Lloyd J. Jassin

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About me

Gender Male
Industry Law
Occupation Publishing Attorney & Literary Lawyer
Location New York, New York, United States
Introduction I’m a book publishing attorney and former publishing executive with extensive experience supporting authors, business leaders and celebrities, designers, literary agents, and publishers at every stage of the publishing journey. Whether you’re negotiating a book contract, exploring a book-to-film option, have copyright or trademark concerns, or need someone to conduct a legal review of an unpublished manuscript, I bring the expertise required to protect your creative work, minimize legal claims, and maximize your opportunities. My mission is to help clients navigate and avoid contractual pitfalls, secure fair and advantageous agreements, and ensure their contracts are viable and strategically sound. From protecting intellectual property rights to mitigating defamation risks, I provide comprehensive legal support tailored to the unique demands of the publishing and entertainment industries. Follow me on Bluesky @copylaw.bsky.socialy for insights on the publishing industry and legal issues affecting authors, creators, and their publisher and producer partners.
Interests Book Publishing Contract Review and Negotation, Copyright and Trademark Advice, Pre-Publication Legal Review, Copyright Termination, Trademark Search and Registration, Merchandise Licensing, Negotiate Film & Television Option Agreements, Outside General Counsel to Independent Publishers and Literary Agencies.
Favorite Music Gas music from Jupiter.
Favorite Books Copyright Permission & Libel Handbook by Lloyd Jassin & Steven Schechter (John Wiley & Sons)