However, the termination provisions are both complicated and time sensitive, and if notice of termination is not served in a timely and proper manner this opportunity may be lost forever. We are highly regarded for their expertise in conducting in-depth copyright termination analyses for songwriters, composers, recording artists, authors, and music publishers. Our experience extends to both the termination of pre-1978 grants in accordance with Section 304(c) of the U.S. Copyright Act (the “56 Year Termination Right”), and the termination of grants made by the author on or after January 1, 1978 pursuant to Section 203 of the U.S. Copyright Act (the “35 Year Termination Right”).  We have assisted countless songwriters and artists in the recapture of their compositions and masters, and frequently prepare comprehensive copyright due diligence reports for music publishers which highlight the implications of the termination provisions on the value of potential transactions. For an in-depth overview of the termination of transfer provisions under the U.S. Copyright Act please refer to our guide on Protecting Your Musical Copyrights.