Verna Law, P.C. is a boutique, niche law firm with a unique focus on Intellectual Property: Copyrights, Patents, Trademarks, Advertising, and Media Law. Anthony M. Verna III, Managing Partner, has been admitted to New Jersey since 2004. Verna Law’s New Jersey office is conveniently located in Ridgewood in Bergen County.
Our Team has over 60 years Combined Experience
Your Work and Copyrights Are Our Priority
Copyright Law is the area of intellectual property rights that protect the the works that you create. These works can be literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works, such as poetry, novels, movies, songs, computer software, and architecture.
If you are not protecting any of these types of work, then you are leaving value not counted for and not calculated.
The primary purpose of copyright law is not so much to protect the interests of the authors/creators, but rather to promote the progress of science and the useful arts—that is—knowledge. To accomplish this purpose, copyright ownership encourages authors/creators in their efforts by granting them a temporary monopoly, or ownership of exclusive rights for a specified length of time.
Copyright law in the United States is crucial for fostering creativity, innovation, and economic growth. It provides creators with exclusive rights to their original works, ensuring they receive recognition and financial reward for their efforts. This legal protection encourages artists, writers, musicians, and other creators to produce new content, knowing their intellectual property is safeguarded.
By granting these exclusive rights, copyright law incentivizes investment in the creative industries, which significantly contribute to the U.S. economy. The ability to control the use, distribution, and reproduction of their works allows creators to monetize their efforts, sustaining livelihoods and driving further artistic and technological advancements.
Moreover, copyright law balances creators’ rights with public access, promoting a rich and diverse cultural landscape. It ensures that works eventually enter the public domain, allowing future generations to build upon and be inspired by previous creations. This balance between protection and access underpins a dynamic cultural and intellectual environment.
Additionally, copyright law provides a legal framework to address unauthorized use, reducing piracy and protecting the interests of creators and consumers. This framework is essential for maintaining the integrity and value of creative works in an increasingly digital world.
The Verna Law New Jersey office is conveniently located close to the train station in Ridgewood, NJ, which is served by the NJT Main Line and the Bergen Line.
Copyright Law Firm serving Bergen County
Copyright Registrations
No matter your copyright needs, we will work with you to find the most cost-effective copyright filing solution for original works of authorship at the U.S. Copyright Office of the Library of Congress. This includes copyright registration, licensing, copyright enforcement, copyright defense, copyright infringement and preventing the importing of fake products. We an register all artistic works and creative works that qualify under the Copyright Act. Federal copyright protection is the only way to protect works under the Copyright Act. Intellectual property assets require registration. We offer cost-effective copyright filing solutions. Learn More
Copyright Litigation
We fight for your original work of authorship. Our team has a combined 60-plus years of experience in litigation around copyright law (the Copyright Act and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act). Managing Partner, Anthony M. Verna III, is admitted in New Jersey and all federal courts in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and he understands the importance of legal action to protect the work that you create, whether it is a person’s or a company’s intellectual property. The unauthorized use of a work that falls under the Copyright Act is copyright infringement and we work to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Learn More
Copyright FAQ
It’s understandable to have questions about copyrights and copyright protections. Here we answer some of the most frequently asked questions around copyright law. From what is a copyright and how long does it last, to defining copyright infringement and whether you need to file and register a copyright, to what works are copyrightable works.Do you know what a work in a tangible medium of expression is? Did you know copyright law can only protect the expression of an idea and not ideas themselves? How does an author become the owner of the copyright? What is protected when computer software is registered? Learn More
Our Copyright Law Team
Anthony M. Verna III
Managing Partner
Anthony is a member of both the New York and New Jersey Bars, as well as the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. He is a sought-after business speaker, and has built Verna Law, P.C. to have a strong focus on Trademark, Service Marks, Unfair Competition, Copyright, Domain Names, Entertainment, Trade Secrets, and Advertising law, providing Intellectual Property services for modern businesses who want to promote and protect themselves and stand out in this market. Anthony has extensive experience in copyright registrations, licensing, and litigation. Being a New Jersey copyright lawyer is important to Anthony, who received his legal education at Rutgers Law School. Anthony plays guitar and tuba. Learn more about Anthony here.
Wil Jacques
Patent Agent
With over 25 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, sales, strategic marketing, and technology licensing for government, industrial, and private sector organizations and clients, Wil is a patent valuation and licensing issues expert registered at the United States Patent & Trademark Office. His focus is on assisting early-stage companies in attracting capital investments and out-licensing opportunities with larger more established market players including government, venture capital firms, and medium to large-size corporations. Wil has drafted patents for medical devices, computer software, business methods, mechanical devices, and consumer products. Wil is registered to practice at the United States Patent and Trademark Office and handles all the patent applications that Verna Law, P.C. files. Wil is an avid golfer. Learn more about Wil here.
Judy Endejan
Litigation Consultant
Judy focuses on telecommunications, media and intellectual property issues. With a unique blend of private practice and in-house experience, Judy is an experienced attorney who spent ten years with GTE Corporation (now Verizon), acquiring substantial experience in public utility regulation and administrative law. She has also served as General Counsel for Fisher Communications, Inc., a major Northwest broadcast corporation, allowing her to create a comprehensive strategy in litigation. Judy is one of our copyright attorneys with extensive knowledge, as she has represented a copyright owner of musical works in federal court before joining Verna Law. Learn more about Judy here.
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