Segev LLP was one of the first Canadian law firms to recognize the unique legal needs of the video gaming industry. Our lawyers have been deeply involved in supporting the growth of North America’s vibrant video game development scene, working with studios ranging from early-stage indies to established global publishers. We advise on everything from publishing and licensing deals to IP protection, financing, employment, and compliance. With a deep understanding of both the business and creative sides of game development, and strong experience in adjacent sectors like esports, digital assets, and entertainment, we provide practical, industry-informed legal solutions tailored to the fast-evolving world of video games.
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How We Can Help You
Incorporations, corporate maintenance and minute book cleanups
Non-Disclosure and IP assignment agreements
End-user license agreements, terms of service and privacy policies
Advice on legal compliance Issues (including relating to privacy law, gambling laws, CASL and COPPA)
Employment advice and drafting of employment and consulting agreements and employee stock option plans
Advice on and drafting of financing documents including subscription agreements, SAFEs and convertible notes
Shareholders’ agreements
Player services and sponsorship agreements
Software development agreements
Cloud services agreements
License agreements
Publishing agreements
Revenue sharing and financing agreements
Social media influencer agreements
Securities law services, including listings on the TSX and CSE
Litigation and dispute resolution
Negotiation and drafting of office leases
Trademark registration services
Agreements relating to the sale or acquisition of a business, including share purchase and asset purchase agreements
What We Do
We assist with everything from company formation, to employment and intellectual property issues, to major corporate transactions. We are well acquainted with the space and the challenges faced by gaming studios of all sizes, which allows us to provide our video game clients with timely and effective solutions to a broad range of legal issues.
Segev LLP is also a leader in gaming and betting law, recognized by Chambers & Partners as having one of the top practices in Canada. Our U.S. and Canadian gaming and betting lawyers have experience advising on sweepstakes, contests, daily fantasy sports, real money and social games, games of skill, sports betting, casino and poker.
Our gaming and betting experience brings additional knowledge and experience to our video game work. We are well acquainted with challenges faced by gaming studios and publishers of all sizes. This allows us to provide our video game clients with informed and effective solutions to a broad range of legal issues. As gamers ourselves we bring a sincere enthusiasm and passion to our gaming legal work.
Here are some projects we worked on.
Webinar: Alberta iGaming After Launch: Compliance, Player Protection, and What Comes Next?
Webinar: Alberta iGaming After Launch: Compliance, Player Protection, and What Comes Next?
Lexology In-Depth – Gambling Law: Canada
Lexology In-Depth – Gambling Law: Canada
Alberta’s Emerging iGaming Framework
Alberta’s Emerging iGaming Framework
The Legal 500 – Canada: Gambling Law Country Comparative Guide 2024
The Legal 500 – Canada: Gambling Law Country Comparative Guide 2024
Alpha Copper Corp. closes on its acquisition of CAVU Energy Metals Group
Alpha Copper Corp. closes on its acquisition of CAVU Energy Metals Group
New Leaf Ventures Completes Acquisition of High Profile
