James Lorin Silverberg
The Intellectual Property Group PC • Washington, DC
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Contact
Email
Phone
(855) 267-0187
Address
1050 30th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20007, US
Professional
About
James Lorin Silverberg is an experienced intellectual property attorney with more than 44 years of legal practice, representing clients in copyright infringement, trademark infringement, and licensing matters. Based in Washington, DC, at The Intellectual Property Group PC, he focuses his practice on helping businesses, creators, and rights holders protect, enforce, and manage their valuable intellectual property assets. His long-standing experience in this highly specialized area gives him a practical and strategic perspective on the legal and business challenges that arise when intellectual property rights are at stake. Throughout his career, Mr. Silverberg has developed a reputation for thoughtful, client-focused counsel tailored to each client’s objectives. He understands that copyright and trademark disputes can affect not only a client’s legal rights, but also its brand, creative work, and long-term commercial success. Whether advising on licensing agreements or addressing claims of infringement, he works to provide clear guidance and effective advocacy designed to safeguard his clients’ interests and support informed decision-making. Clients turn to James Lorin Silverberg for dependable representation grounded in decades of experience and a deep understanding of intellectual property law. His approach is centered on responsiveness, precision, and a commitment to helping clients navigate complex legal issues with confidence. From protecting original works and trademarks to structuring licensing arrangements, he assists clients in advancing and preserving the value of their intellectual property in today’s competitive marketplace.
Credentials
Education
1981 The National Law Center, The George Washington University JD - Juris Doctor 1977 State University of New York, College at Purchase BA - Bachelor of Arts/Honors
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
1997 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 1996 Semi Final Moot Court Judge, Van Vleck Moot Court Competition, The National Law Center, The George Washington University 1995 Quarter Final Moot Court Judge, Van Vleck Moot Court Competition, The National Law Center, The George Washington University 1994 Pro Bono Legal Services, Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts
Publications
2019 American Bar Association, Litigation Section Notes: Legal Conceptions of Published and Unpublished Works 2015 Federal Register Vol.80, no, 110 Mass Digitization Pilot Program 2013 78 Federal Register 13094 Remedies for Small Copyright Claims: Response to Third Request for Comments 2013 www.loc.gov Proposal For Orphan Works Legislation 2012 www.loc.gov APA Policy Statement On Resale Royalty Right
Associations
2016 - Present American Society for Collective Rights Licensing General Counsel 2013 - Present Academic Intellectual Property Association Board of Directors 2011 - Present White House News Photographers Association General Counsel 2004 - Present American Bar Association Member 2002 - Present New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section Member
Speaking
2019 Copyright and Technology Conference 2019 Rational Approaches To Online Image Licensing 2019 American Bar Association Legal Conceptions of Published and Unpublished Works 2013 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
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Updated: Jul 15, 2026