The Creative Law Foundry™ helps you protect your work, your clients, and your legacy with attorney-drafted contract templates, smart customization tools, and on-demand legal education designed for creative entrepreneurs.
The Creative Law Foundry™ was built by practicing attorney Paige Hulse J.D. who understands how creative businesses really operate. It combines legal precision with practical tools so you can move forward confidently, no matter what stage you’re in.
Protect your work. Every clause crafted with expertise.
Get answers fast. Skip the waiting and know what to do next.
Stay compliant. We handle the updates so you stay protected.
Scale confidently. Knowing your legal foundation has you covered.
Drafted by Paige Hulse, a practicing contract litigator who’s spent years defending creative businesses just like yours.
Our step-by-step builder helps you customize your contract in 15 minutes or less — just by filling in the blanks!
Your 24/7 legal companion, trained on years of real attorney guidance — ready to answer your questions instantly.
Stay sharp with our on-demand library of attorney-led lessons covering contracts clauses, client negotiations, Intellectual Property strategy, and more.
When laws change, so do your contract templates — automatically updated in your Creative Law Foundry portal.
Using contracts from The Creative Law Shop has truly transformed my business as a photographer. I now feel a sense of peace and confidence knowing that my legal bases are covered when sending these contracts to my clients. It's made client interactions smoother and more secure, allowing me to focus on what I love most—capturing beautiful moments.
Brittany Alexandrea Rolle at Brittany Alexandrea & Co., LLC
★★★★★
If you want to properly protect yourself as a creative entrepreneur, a proper legal contract from CLS is a must purchase. I was using a googled contract with my first few clients, and when I purchased my CLS contract I realized how much I was missing/leaving out! Scary! I feel much better protected now.
Nadine Sandhu at Center Stage Design
★★★★★
Navigate contracts and tools built for real creative workflows.
Access resources that explain the “why” behind every clause.
Manage your business with legal tools that grow with you.
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Phase 1 – Foundation:
Protect your basics with essentials like client agreements, website policies, and operating documents.
Phase 2 – Growth:
Scale your operations with contractor agreements, partnership docs, and additional revenue streams.
Phase 3 – Expansion:
Safeguard your intellectual property, licensing, and collaborations as your brand and team grow.
The Creative Law Shop® makes it easy to know my business is legally protected. I'm so grateful for the ease that their products provide. I refer all of my clients to The Creative Law Shop® for all of their legal needs.
Lex Lancaster at Lex Lancaster Creative Co., LLC
★★★★★
“No 4 to 5-figure attorney fee needed.”
CLS templates enable me to confidently run my business knowing it's legally sound and my bases are covered. Each template can be customized in under minutes. They're a no-brainer!"
Kaitlyn Parker, M.A., Founder & Copywriter - Copy Uncorked
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How is the Creative Law Foundry™ different from a contract template shop?
The Foundry™ isn’t just a download—it’s a full system for building and managing your legal foundation. You get access to attorney-drafted contracts, our guided Contract Builder, and AskLex™, an AI-powered legal assistant trained on real attorney expertise. It’s everything you need to feel confident your business is protected.
What kind of businesses is this for?
The Foundry™ was built for creative entrepreneurs—designers, coaches, photographers, strategists, copywriters, and any service-based business that works with clients or collaborators. If you create, sell, or collaborate, you’ll find the tools you need here.
What happens when I cancel my membership?
You’ll keep any contracts you’ve already downloaded. Access to updates, new features, and AskLex™ continues while your membership is active. Cancel anytime from your dashboard—no penalties or hidden fees.
Do I still need a local attorney?
For most users, the Creative Law Foundry™ covers 95% of what you need day-to-day. If you’re dealing with state-specific issues or unique circumstances, we always recommend having your local attorney review your documents. The Foundry™ makes that process faster and more affordable.
Can I try it before committing long-term?
Yes! You can start with a quarterly membership for less than the cost of one contract credit and upgrade anytime. Most creatives join annually once they see how easy it is to customize contracts and get instant legal clarity.