WHO IS RYAN SCHMIDT, ESQ.? 
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Ryan Schmidt, Esq. is a nationally acclaimed music lawyer and one of the industry’s most trusted voices on artists’ rights in the age of AI. His insights have been featured in The Washington Post, CBS Mornings, the LA Times, and widely cited across major media. 

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As an artist turned entertainment attorney, Ryan specializes in music law with a focus on record deals, catalog sales, publishing agreements, copyright disputes, and artist advocacy. He blends firsthand industry experience with legal training to protect creatives at every stage of their careers.