements are signed and after, helping you interpret active contracts and existing commitments.
Negotiation & Decision Support
We provide strategic guidance to help you approach negotiations and business decisions with clarity.
Risk-Informed Advisory
Our approach is grounded in audit work and risk advisory, bringing structure, discipline, and foresight to each review.
Creative & Small Business Focus
Designed for creatives and small businesses that need business-minded clarity without unnecessary complexity.
Lane & Law is not a law firm, but a first line of defense.
We help creatives and small businesses understand contracts, assess risk, and approach agreements with clarity before problems arise.
Contact for more info.
Lane & Law provides advisory services only and does not offer legal advice or legal representation. For formal legal counsel, we recommend consulting a licensed attorney.