Michael Elkin

Entertainment Law - Music Litigation - Intellectual Property

4.0 (1 reviews)

New York, New York

2+ years experience

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

312-558-5600

https://www.winston.com/en/professionals/elkin-michael-s

200 Park Avenue New York NY US

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Bio

Michael Elkin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television, Entertainment Law - Music and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Michael, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

New York

State Capital

Albany

Highest Court

New York Court of Appeals

Bar Association

New York State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Entertainment Law - Music Litigation - Intellectual Property

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
Recognized: Entertainment Law - Music
Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Practice Area: Arbitration
Practice Area: Communications Law
Practice Area: Copyright Law
Practice Area: Media Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023

Education

Brooklyn Law School, J.D., graduated 1985

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Reviews

Sandra Gonzalez

3 months ago

Expert guidance on a complex music licensing dispute

I engaged Michael Elkin at Winston & Strawn to handle a contentious music licensing issue for my independent production company. While his official profile lists a broad general practice, his deep, specialized knowledge in entertainment law was immediately apparent. He leveraged his recognition in music and intellectual property litigation to craft a nuanced strategy that protected our creative assets while avoiding a protracted court battle. His analysis of the contract, informed by decades of experience since his 1985 graduation from Brooklyn Law School, was exceptionally thorough. The resolution he negotiated was commercially savvy and preserved a crucial industry relationship. My only minor critique is that during particularly busy periods, response times from his office could occasionally stretch to a day or two. However, when we did connect, his attention was complete and his advice was invaluable. For anyone in the creative fields navigating the complexities of New York's entertainment landscape, Michael provides authoritative and practical counsel.