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[–] TheBuddha [S] ago 

Yeah, hopefully you won't need one - but if you branch out and start doing gigs and making serious money from it, it's probably time to speak with a lawyer.

Nobody ever listens to this rule - but it is a rule. My current band has both a criminal and civil lawyer already retained. It's also registered as a business and has the appropriate tax-ID. Band members are contract employees of the business.

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[–] crazy_eyes 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

Yeah. I would make it a business as well if I was going to do it seriously. As of now, it's mostly a fun pass time adventure. I did let Chris and Verle know to get it in writing. That's a first step. As of now, I really don't even know if the expense would be justified. All I know is we been invited back after one show. Which was a bit of a lark. If we got established to where we could go book shows and draw crowds like you do, I would retain a liar. But for now. Hell with that. We are simply responsible for ourselves for now.

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[–] TheBuddha [S] 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

In your shoes, I'd not actually recommend a lawyer. But, I would like it to be on your radar if things get bigger. You never know, it could blow up and you end up doing a bunch of paid gigs. You could end up being a rock star! It could happen. Many careers started late and small. So, keep your options open and be ready for things that might happen.

I'm just finishing up tomorrow's entry, as inspired by @cheeseboogersghost's comment. I am getting pretty fond of this ability to schedule posts to the site!