Gordon Firemark

Gordon Firemark is a distinguished entertainment attorney, educator, and widely respected authority in the podcasting world, affectionately known as "The Podcast Lawyer." With a career spanning over three decades in entertainment law, Gordon has spent more than sixteen years at the leading edge of podcasting, guiding creators and businesses through the legal landscape of audio and digital media.

Gordon's journey began in theater audio and professional sound engineering, which led to a deep technical understanding of media production. After earning his law degree, he established a practice focused on the unique legal needs of creators in film, television, theater, and, notably, podcasting. Gordon was an early adopter and advocate of podcasting as both a medium and an industry, launching his own “Entertainment Law Update” podcast in 2009—now with well over 175 episodes.

A passionate educator, Gordon deeply believes in demystifying the legal process for independent creators. He has developed essential resources such as the "Easy Legal for Podcasters" course and PodcastLawForms.com, which offer practical, step-by-step legal tools, guidance, and templates for podcasters at all levels. Gordon routinely advises on topics including intellectual property, copyright, trademark protection, business structuring, contracts, and the increasingly complex issues surrounding AI-generated content.

Gordon's expertise is frequently sought after for speaking engagements, workshops, and interviews, and he regularly appears as a guest on podcasts, webinars, and panels. Above all, he is dedicated to empowering podcasters and creative professionals to protect their content, brands, and businesses—helping them avoid common pitfalls and proactively manage legal risk. Gordon Firemark remains a trusted, influential figure in both the legal and podcasting communities, committed to fostering a safe, sustainable, and innovative environment for creators everywhere.