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Liebowitz Law Firm, PLLC is a boutique intellectual property practice founded by Richard
Liebowitz, Esq., an award-winning photographer whose passion for protecting your
copyrights and growing your brand is unparalleled. We stand at the vanguard of the
copyright law evolution, practicing on the cutting edge of technological innovation and
legal expertise. Effectively and efficiently advocating for your work, talent and creative
vision, we bring specialized knowledge and dedication to our clients. From issues arising
in the digital age - to the pervasive impact of social media, we are committed to serving
you, empowering you to create.
Who We Are
• Register your work with the U.S. Copyright Office
• Enforce and protect your Intellectual Property ownership rights by ensuring that infringers cease using your work
• Diligently monitor your work for infringements
• We work for you on a contingency basis with no out-of-pocket cost to you
What We Do
We handle all types of media, including:• Photographs
• Films
• Videos
• Digital Art
• Drawings
• Text• Music & Lyrics• And More
A proud member of the photographer community, Richard Liebowitz is a
pioneer in the IP industry, creating a new model for monetizing copyrights,
arduously defending against infringement and enabling his clients to create
and pursue artistic expression. He is a frequent and popular fixture on the
lecture circuit, educating the community of professionals and the public alike
about topics which include the latest developments in copyright law, the evolution of social media
platforms, and the intricacies of copyright registration. His lectures and workshops draw a significant
following as he addresses common concerns about contracts dealing with IP, work-for-hire issues and
the fair use doctrine. Relied upon as an authority in the field, Richard has an uncanny ability to explain
the most convoluted legal construct in terms that makes sense to a
non-lawyer. With an eye on what matters most to professional
photographers, Richard anticipates the needs of his clients and
brings his legal acumen, dedication and passion for his work
to every case.
E ducating the Creative Community
Our client roster includes well-known music and celebrity photographers, news photojournalists, sportsphotographers, portrait photographers, and the most prominent photo agencies around the globe.
“Richard Liebowitz is the best copyright lawyer I have ever used. I have been using copyright lawyers for over 17 years on people andcompanies who steal images from my photography archives. Richard get's much higher settlements for my infringed photographs thanI used to get from other lawyers in the past.”
James FortuneJames Fortune Archives
“All I can say is that for me, hooking up with Liebowitz Law Firm has been one of smartest moves I have made in my 47 year professionalphotography career!!! Richard has never let me down and has his own unique way of handling all my infringement cases regardingthe people who illegally use/steal my photographs!!! Over the years, I have been repeatedly been approached by many other lawfirms who say they can do this and that for me BUT Liebowitz Law firm have proven themselves, time and time again to myself and my otherphotographer friends who I have referred to them.”
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“It is a great feeling to know that Richard has my back when I find companies using my work without permission. Richard fights hard andnever gives up until he wins. I have referred many of my colleagues to him and they all feel the same way about him and his staff. I
take great comfort in knowing that Richard continues to look out for me and the other members of the NYPPA, protecting our work and making it affordable for us to fight for the revenue that is rightfully ours.”
Bruce Cotler, PresidentNew York Press Photographers Association (NYPPA)
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