Atty. Helene M. Freeman

Atty. Helene M. Freeman

Helene M. Freeman is a partner in the Litigation Department at Phillips Nizer LLP.

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About Helene M. Freeman at a glance

Helene M. Freeman is a copyright attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Phillips Nizer LLP. Educated at New York University (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Music (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Helene M. Freeman is a partner in the Litigation Department at Phillips Nizer LLP. Ms. Freeman's practice is focused on all facets of entertainment, publishing, the arts and fashion
  • She has counseled multinational record distributors, leading musical performing groups, film and television producers and distributors, international music publishing companies, theatrical producers, authors and advertising agencies
  • As a litigator with more than 30 years' experience, Ms. Freeman has been trial and appellate counsel in precedent setting cases under both copyright and trademark law throughout the United States
  • She provides assistance in securing registration of copyrights and trademarks in the United States and developing plans for the worldwide exploitation and protection of creative property
  • She also regularly advises on international transactions involving the acquisition of rights in entertainment and media properties

Practice Areas Explained

Helene M. Freeman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Helene M. Freeman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Copyright Law

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Where is Helene M. Freeman's law office located?
Helene M. Freeman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Phillips Nizer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Helene M. Freeman handle?
Helene M. Freeman focuses on copyright. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Helene M. Freeman go to law school?
Helene M. Freeman earned their education at (J.D., 1975).
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What awards or recognition has Helene M. Freeman received?
Helene M. Freeman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Music; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Music
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Copyright Law (New York City)
- 2022

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