William M. "Bill" Borchard
Awarded Practice Areas
Copyright Law Trademark Law
Biography
William M. Borchard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Copyright Law and Trademark Law.
William M., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2003. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Overview
- English
- Columbia University, LL.B, graduated 1964
- Princeton University, BA, graduated 1960
- New York, First Department
- English
- New York, First Department
- Columbia University, LL.B, graduated 1964
- Princeton University, BA, graduated 1960
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Copyright Law
- Trademark Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Entertainment Law - Music
- Information Technology Law
Special Focus:
- Trademark
News & Media
Case History
Transactions
- Empire State Realty Trust
Advised on trademark issues when ownership of 20 iconic real estate properties including the Empire State Building were placed in a trust that was the subject of a public offering. The transaction involved assignments, licenses, and related considerations and was valued at close to $1 billion.
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