About Jonathan
Jonathan Waxman is a attorney specializing in intellectual property law, with additional expertise in communications and internet law, as well as entertainment and sports law. He has been practicing in New York since his admission to the New York State Bar in 1970. Throughout his career, Waxman has represented clients, including technology companies, media organizations, and individual artists, providing comprehensive legal services tailored to the challenges of each sector. After earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1970, Waxman began his legal career in New York City. He initially joined a boutique law firm where he developed his skills in intellectual property law, focusing on patent and trademark litigation.
His early work involved representing emerging tech startups, helping them handle the requirements of intellectual property rights and establish a strong legal foundation for their innovations. In the mid-1980s, Waxman co-founded his own firm, Waxman & Associates, which quickly gained a reputation for its expertise in communications and internet law. The firm played a pivotal role in advising clients on the legal implications of the burgeoning internet landscape, including issues related to online content, privacy, and e-commerce. Waxman's strategic guidance was instrumental in shaping the firm's approach to the rapidly evolving digital environment. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Waxman expanded his practice to include entertainment and sports law.
He represented several high-profile clients in the music and film industries, negotiating contracts, resolving disputes, and protecting intellectual property rights. His understanding of the entertainment sector allowed him to provide nuanced legal counsel that balanced creative aspirations with business realities. In addition to his legal practice, Waxman has been actively involved in various professional organizations. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association and has served on several of its committees, contributing to the development of legal standards and practices within his areas of expertise. His commitment to the legal community is also reflected in his mentorship of young attorneys, sharing his knowledge and experience to foster the next generation of legal professionals.
Waxman's offices are located at 302 West 12th Street, New York, NY. He continues to serve many clients, offering strategic legal solutions that address the details of intellectual property, communications, internet, entertainment, and sports law. His longstanding presence in the New York legal community shows his dedication to providing high-quality legal services and his adaptability to the evolving legal field.
