James N. Talbott
About
James N. Talbott is a seasoned attorney with over 30 years of experience specializing in intellectual property, entertainment, and business law. Known for his practical, client-centered approach, James serves a diverse range of clients, from technology startups to established corporations in the entertainment and media sectors. His areas of expertise encompass feature film financing, technology transfer, software distribution, trademarks, copyrights, and FCC regulatory compliance. James’s extensive legal knowledge is complemented by his engineering background, holding a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, which uniquely qualifies him to handle complex technical matters in software and media law.
Throughout his career, James has made significant contributions to the legal industry through his writing and public speaking. He is the author of New Media: Intellectual Property, Entertainment and Technology Law and a co-author of Multimedia Law and Practice. His insights into copyright, trademark, and media law have been widely recognized, making him a sought-after speaker for prestigious organizations like the American Bar Association’s Entertainment and Sports Division and California Lawyers for the Arts.
As a former President of Katahdin Communications, Inc., James led a team in managing legal, engineering, and operational aspects of the company’s broadcasting ventures. This experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of the business side of media and technology, allowing him to provide his clients with not only legal guidance but also strategic business insights. Based in Malibu, California, James is admitted to practice in California, New York.
James’s dedication to excellence and his commitment to understanding the intricacies of both law and technology set him apart. His clients benefit from a comprehensive and innovative approach to legal solutions, tailored to protect their intellectual property and drive their business success in a competitive landscape.
Career Highlights
- Author and co-author of several key publications in intellectual property and multimedia law.
- Served as President of Katahdin Communications, Inc., overseeing corporate legal and engineering functions.
- Frequent speaker at California Lawyers for the Arts and ABA Entertainment and Sports Division forums.
- Provided strategic legal services in technology transfers, film and music contracts, and corporate matters.
Associations
- California Lawyers for the Arts
- American Bar Association, Entertainment and Sports Division
Publications
- New Media: Intellectual Property, Entertainment and Technology Law, Clark Boardman (1997)
- “Facts, Copyrights, Unfair Competition and Contracts: Will NBA v. Motorola Lead to Shrink Wrap Television?” – ABA Entertainment and Sports Lawyer (1997)
- “Regulation on the Information Superhighway” – ABA Entertainment and Sports Lawyer (1994)
- Multimedia Law and Practice – Co-author, Prentice Hall (1994)
- “Interactive Multimedia: What it is, Why it is Important, and What to Know About It?” – Computer Law Journal (1992), European Intellectual Property Review (1993)
- Personal Property Taxation of Computer Software, Kutish Publications (1992, 1993)
- Sales and Use Tax of Computer Software, Kutish Publication (1992, 1993)
Practice Areas
Admitted Jurisdictions
- California
- New Jersey
- United States Patent Bar
Education
- LL.M. in Tax, Villanova Law School, Villanova, PA
- J.D., Delaware Law School, Wilmington, DE
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Computers), Spring Garden College, Philadelphia, PA
Languages
- English
I enlisted the services of James Talbott to review and amend a Work for Hire contract we were negotiating with Glaxo-Welcome Pharmaceuticals. His contributions proved to be invaluable. When the project and contract were concluded, GW demanded that we hand over the source code and specific decision trees developed for the Telephone and Multi-Media Kiosk. However, thanks to the strategic language Mr. Talbott included in the contract and his well-crafted letter addressing GW, they retracted their demand. Jim has since remained a trusted friend and advisor, providing me with legal counsel on numerous other occasions. I wholeheartedly recommend James Talbott, Esq. for legal support and advice, particularly in technical matters.
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