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Biography
Giselle Ayala Mateus is an intellectual property lawyer focused on trademarks, copyright, advertising, and licensing, with a particular emphasis on the cartoon and animation industry. She works with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach, helping clients identify risks early and implement legal strategies that support growth, innovation, and long-term success.
She has served as outside general counsel for companies and non-profit organizations, providing legal support on issues related to trademarks, licensing, advertising, social media, and corporate governance.
As part of her practice, she represents clients in commercial transactions and negotiates key agreements, including commercial contracts, publishing contracts, collaboration agreements between writers, joint ventures, and corporate partnership agreements.
Giselle works closely with independent professionals, creative entrepreneurs, and small to medium-sized organizations, offering practical legal guidance in essential areas such as contracts, trademarks, copyright, and digital media. Her work emphasizes anticipating problems, designing effective strategies, and helping clients make informed and secure legal decisions.
She is a member of the New York Intellectual Property Law Association (NYIPLA), where she has served as Co-Chair of the Publications Committee since 2023. She also volunteers with the Copyright Clinic of the Center for Art Law and contributes to the annual Wolters Kluwer Licensing publication on copyright law.
Outside of her legal practice, Giselle enjoys connecting with creators at art galleries, cosplay events, and film conventions. She remains an active alumna of Brooklyn Law School, supporting the institution by mentoring international students as they begin their professional journeys in New York.
I help creatives protect their rights and their career in the New York so that they live and monetize their art with safety and control.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Copyright Application
20%
5 years
Entertainment
20%
8 years
Immigration
20%
7 years
Trademark Application
20%
8 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020
2020
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 6 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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Posted by CatalinaH | February 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Great and kind professional!
Great professional! Dr Giselle was very helpful on my F-1 Visa process. She is very humane and assertive. I believe this are two important things you look on an attorney. I would totally hire her again.
Posted by Marcin | January 05, 2026 | Contracts & Agreements
Good connection
A very nice person and explaining things well. Specializing in contracts and related disputes.
Giselle Ayala
Replied last January 08, 2026Thank you! I am glad I could help.
Posted by Henry | November 25, 2023 | Immigration
Giselle puts you first.
Exceptional service! Giselle's expertise and dedication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend their services for anyone navigating immigration matters.
Posted by lorena | September 14, 2023 | Immigration
Migracion
Hoy hablé con la abogada fórmula Mi consulta y me ayudo mucho . Me parece una persona justa . Otro abogado me cobrará 60 por l Consulta y ella gratis y me aconsejo que espere Que no gaste en el proceso que pronto saldrá la Residencia.
Giselle Ayala
Replied last October 03, 2023Un placer!!
Posted by Hernan | December 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Civil Litigation
Excellent day in court. Attorney handle the case professionally and efficiently.
Giselle Ayala's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Honors
2026
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Outstanding Achievement As an Entrepreneur, New York State Assembly
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney, G.A.M. LAW OFFICE P.C.
2020 - 2020
Attorney, Law Offices of Richard La Salle
2019 - 2020
Contract Attorney, Good Counsel Services Inc.
Associations
2020 - Present
New York Intellectual Property Law AssociationChair of Publications Committee
2019 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
Education
2018
Brooklyn Law School
LL.M - Master of Laws
2016
Pontifical University of Javeriana
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2020
Consideraciones legales para proteger las ideas y la creatividad
Intellectual Property and Agreements
2019
P4S - Partners for Start-Ups
Crear Empresa en los Estados Unidos ( Doing Business in the United States)
Publications
2023
New York Intellectual Property Law Association
TikTok Videos. Are these Works Entitled to Copyright Protection?
2023
New York Intellectual Property Law Association
Is Artificial Intelligence Authorship the Next Big Development in Copyright Law? Still difficult to know…
2022
New York Intellectual Property Law Association
End of the Year Trademark Law Review
2022
New York Intellectual Property Law Association
Andy Warhol’s Pop Art Makes it to the U.S. Supreme Court. Is the Prince Series Artwork Fair Use?
2022
New York Intellectual Property Law Association
TikTok Videos. Are these Works Entitled to Copyright Protection?
2021
InMigrantes News
La Ley Biden, Que dice y que no dice la famosa ley...
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English
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Top Contributor
Giselle earned significant contribution points in 2020.
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Q&A
Are covers of books under copyright?
08 Jan 2026
Q&A
Is this a month-to-month tenancy in NYC?
27 Sep 2023
Q&A
What happens to an LLC if the owner (and sole member of the LLC) goes missing?
28 Sep 2023
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
Tips for the Green Card Consular Interview
22 Nov 2022
Video Legal Guide
End of the Year Business Checklist
21 Nov 2022
Video Legal Guide
The Protection of Street Art under the Visual Rights Act
04 Feb 2022