Marc D. Ostrow

Practice areas

Entertainment & Sports, Intellectual Property

Focus areas

Copyrights, Entertainment, Sports & Leisure Law

Marc D. Ostrow, a seasoned entertainment and sports attorney affiliated with Romano Law PLLC in New York, assumes the role of senior counsel within the firm. His legal repertoire encompasses a broad spectrum of activities, ranging from litigating copyright infringement cases to safeguarding organizations in legal disputes. Over the course of his career, Ostrow has diligently represented a diverse clientele, which includes composers, authors, recording artists, and music publishers.

Ostrow’s academic journey began with his exceptional performance as an undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated with magna cum laude honors. His major in English and minor in music laid the foundation for his future endeavors. He subsequently selected the University of Chicago Law School as the platform for his legal studies, ultimately earning his Juris Doctor degree in 1989.

Admitted to the New York Bar in 1990, Mr. Ostrow embarked on his legal career, initially as a senior attorney in a prominent New York-based firm, where he dedicated half a decade of service. Throughout his professional journey, he navigated a diverse array of work environments, including private practice, major corporations, and startups, advocating on behalf of numerous luminaries in the fields of music, such as Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winners.

Leveraging his strategic acumen and deep industry expertise, Mr. Ostrow orchestrated initiatives that enhanced profitability and operational efficiency at the New York office of a music publisher headquartered in London. His extensive legal portfolio features successful resolution of multifaceted issues for clients, encompassing copyright matters, intellectual property concerns, contractual disputes, business affairs, and legal intricacies related to acquisitions, asset transactions, and dispute resolution.

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Ostrow has contributed to legal education as an adjunct professor at a prominent law school renowned for its music law curriculum for the past five years. He has also developed a video presentation on the fundamentals of music law, available as part of Lawline’s Continuing Legal Education offerings for credit. His professional standing is reflected in accolades such as an AV Preeminent* rating from Martindale-Hubbell and a remarkable Avvo score of 9.8 out of 10.

Previously, Mr. Ostrow assumed the role of trustee at the Copyright Society of the USA and held board memberships at various professional organizations, including the Music Publishers Association and the New York Chapter of the Association of Independent Music Publishers. Recognized as an accomplished speaker, he frequently imparts his insights at diverse forums and institutions and is a sought-after source for leading newspapers.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks utilized under license, consistent with Martindale-Hubbell’s certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® administers the peer-review rating process, with ratings reflecting the anonymous evaluations of legal peers and members of the judiciary. These ratings cover both legal proficiency and overall ethical standards.