RECOGNITION

2024

Chambers USA Regional Spotlight Guide 2024

For its inaugural year of this new guide, focused on the best small and medium-sized law firms in New York, Florida, and Texas, Chambers selected eight practice areas across six regions in New York State and selected only 105 firms. My firm was one of seven selected for Intellectual Property. The Chambers Review, as provided by Chambers said:

Marc Jacobson, P.C. works with both individuals and companies in the media, entertainment, and technology sectors. Highlighted for its Intellectual Property work, the firm has particular strengths in copyright, especially regarding television, film, and music. The New York-based firm’s clients consist of a plethora of creative individuals, including composers, lyricists, recording artists, DJs, managers, labels, publishers, producers, and writers. Many of the firm’s clients are based internationally.

2023

Sole practitioner Marc Jacobson has significant experience working in the music, television, and film industries. He handles the full range of transactions stemming from the production and distribution of content.

Clients said:

“He has an in-depth knowledge of copyright law and provides a totally personal service, with immediate responses to questions upon being asked.”

“His attention to detail is strong and his knowledge of the entertainment industry is up to date.”

“He usually knows the answer and gets results quickly. He is enjoyable to work with.”

2022

Sole practitioner Marc Jacobson has significant experience working in the music, television, and film industries. He handles the full range of transactions stemming from the production and distribution of content. “Marc has a sophisticated understanding of the media and entertainment space, as well as a valuable sense of realism.” “Marc is the best. I would enthusiastically recommend him to any artist looking for an entertainment attorney.” “Finding someone with his legal expertise is a rare find.”

2021

Marc Jacobson has significant experience working in the music, television, and film industries. He handles the full range of transactions stemming from the production and distribution of content. “Marc is very quick, smart, and effective. He really understands copyright and is able to also get results on a transactional basis.”

2020

Marc Jacobson has significant experience working in the music, television, and film industries. He handles the full range of transactions stemming from the production and distribution of content. One impressed client enthuses: “He’s very prompt, professional, and always gives us his full attention.” Another source highlights his “complete and up-to-date knowledge of the industry, both music and film.”

Marc is the only lawyer in Chambers and Partners New York City Guide listed in both Music and Film & Television.

2019

Marc Jacobson is “very cerebral and able to think outside the box,” reports one client, while another notes: “He is professional, thorough, dedicated and committed to protecting the client’s interests.” He handles a wide range of matters for clients in the music and film industry, from rights clearance to negotiating talent agreements.

Marc Jacobson is also included as a Noted Practitioner among Media & Entertainment: Film & Television Lawyers –New York. He is the only lawyer in New York listed in both Music and Film & Television.

2018

Marc Jacobson of Marc Jacobson, P.C. is appreciated among clients for “his knowledge of how the music business works” and his skills as “a deal maker.” He advises clients on all areas of media law, with a depth of experience acting for clients in the music industry. Clients say: “When you hire him, you’re not just a client. He invests in you, he wants you to be protected and he’s patient and thoughtful.”

Marc Jacobson is also included as a Noted Practitioner among Media & Entertainment:  Film & Television Lawyers –New York.  He is the only lawyer in New York listed in both Music, and Film & Television.

2017

Among Media & Entertainment: Music Lawyers – New York, Chambers said:

The “amazing” Marc Jacobson of Marc Jacobson, P.C. has a broad entertainment law practice, which includes experience in film and music transactions. He also possesses in-depth knowledge of copyright law and contracts in both film and music.

Marc Jacobson is also included among Media & Entertainment:  Film & Television Lawyers –New York, and is the only lawyer in New York listed in both Music, and Film & Television.

2016

Marc Jacobson of Marc Jacobson, P.C. is highlighted for his work in the music space, which includes entertainment agreements and licensing. He also advises on agreements and financing for film and television productions. One source says he is “fast to react to my needs and has wide experience in this field.”

Marc Jacobson is also listed in Other Noted Practitioner among Film and Television lawyers in New York City, the only lawyer listed in both the Music Category and the Film and Television Category.

2015

Marc Jacobson of Marc Jacobson, P.C. is a leading attorney in the New York media and entertainment market and is recognized for his representation of major music publishers and producers.

2014

Sole practitioner Marc Jacobson has a reputable music and film practice in New York supported by an enviable client list. According to clients, “his presence in the room brings a little gravitas, which goes a long way.”

2013

Marc Jacobson of Marc Jacobson, P.C. impresses clients with his versatility and in-depth specialized industry knowledge. He runs a virtual law firm and continues to focus on the film and television industries. “You cannot do better than Marc – he is fast, tenacious, detail-oriented, proactive, responsive and sensitive to the needs of the clients.” He recently represented Qtrax in pan-European licensing negotiations.

2012

Marc Jacobson of Marc Jacobson, P.C. is credited for his work in feature film and music rights, with a particular specialty in licensing. Sources particularly value his personable demeanor and describe him as “great in a room when negotiations get heavy.”

2011

Marc Jacobson recently left Greenberg Traurig to form his own firm, Marc Jacobson, P.C., and continues to impress within the legal music industry. He recently represented the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in the negotiation of a trademark infringement suit and advised a number of production companies in negotiations pertaining to distribution agreements.

2010

In 2010 Marc Jacobson left Greenberg Traurig to start his own firm, Marc Jacobson, P.C. He is “a master of issues relating to new and converging technologies,” according to market sources. He has an impressive reputation in the music industry but has also been moving into the film space recently.

2009

Marc Jacobson…”knows the industry so well, he can tell you the implications of every option.” Working on both film and music matters, he acted for China Music Publishing as they secured [performing] royalties…in North and South America.

2008

Marc Jacobson is “a success story” who has earned a strong industry following. His clients comment favorably on his online music initiatives and bank finance work in film [and] publishing.

2007

Marc Jacobson does a lot of bank finance work in film [and] publishing but is particularly known for his online music initiatives. His focus is advising companies on business and financing strategies and IP issues.

2006

Marc Jacobson has skills in publishing, primarily in the music business but also in book deals. He acts for both publishers and songwriters in various matters and has handled the purchase of a number of catalogs in the past year.

2005

Marc Jacobson is rated as “a smart, enthusiastic lawyer with a lot of experience.” He is recommended for his “great talent” in film and theatre financing.