Alan David Barson

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Alan David Barson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Entertainment Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Entertainment, Intellectual Property, Business ... +2 more

2 S Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2500, Miami, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Alan

Biography

Alan David Barson is skilled in negotiation, management, international business development, technology, licensing, brand management, and marketing strategy.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Entertainment 30%

Entertainment, Art and Sports Law.

32 years

30%
Business 20%

Go-to General Counsel; Contracts & Agreements, Mergers & Acquisitions, General Business Practice, Forming and Advising Companies, Start-ups.

32 years

20%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

32 years

20%
Intellectual Property 20%

Copyright, Trademarks, Service Marks, Trade Secrets, Licensing, Brand Management, Communications & Media.

32 years

20%
Aviation 10%

7 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 3 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2022

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 35 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Taylor English Duma LLP

2 S Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2500, Miami, FL, 33131

taylorduma.com/person/alan-david-barson/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Alan online.

Alan David Barson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (5)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by ALLBROS | April 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

ARTIST MANAGER

Alan was the front line attorney handling a very complex and detailed renegotiation of an artist recording agreement with a major label, his attention to detail, timely responses and understanding of complex language was an essential asset in our representation. In addition several video agreements w...ere negotiated on our behalf with all the same qualities in representing our interests and closing the deals, in a timely efficient and cost appropriate basis.

Posted by Lydia | April 19, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very smart and highly ethical

I knew Alan casually as the father of my daughter's friend when he read in the local paper about a high-profile legal issue I was dealing with as president of a non-profit organization. Our organization was small and under-funded, but Alan encouraged me to take on the challenge and provided me with ...pro-bono legal consultation throughout. He help me to secure pro-bono legal representation for our organization from a major international law firm and continued to advise me throughout the case. The case concluded successfully with an out-of-court settlement that granted all we had asked for. I could have never taken this on without Alan's invaluable assistance. I honestly believe Alan to be the smartest person I know. I have always found him to be highly ethical. When he offers me legal advice, I always take it. I am happy to recommend Alan Barson without reservation.

Posted by Ron | April 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Alan Barson

I have known and worked with Alan for over 20 years. He is very talented. Versed in most areas of law but most importantly has a solid business mind and good understanding of complex issues and has never failed to problem solve. He is "can do" lawyer. I highly recommend Alan.

Posted by Marc | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Alan is GREAT!!

I am honored to know and be represented by Alan Barson for over 20 years. Over the years, Alan has gotten me some amazing deals without burning any bridges. Alan is honest, smart, knowledgeable and is always fighting to get me the best possible deal. When a Network lawyers say “no,” Alan figures out ...how to get to “yes” and continues negotiating to get me what’s fair and then some. He knows what he wants for his clients and knows how to get it. I’m glad Alan Barson is working for me and not negotiating against me. I look forward to continuing working with Alan for many more years to come.

Posted by Kathleen | April 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Experience matters

Few lawyers have the patience to deal with anguished clients losing their beautiful property to a scam artist. It was a time of high anxiety. Ever the gentleman, Alan helped us navigate the turgid waters of a con scheme. He did so drawing on his deep knowledge of the laws and the legal system. Ala...n dealt with our matter with skill, professionalism, agility, compassion and a hard-to-come-by attribute: Wisdom. We will be ever grateful to Alan for his counsel during a difficult time.

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Alan David Barson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sal Fazio

Intellectual property lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Barson is a formidable legal strategist and fierce advocate; a force to be reckoned with."

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Sal Fazio

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Wildes

Immigration lawyer

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Neil Rosini

Intellectual property lawyer

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Richard Beyman

Entertainment lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Circle of Excellence, Entertainment, Arts and Sports, Miami-Dade Bar Association

2010

Fellow, New York Bar Foundation

Work Experience

2022 - 2024

Attorney, 500 Law (f/k/a Santucci Priore, P.L.)

2008 - 2009

Adjunct Professor, Benjamin N. Cardozo School Of Law, New York, NY

2004 - 2021

Partner, Law Office of Alan D. Barson, New York, NY

2003 - 2007

Special Counsel and Advisor to the CEO, Lighting Science Group Corp.

2001 - 2004

Of Counsel, Leibowitz Roberts & Ritholz, New York ,NY

1998 - 2001

Senior Vice President & General Counsel, London/Sire Records (Warner Music Group), NY, LA, London.

1993 - 1998

Associate, Franklin, Weinrib, Rudell, & Vassallo, P.C., New York, NY

1990 - 1993

Associate, Bickford Hahn & Haley, New York, NY

1989 - 1990

Legal Intern, US District Court Eastern District of New York

Associations

2025 - Present

Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section

Executive Committee

2023 - Present

Miami-Dade Bar Association

Vice Chair, IP Committee

2022 - Present

Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section

Attorney Member

2004 - Present

Association of Independent Music Publishers

Professional Member

1991 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section

Executive Committee Member

1991 - Present

Copyright Society of the U.S.A.

Attorney Member

2006 - 2008

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art

Former Chair

2004 - 2006

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art

Past Co-chair

2004 - 2006

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art

Past Secretary/Treasurer

Education

1990

Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2025

Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section

Monthly Meeting Attendee Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section

2024

Miami Film Festival

The Lawyer's Critical Role in Independent Filmmaking - Lessons from the Trenches

2023

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section Monthly Meetings Attendee

2023

Intellectual Property Section Artificial Intelligence and the Legal Industry

2022

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section

2022 New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section Monthly Meetings Attendee

2022

Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section

Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section Monthly Meetings Attendee

2021

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section

New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Art and Sports Law Section Monthly Meetings Attendee 2021

Publications

2007

Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Journal (NYSBA) Letter from the Chairman

Languages

English

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