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David M. Slater
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Biography
I represent entrepreneurial businesses mostly in the media and entertainment fields, but in other fields as well. I bring a broad background in many aspects of law and business to assist clients achieve their business and legal goals. I work closely with my clients and derive satisfaction from seeing them succeed. I enjoy working with CEOs and other executives to assist with strategic vision, growth, reducing liability exposure, compliance, and developing best business practices. We are well equipped to handle all of a company's legal and business needs.
Practice Areas
18
Practice Areas
Communications and Media
16%
39 years | 100 cases
Entertainment
15%
39 years | 100 cases
General Practice
14%
39 years | 100 cases
Intellectual Property
14%
39 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 400-500 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 37 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 38 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
The Slater Firm
240 W 73rd St Suite 701, New York, NY, 10023-2791
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David M. Slater's Reviews
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Posted by Denise | May 8, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Thank you for your honesty and directness
In asking David a question about irrevocably transferring over copyrights to a top online business publication for publishing my work, David gave me a clear direct answer that was looking after what's best for me. Thanks for your generosity of time and expertise.
Posted by Jules C. | November 25, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Re: In-depth response to my Q. on copyright.
Thank you Mr Slater, for your detailed reply to my question regarding copyright. It gave me a lot of information. As of now, awaiting for "the Jackal" [sic] Wiley literary agency to return my email requesting permission to publish his client's letters. Thank you for your attention to this matter. ...
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2012
The Attorney to Call !!!
David is definately the most honest attorney I have every met. In addition to his extraordinary level of integrity, his knowledge base is vast! David will stick with his client through thick and thin to get the job done, and done right. I would certainly highly recommend David for legal councel.
Posted by Patty | October 8, 2012
Like haveing an excellnt surgeon for my business!
Working with David M Slater is like having a excellent surgeon with a great bedside manner - for my business. His expertise, skills, knowledge and clear communication are of the utmost importance when you have the need for a business lawyer. But, the fact that he genuinely cares about people, his cli...
David M. Slater's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known David for over 25 years as a colleague, client, and friend. The quality of David's work is superlative, and his honesty, integrity, and legal acumen are first rate. I am delighted to recommend him, and am confident that those retaining him will be extremely satisfied with the high quality of representation that he provides."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Speaking as a former New Yorker (Brooklyn and upstate), I can say that I recommend anyone in or near NY with an entertainment law or intellectual property case call David Slater first. His wide-ranging knowledge of this field will serve them well."
"Although Mr. Slater is quite new to Avvo it is obvious from his answers that he will be a great resource for Avvo askers. In addition to his answers being accurate, they are customized to the individual needs of the askers. This combination of intelligence and personalizaiton are the precise qualities that any prospective client would and should be looking for in an attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2012
25 Year Anniversary Proudly Serving the Community, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
1984
Merit Scholarship, Emory University
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Offices of David Slater
2001 - 2008
COO & General Counsel, The Gary Null Companies
2001 - 2006
CEO, Nutrition Institute of America, Inc.
1992 - 2001
Managing Partner, Law Offices of David Slater
1990 - 1992
Senior Associate, Itkowitz & Harwood
1989 - 1990
Associate, Cozen & O'connor
1988 - 1989
Associate, Law Offices of Harold Orenstein
1987 - 1988
Director of Operations, Merchant Ivory Productions
Associations
1993 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitMember
1993 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
1988 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hernandez v. City of New York
Decision reversed on appeal
Maury Pilar v. Frederick Goldman, Inc.
Decision awarding claimant $500,000 damages.
Confidential
Case settled for $1 and apology.
Education
1987
Emory University School of Law
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
1987
Emory University Business School
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
1983
Brandeis University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Producer's Group
Copyright Law for Video
2012
New York Producer's Seminar
Legal Requirements of Production Companies
Publications
2014
Motion Picture Collective
Copyright Law For Video
2012
David Slater Publications
Media Law Articles
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I print a line of lyrics on a t-shirt in quotes with the name of artist or group? Ex. "All You Need Is Love" ---The Beatles
22 Jan 2022
Q&A
Can a artist sue me for a song they did if they do not own the exclusive rights to the beat?
01 Sep 2021
Q&A
I want to Publish a Low Content Journal and quotes as well as quotes from Famous people both Dead & Alive, is this legal?
01 Aug 2021