Based in New York, the intellectual property, media/entertainment, and technology group at Moses Singer is well-versed in advising clients on copyright, domain name, and licensing matters, as well as global portfolio management on behalf of entertainment and marketing clients. The team is led by Elizabeth Corradino, who is equipped to provide clients with strategic copyright prosecution, clearance, and regulatory advice.

Active in cases at the intersection between AI and copyright, White & Case LLP exhibits skill in fair use and copyright litigation, and Yar Chaikovsky has a strong track record representing global technology companies before the courts in copyright and commercial disputes.

With a particularly strong intellectual property practice, Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman, PC excels in copyright protection across various industries such as music and book publishing, fashion, financial services, hotel and hospitality, and video game and entertainment. Working from the firm’s New York office, the team frequently provides clients with domestic and international copyright counselling, enforcement and litigation, in addition to knowledge and experience involving the use of AI. The group negotiates copyright transactions and licenses, and advises its multinational client base on protection, fair use and ownership. At the helm of the practice, Jonathan King has extensive experience in copyright infringement cases across a range of industries such as music, publishing, and fashion. Richard Mandel is an authority in litigation matters before the federal courts, and Richard Dannay actively represents book publishers and authors and has extensive knowledge and experience concerning fair use.. Joelle Milov has a proven track record in securing and defending intellectual property rights, whilst Joel Karni Schmidt regularly handles copyright clearance, filing strategies, licensing, enforcement and management.

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is home to a particularly impressive IP team, that has a proven track record in high-profile, bet-the-company cases. The group represents an impressive roster of clients across the advertising, entertainment and technology industries, and stands out for its work in fair use and copyright protection cases involving artificial intelligence. Seasoned litigator Dale Cendali is particularly experienced in copyright infringement cases across various industries such as gaming, technology and publishing. The team also benefits from Joshua Simmons, who has extensive experience in copyright disputes before District Courts and the Court of Appeals, and Claudia Ray who is well versed in the registration, maintenance and policing of copyright portfolios. From the Los Angeles office, Diana Torres is a name to note for unfair competition, false advertising and trade secret matters, whilst Boston-based Miranda Means focuses on copyright counselling and litigation across the media and technology industries. All named lawyers operate from the firm’s New York office, unless otherwise specified.

The wide-ranging intellectual property practice at Latham & Watkins has a notable emphasis on disputes at the intersection between copyright and technology. The team has in-depth knowledge of artificial intelligence, advising on a number of cases involving copyright and generative AI. Washington DC-based Sy Damle has a niche focus on copyright issues for technology clients such as a software and AI companies, whilst litigator Andrew Gass is active in technology and media matters from the Bay Area office. Also in the Bay Area, Joe Wetzel combines expertise in AI and the music industry with a background in complex copyright infringement cases, and DC-based Elana Nightingale Dawson. Dawson has represented clients at all levels of the federal judiciary. In New York, Allison Levine Stillman frequently assists in copyright litigation, such as representing digital music services before the federal courts. From the Bay Area office, Britt Lovejoy is a key contact for streaming services, technology and social media companies.

Loeb & Loeb LLP has a comprehensive intellectual property offering, offering the full range of copyright services from identification and registration to infringement disputes. The team represents an impressive list of entertainment clients, including major motion picture studios, television networks and production companies, navigating commercial challenges and protecting their creative works. Experienced litigator David Grossman is best known for his work in copyright infringement cases for clients in the entertainment and media sectors, such as NBC Universal, Paramount Pictures and Morgan Creek Productions. Melanie Howard is a key reference for luxury brand clients, focusing on acquisitions, licensing and protection matters, whilst New York-based Tal Dickstein has extensive experience in all phases of litigation in both federal and state courts. John Gatti focuses his practice on litigation in the entertainment, media and sports industries. All named lawyers operate from the firm’s Los Angeles office unless otherwise specified. Jonathan Zavin left the firm in April 2025.

Morrison Foerster is a reference in the market for intellectual property disputes and counselling, placing a strong focus on copyright law across traditional and digital media, software, design and brand protection. The group is active in high-stakes cases involving the usage of copyrighted work in AI training data and outputs. The team has a strong presence across the US, led by Brian Nash in Austin, Bita Rahebi in Los Angeles, Timothy Chen Saulsbury in San Francisco and Mark Whitaker in Washington DC. The practice also benefits from the experience of San Francisco-based Joseph Gratz, who stands out for his work advising AI companies such as OpenAI on evaluating and mitigating copyright risks. Gratz also has a proven track record representing clients in copyright infringement disputes involving emerging technologies. In Los Angeles, litigator Benjamin Fox deals with a variety of bet-the-company cases for plaintiffs and defendants in copyright litigation, with particular interest in the electronic entertainment, consumer goods and software industries.

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton has developed a wide intellectual property practice, representing clients from a wide range of industries including entertainment, sports, hospitality and healthcare. The group is well-versed in copyright matters from licensing and counselling to litigation, with extensive experience in copyright infringement cases. Spearheading the team from New York and Atlanta, James Trigg has a proven track record litigating matters involving textile prints and photographic works, and advising on registering copyrights. Practice co-head Joe Petersen operates from the firm’s Silicon Valley office, with extensive experience in litigation, arbitration and administrative proceedings involving copyright law. In Los Angeles, Dennis Wilson focuses his practice on litigation matters, David Caplan is best known for protecting IP rights against infringements online, and Kollin Zimmerman typically acts for technology, social media and entertainment clients. Atlanta-based Crystal Genteman is geared to support on enforcement issues, and supports clients from the technology, textiles and consumer goods industries. Lisa Pearson retired from the firm in March 2025.

The Media and Entertainment Litigation team at King & Spalding covers the entire scope of IP matters, with experience extending to copyright infringement, contract and licensing disputes, and matters before the Copyright Royalty Board. The group stands out for its expertise in the music industry, representing high-profile entertainment companies in copyright and theft of idea disputes. Based in San Fransisco, Kenneth Steinthal is noted for his expertise in digital audio and audio-visual content distribution, and frequently defends distribution platforms from copyright owners’ claims of clearance obligations. Entertainment litigator Arwen Johnson co-leads the team from the Los Angeles office, and is active in cases involving idea theft, copyright infringement and contract disputes for major Hollywood studios such as The Walt Disney Company and Warner Bros. Entertainment. David Mattern is equipped to handle copyright litigation and AI matters, and works from the Washington DC office. The firm gained new practice co-head Neel Chatterjee from Goodwin in July 2025, whilst Paul Fakler and Jacob Ebin joined from Mayer Brown in January 2026.

Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp, LLP is a reference in the market for high-stakes copyright disputes such as class actions, royalty disputes and copyright claims, with a particular focus on the media and entertainment industry. Splitting her time between the Los Angeles and New York offices, Eleanor Lackman supports media, entertainment and technology clients with a wide array of copyright matters from creation through to protection. Practice co-head Marc Mayer is an experienced litigator, and has in-depth knowledge of the video games industry, whilst New York-based Christine Lepera focuses her practice on unfair competition, commercial disputes and privacy violations in the entertainment and media industries. The team also benefits from Karin Pagnanelli, who excels in copyright litigation matters such as infringement. All named lawyers operate from the firm’s Los Angeles office, unless otherwise specified. Aaron Moss and Josh Geller joined the team in April 2025 from Greenberg Glusker LLP.

Litigation boutique Oppenheim + Zebrak Law, LLP excels in copyright matters involving infringement, AI, and removal or alteration of copyright management information. The firm frequently represents music and publishing clients against major internet, technology and AI companies. Spearheading the team, Matt Oppenheim is geared to support on complex litigation matters involving content and brands, whilst practice co-head Scott Zebrak is an authority in copyright protection and mass infringement cases, with a particular focus on digital media, new technology, and disruptive business models. New York-based Alex Kaplan represents music, sports and entertainment clients in copyright and media-related matters, and excels in high-stakes litigation. Michele Harrington Murphy comfortably handles disputes involving royalties, licensing and digital rights enforcement, and Jeff Gould is a key contact for clients in the music industry. All named lawyers operate from Washington DC unless otherwise specified. Katheryn Jarvis Enters and Jeff Kane were promoted to partnership in March 2025.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe stands out for its work in copyright disputes involving technology, media and emerging platforms, such as the use of copyrighted work in AI training. With additional experience in traditional copyright litigation, the group is well-versed in class actions, contract disputes and infringement actions. The team is led by Alyssa Caridis in Los Angeles and Sheryl Koval Garko in Boston, who both focus on litigation matters. In San Francisco, Annette Hurst combines in-depth knowledge of artificial intelligence with experience in high-stakes copyright disputes. From the Boston office, David Hosp assists media and technology companies in IP matters, whilst Mark Puzella is a key contact for telecoms and consumer brand clients.

Pryor Cashman LLP has a longstanding reputation representing media and entertainment clients across a broad range of copyright matters, with a particular emphasis on the music industry. The team is competent in litigating copyright infringement cases, royalty disputes and copyright termination claims. At the helm of the practice, Frank Scibilia deals with a variety of regulatory, litigation and transactional matters such as licensing and copyright due diligence. Practice co-head Ilene Farkas is a key name to note for clients in the music, film, media and publishing industries, offering a wealth of experience of copyright ownership, infringement and royalty disputes. Donald Zakarin is an experienced litigator, representing a range of major record companies and record companies, whilst Benjamin Semel counsels on matters across the music streaming industry including regulatory and litigation proceedings. Mona Simonian is a key advisor on authorship, licensing and digital matters. All named lawyers are based in the firm’s New York office. Jason Sloan joined the team in December 2025.

The Intellectual Property practice at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP is well-versed in copyright disputes across a wide array of industries including sports, music and book publishing. Margret Caruso spearheads the team from the Silicon Valley office, showcasing a strong track record in IP and appellate litigation. In New York, Rachel Epstein frequently acts as plaintiff and defence counsel in copyright litigation, and Todd Anten has experience in state and federal courts. From the Los Angeles office, Daniel Posner represents clients from the entertainment, technology and consumer products industries in trials and appeals, whilst Robert Schwartz is a name to note for motion picture studios and broadcast networks. From Silicon Valley, Rachel Herrick Kassabian focuses her practice on IP issues for technology start-ups and Internet sector businesses, and Chicago-based Andrew Schapiro defends clients in infringement and licensing disputes, in addition to class action lawsuits.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP maintains a strong position in the market for copyright issues including licensing and infringement disputes, and IP matters arising from M&A and international expansion. The firm’s well-established client base includes digital music streaming companies, social media platforms and entertainment companies. At the helm of the practice, Benjamin Marks is adept in handling complex copyright, music licensing and royalties disputes, with experience representing clients before the Copyright Royalty Board and federal courts. Todd Larson is another key member of the team, best known for litigation in the music industry including royalty rate disputes, copyright infringement and licensing matters. Larson represents a range of clients across the entertainment, social media, e-commerce and streaming industries. All named lawyers operate from the New York office.

ArentFox Schiff deals with a variety of copyright matters, with particular strength in the music and entertainment industries. Led by Christopher Norton in Washington DC, the team counsels clients on copyright transfer terminations, in addition to registering, buying and selling copyrighted works. Also in Washington DC, Anthony Lupo advises clients in the entertainment, fashion and technology industries, whilst Ricardo Fischer is equipped to handle copyright litigation. Splitting his time between New York and Boston, Matthew Finkelstein has extensive experience in transactions involving the acquisition of copyrights, in addition to advising on ownership and licensing issues. New York-based Michelle Mancino Marsh is a key name to note for clients in the technology sector, with notable proficiency in litigation. Ross Charap departed the firm in March 2025.

Covering the full array of copyright matters, the team at Arnold & Porter is well-equipped to support clients in complex disputes, transactions and day-to-day counselling. The team represents publishers, software developers and professional sports leagues and teams on a range of IP issues such as anti-counterfeiting, brand enforcement and the promotion and protection of copyrighted material. Dina Hayes co-leads the practice from Chicago, with Evan Rothstein in Denver.  In New York, Dori Hanswirth advises clients in the technology and entertainment industries on copyright issues, whilst Theresa House excels in litigation matters. Los Angeles-based Rhonda Trotter has extensive trial experience, and James Blackburn has a proven track record in copyright litigation involving licensing and infringement.

The New York-based team at Davis+Gilbert LLP balances a busy workload of copyright matters including portfolio management, licensing and protection of content. The group is also geared to support in litigation, offering a wealth of knowledge in copyright infringement, fair use and authorship disputes. At the helm of the practice, Marc Rachman has longstanding experience in copyright infringement claims, in addition to counselling clients on pre-litigation and litigation avoidance. Practice co-head Brooke Erdos Singer has broad experience extending to copyright registrations, protection, maintenance and enforcement. Guy Cohen is an authority in copyright and right-of-publicity disputes, whilst Sara Edelman focuses on assisting content creators, advertising agencies and fashion companies mitigate copyright infringement risks. Ashima Dayal typically assists publishers, authors and filmmakers in protecting their content.

Drawing on the firm’s wider international presence, DLA Piper LLP (US) is home to a team of experienced copyright litigators that support clients with enforcement and defense strategies across jurisdictions. The group’s broad expertise extends to matters involving artificial intelligence, including fair use assessments, content licensing and AI use policies. Spearheading the team in New York, Tamar Duvdevani focuses her practice on disputes involving copyright, right of publicity and digital media issues. From Washington DC, Kevin Fee is active in litigation before trial and appellate courts whilst Rachel Fertig handles a mix of transactions, litigation and advisory work, with notable expertise in generative AI. The team also benefits from Gina Durham in San Francisco, who has a proven track record in disputes involving copyright infringement and emerging technologies. Thomas Zutic retired from the firm in December 2024.

The intellectual property team at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP has a strong focus on high-profile copyright disputes involving infringement, ownership rights and right of publicity claims. At the helm of the practice in Los Angeles, Robert Jacobs frequently assists in copyright disputes in the entertainment industry, representing major record labels, film studios and artists. Also in Los Angeles, Nathaniel Bach handles the full spectrum of copyright, right of publicity and emerging issues in AI and blockchain, whilst Jessica Wood is best known for her work in intellectual property transactions, copyright registration, content protection and licensing. New York-based Lisa Rosaya has longstanding experience in obtaining, protecting and monetizing IP assets, and Samantha Katze is a name to note for clients in the real estate, financial services and retail industries.

The copyright practice at Mayer Brown offers a wealth of experience in litigation across a wide range of industries, including technology and media companies, music publishers and record labels, and publishing companies. Primarily operating from the firm’s New York office, the team has a proven track record in copyright royalty disputes and infringement suits. Allison M. Aviki frequently assists in high-value copyright infringement cases, with particular expertise in the book publishing industry, while Sara Slavin is a key contact for technology and fashion companies. The practice also benefits from John Mancini, who has extensive experience representing clients in litigation before the Copyright Royalty Board and courts across the country. At an associate level, Megan Fitzgerald has a particular interest in the music industry. Paul Fakler and Jacob Ebin left the team in January 2026.

Winston Taylor has a comprehensive IP and digital media offering, making them well-placed to represent clients in copyright litigation such as infringement and misappropriation. Based in the San Francisco office, Diana Leiden focuses on copyright matters involving emerging technology and internet issues in Los Angeles. Ya-Chiao Chang departed in 2025, whilst Ahtoosa Dale was promoted to partner and Kathi Vidal joined the team. Michael Elkin, Jennifer Golinveaux, and Sean Anderson have departed the firm.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is a reference in the market for complex copyright litigation, representing clients in technology, media, and software. The group is active in class actions, false advertising claims and licensing disputes, in addition to advisory and transactional work. At the helm of the practice in Silicon Valley, Angela Dunning is best known for representing technology firms in copyright and trade dress disputes involving generative AI. In March 2025, Clement Naples, Bert C. Reiser, Gregory Sobolski, S.Giri Pathmanaban and Thomas Yeh joined the team from Latham & Watkins .

Frequently sought out by clients in technology, education and entertainment clients, Cooley LLP is actively involved in the registration, protection and enforcement of copyright. The group is also well-versed in a variety of copyright litigation matters, with a proven track record in trial and appellate courts nationwide. Brendan Hughes spearheads the team from Washington DC, representing clients in copyright, trademark and false advertising-related actions in federal court. He co-leads the team with Los Angeles-based Bobby Ghajar, an experienced IP litigator who has a proven track record in AI fair use cases and copyright infringement disputes. From the New York office, JP Oleksiuk has notable proficiency in copyright prosecution, counselling, and IP issues arising from corporate transactions.

The copyright team at Fenwick & West LLP has a strong focus on mandates involving technology, such as AI, machine learning and fintech. With a strong litigation practice, the group has a proven track record in infringement and fair use cases. Jennifer Stanley and Laurence Pulgram co-lead the practice from San Francisco; Stanley advises on matters involving AI and the IP aspects of transactions, whilst Pulgram defends class actions for false advertising, unfair competition and product defects. The team also benefits from David Hayes in Silicon Valley, who assists clients in protecting their IP and has longstanding experience in infringement cases involving AI, software and online services.

Combining expertise in intellectual property with a wealth of experience in the fashion, technology, and media and entertainment industries, Katten comfortably handles copyright advisory and litigation matters. The team is equipped to handle domestic and international mandates. At the helm of the practice, New York-based Karen Artz Ash stands out for her specialism in the fashion industry, and Floyd Mandell is particularly impressive in litigation from the Chicago office. In the New York office, Kristin Achterhof  is a key contact for clients in the technology, consumer goods and entertainment industries, with a particular focus on IP disputes. Counsel Carolyn Passen is another key member of the team in Chicago, with extensive experience counselling clients on defending IP assets and avoiding infringement disputes.

Home to a team of talented litigators, Susman Godfrey LLP deals with a variety of copyright matters involving infringement and FinTech disputes, and has a proven track record representing clients in district courts and the Federal Circuit. The group is involved in a variety of cases against AI companies, defending and enforcing creators’ rights in high-stakes litigation. In Los Angeles, Kalpana Srinivasan is devoted to litigation matters including infringement and breach of contract claims, whilst Davida Brook has broad experience extending to royalties disputes in the music industry. Houston-based Justin Nelson is active in cases involving copyright in AI training.