Copyright Law: Core federal legislation including U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C.), Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), and Music Modernization Act (MMA). Covers copyright protection terms and registration requirements.

Contract Law: State-specific contract laws, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), and Statute of Frauds requirements that govern the formation and enforcement of publishing agreements.

Music Industry Regulations: Regulations governing Performance Rights Organizations (PROs), mechanical licensing requirements, and sync licensing considerations specific to the music publishing industry.

Royalty and Payment Regulations: IRS regulations for royalty payments, state tax implications, and international royalty considerations that affect payment structures and reporting.

Antitrust Laws: Federal regulations including Sherman Antitrust Act, Clayton Act, and Federal Trade Commission regulations to ensure fair competition and prevent monopolistic practices.

Rights Management: Legal framework governing various rights including performing rights, mechanical rights, synchronization rights, and digital rights in music publishing.

State-Specific Publishing Laws: Specific state laws affecting music publishing, particularly relevant in states with significant music industry presence such as California, New York, and Tennessee.

International Treaties: International copyright agreements including Berne Convention, WIPO Copyright Treaty, and Universal Copyright Convention for international music exploitation.

Privacy Laws: State and federal privacy regulations that may affect the handling of personal information in publishing agreements.

Labor Laws: Regulations concerning work for hire provisions and independent contractor relationships in the context of music publishing.