James Lorin Silverberg

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Copyright infringement

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Admitted U.S.D.C.: S.D.N.Y., W.D.N.Y, E.D.N.Y., N.D. Ohio, D.C., N.D. ILL, MD, S.D. TX. Pro Hac Vice Appearances N.D., M.D. FL, M.D.CA, N.D. CA, M.D. GA., MO. United States Supreme Court

43 years
Licensing

10%

Art & Photography Licensing, Forensic Appraisal of Intellectual Property Values.

43 years
Trademark infringement

10%

Trademark Infringement, Domain Name Disputes.

43 years

Licensed for 41 years

State NY

Status Currently Registered

Acquired 2001

Updated 11/17/2022

State MD

Status Active

Acquired 1989

Updated 11/29/2022

State DC

Status Good Standing

Acquired 1981

Updated 06/08/2022

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Posted by Michelle | July 22, 2019

Best Attorney is an Understatement

James Silverburg & Mike Oliver were my attorneys involving a photograph of mine that was used without my consent by a national news organization. I was extremely pleased with our results. Jamie & Mike gave me exceptional legal advise, and over a few years we had numerous settlements. I highly recommend Jamie, Mike, and IPGL!

Posted by Mary | May 15, 2018

Really cares and wants to help

I had almost an hour long conversation with Jamie who really wanted to help and cared. Most lawyers only spend 5-10 minutes with you and just want to make a quick buck. Not Jamie. He was very professional and although I wish I could afford him, it makes sense why since you pay for what you get.

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2016

Good lawyer. Knows his stuff.

When you hire someone from the Internet, you always do so with some trepidation. Without going into detail, I saw a few lawyers about my situation, and all told me to just drop it as it wasn't worth pursuing. Mr. Silverberg took my case, and managed, in a matter of months, to resolve my issue through some very thoughtful and strong emails. He is an experienced lawyer, who keeps you in the loop. When you contact him, he gets back to you soon. That is something you want in a lawyer. I certainly recommend him.

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Posted by Marty | August 27, 2015

James Silverberg is the ultimate professional !!

Jamie Silverberg is first and foremost a true professional in every sense of the word. Understanding and satisfying the client's needs is the cornerstone of success. Proven time and again to me Jamie is an expert ( perhaps the best ) in his field of Intellectual Property Law and has the tools necessary to successfully handle all your legal needs when it comes to copyright litigation and settlement legal services. I have found Jamie to be honest and fair in all my dealings with him and has the highest ethical and moral standards as well as a compassionate human being ! He's never to busy to take the time to explain or answer any question. I can't express how highly I recommend and appreciate him.

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Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2015

Best for Corporate Intellectual Property

Our company switched to this firm after using a number of larger firms over many years. I wish we had made the move years ago. We have obtained several hundred thousand dollars in additional recoveries using this firm, and have done so at a fraction of the cost. Even though the hourly rate is about the same, the billable time is sharply reduced. We have had a number of defense matters as well, and have walked away paying nothing in each case. Instead of dreading having to call the company lawyer, we now look at it as a value added experience. Very easy to talk too. Very Professional. Very Highly Recommended.

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Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2014

Very Kind and honest lawyer

James took the time to explain things to me in detail. He was honest and shared the best way to approach the case, despite personal financial gain!

Posted by Gene | November 6, 2014

The Best Artist (of any medium) Lawyer

Throughout my 20+ years in the entertainment industry, I've never had anyone in my corner come close to Jamie. His extensive background, experience and broad scope of knowledge over multiple facets of the industry, allowed him to quickly and masterfully handle my situation. My appreciation for what he has done is immeasurable. Call him. You’ll be very happy you did.

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Posted by Kevin | June 30, 2014

The BEST IP lawyer

Mr. Silverberg secured a generous settlement for me in a copyright infringement case. He was always available when I had a question. He took the time to explain all the possibilities & options, in detail, until he was sure I had a thorough understanding. He was direct but respectful to all parties involved, and I was always proud to have him as a part of my team. And, in the end, we settled without a court appearance, and he secured a more generous claim than I had hoped for - though it was deserving given the infringement. Summary - a first class professional.

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Posted by Wendy | August 2, 2013

James Lorin Silverberg helped me very much.

Jamie Silverberg analyzed and helped me re-draft a contract that one of my clients sent me to sign. I am a free lance photographer and Jamie was very knowledgeable and expereinced with those sorts of contractual issues. He promptly returned my email and dove right into the heart of the matter. He was clear, precise and obviously very well informed as to the issues involved. He was also very easy to talk to. I greatly appreciated his good help to me.

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Posted by Sandra | April 11, 2013

Excellent Lawyer

Mr. Silverberg has handled a number of IT matters for my company ranging from litigation to licensing and contract matters over the past 30 years. I have always felt confident calling him when the company needed legal help. I highly recommend his services and I am certain there is no better lawyer in this field.

Posted by Jon | September 7, 2012

James Silverberg has represented me for many years in the area of art copyright infringement.

I have worked with Mr. Silverberg and his staff for many years. He has handled dozens of copyright infringements related to my personal artwork. From large cases requiring federal filings to small ones requiring skillful negotiation skills, he has excelled in all areas. If your looking for an attorney that knows everything about copyright infringements, filings etc in the arts category, from my point of view he is the best in North America. His rates are also reasonable for the average self employed artist. I strongly recommend Mr. Silverberg to anyone in the Creative Arts category needing legal help.

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Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2009

Best lawyer for copyright infringementv

Jamie handled a very complicated copyright case for me involving my first book and we won--From the onset he was competent and supportive in every way possible He is a terrific lawyer who worked for another old friend Ira Lowe in DC He helped me and moved the case of copyright infringement ahead in the highest possible professional way. Always grateful for his support. Stevanne Auerbach, PhD/San Francisco

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Senior Partner
The Intellectual Property Group PC
1981 - Present

APA Delegate
International Federation of Reprographic Rights Organizations
2013 - 2014

Senior Partner
Goldfarb & Silverberg
2005 - 2007

Adjunct Faculty
American University Masters In Arts Administration
1997 - 1997

Professor of Law
Washington College Of Law
1995 - 1997

Adjunct Professor
Virginia Commonwealth University
1987 - 1992

Legal Specialist
United States Deparment Of Justice Commercial Litigation Branch
1979 - 1981

Law Clerk
United States Attorney's Office For The District Of Columbia
1979 - 1980

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Education

The National Law Center, The George Washington University
JD - Juris Doctor
1981

State University of New York, College at Purchase
BA - Bachelor of Arts/Honors
1977

Legal Cases

Robert Kaufman Company, Inc. v. Ashford Textiles, LLC
See Docket

Casacci v. Kacalski & Hannon
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Johnson Godsy v. Bass Pro Outdoor World, LLC
See Docket

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Associations

American Society for Collective Rights Licensing
General Counsel
2016 - Present

Academic Intellectual Property Association
Board of Directors
2013 - Present

White House News Photographers Association
General Counsel
2011 - Present

American Bar Association
Member
2004 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section
Member
2002 - Present

Bar Association of the District of Columbia, Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Section
Member
1998 - Present

IFFRO International Federation of Reprographic Rights Organizations, Brussels, Belguim
International Delegate
2013 - 2014

American Institute of Graphic Arts/Washington, D.C.
Legal Counsel / Founding Member
1983 - 1985

Lawyers Comittee for the Arts / Washington D.C.
Director
1980 - 1982

Artamerica Corporation
President
1980 - 1982

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Certificate
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
1997

Semi Final Moot Court Judge, Van Vleck Moot Court Competition
The National Law Center, The George Washington University
1997

Semi Final Moot Court Judge, Van Vleck Moot Court Competition
The National Law Center, The George Washington University
1996

Quarter Final Moot Court Judge, Van Vleck Moot Court Competition
The National Law Center, The George Washington University
1995

Pro Bono Legal Services
Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts
1994

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Publications

American Bar Association, Litigation Section
Notes: Legal Conceptions of Published and Unpublished Works
2019

Federal Register Vol.80, no, 110
Mass Digitization Pilot Program
2015

78 Federal Register 13094
Remedies for Small Copyright Claims: Response to Third Request for Comments
2013

www.loc.gov
APA Policy Statement On Resale Royalty Right
2012

The Landing Corporation
Legal Forms For Professional Designers
1997

The Landing Corporation
Design Studio Management
1987

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Speaking Engagements

Rational Approaches To Online Image Licensing
2019

American Bar Association
Legal Conceptions of Published and Unpublished Works
2019

Society of Animal Artists, Bennington Arts Center/Bennington, Vermont
Copyright
2013

EP & APANW @ Seattle Central Creative Academy, Seattle, Washington
Photography and Social Media
2013

APA Los Angeles @ Venice Arts, Venice, California
Copyright
2013

APA Miami @ Carousel Studios, Miami, Florida
Copyright
2012

APA NY @ School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
Copyright
2011

APA Denver @ Redline Gallery, Denver Colorado
Copyright
2011

FOTOWEEK @ The Philips Collection
Copyright
2010

American Society of Magazine Photographers, Washington, D.C.
Copyright
2007

SURTEX, New York, NY
Copyright Infringement, Protecting Your Art & Design
2005

SURTEX New York, NY
Licensing
2005

Multicom '95, Washington, DC
Electronic Rights for Creative Professionals
2005

MULTICOM '94, Washington, DC
Electronic Rights for Creative Professionals
2004

Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD
Copyright
1997

American Center for Design, Chicago, Illinois
Copyright Litigation
1997

Washington College of Law, Washington, DC
Financing Motion Pictures
1996

Ameican Institute of Graphic Arts and Graphic Artist Guild, Washington, DC
Contracts & Copyrights
1996

Washington Independent Writers, Washington, DC
Contracts & Copyrights
1995

Multicom '95, Washington, DC
Electronic Rights For Creative Professionals
1995

North Carolina State University, Durham, North Carolina
Copyright
1992

Washington Area Musician's Association and Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts, Washington, DC
Negotiating Recording Contracts
1990

WALA @ Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC
Negotiating Book Publishing Agreements
1990

Arlington Arts Center, Arlington, Virginia
Contracts & Coprights
1990

Maryland State Arts Council, Baltimore, Marland
Legal Aspects of Tax Exempt 501(c)(3) Organizations
1989

The George Washington University, Washington, DC
Book Publishing Agreements
1987

Northern Virginia Community College
The Work For Hire Doctrine
1984

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Attorney endorsements

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Given (4)

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Michael Kahn

"I endorse this lawyer. James is an excellent advocate for his copyright owners. He knows the law, he aggressively and effectively represents his client, and he gets good results for them."

Steven Waldinger

Litigation Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James is a hard working, intelligent and skilled adversary. He is highly professional. I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Mirabella

Intellectual property Attorney | Sep 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, without reservation. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in Intellectual Property law and related litigation. He is extremely through and does not take short cuts. His ethics are beyond reproach. He is very skilled in communicating complex IP and factual issues to clients and jurors of widely varying sophistication."