The use of Michigan’s Production Incentive refundable tax credit program (visit the Michigan Film Office’s website for detailed information) makes the financing of entertainment industry projects based in Michigan easier, even in the context of the recent economic downturn. Soft money is key to both independent and studio-produced content, and Clark Hill’s Entertainment Industry team actively Michigan lenders in collateralizing the state’s tax credits. As Michigan’s financial services providers increase their involvement in the entertainment industry, Clark Hill’s clients benefit from our high standards for providing the legal services necessary to make these transactions happen.

Michigan’s generous incentives for productions have attracted producers from all over the world, and Clark Hill frequently consults with non-local producers to provide value-added services that make producing in Michigan easier and more efficient. Because fees paid to Clark Hill attorneys working in Michigan can qualify as direct production expenditures for approved productions, producers retain the firm to meet all of their legal needs while they are in the state. 

Clark Hill’s Entertainment Industry Team maintains a database of entertainment industry projects that provide opportunities for financing parties and producers to connect. If you are producing a project in Michigan or are a debt or equity financier, contact us today to see how we can help.