Floyd Abrams, Entertainment Attorney in New York
Over 65 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratCahill Gordon & Reindel LLP
New, NY
Practicing entertainment in New York since 1961.
- 65+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Floyd Abrams is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Floyd has over 65 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 65 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · IP · Litigation
- Handles Entertainment, IP, and Litigation matters from New York, NY.
- Over 65 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Floyd Abrams: Floyd Abrams is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Floyd has over 65 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Floyd Abrams
Floyd concentrates on entertainment, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Floyd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Litigation
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Entertainment cases in New York
Floyd takes entertainment matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Floyd agrees to represent you.
IP cases in New York
Floyd takes ip matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Floyd agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Floyd takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Floyd agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Floyd Abrams — Over 65 years of New York entertainment experience
Floyd Abrams is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Floyd has over 65 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Floyd Abrams is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex litigation, u.s. supreme court litigation and 2 other areas of law. Floyd received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years. Floyd practices at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP in New York, NY.
How Floyd handles entertainment matters
Floyd Abrams is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex litigation, u.s. supreme court litigation and 2 other areas of law. Floyd received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years. Floyd practices at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP in New York, NY.
The kind of cases Floyd takes
Floyd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, ip, and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Floyd Abrams's legal education and bar admissions
Yale Law School
J.D. · 1960
Cornell University
B.A. · 1956
Jurisdictions
Floyd's state bar admissions
New York Indiana
1961 · ACTIVE
Floyd studied at J.D. in Yale Law School and B.A. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Floyd completed J.D. in Yale Law School and B.A. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Floyd runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Floyd Abrams
Floyd has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Floyd Abrams's office in New York
Floyd's primary office is at 32 Old Slip, New York, NY, 10005. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Floyd Abrams — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Floyd. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in New York.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Floyd Abrams — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Floyd usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Floyd charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Floyd will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Floyd
Floyd discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Floyd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Floyd's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Floyd Abrams
How much does it cost to hire Floyd for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Floyd walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Floyd offer a free consultation?
Floyd charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Floyd's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in New York typically take?
Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Floyd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Floyd take my case if I'm outside New York?
Floyd is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Floyd will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Floyd?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Floyd will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Floyd accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Floyd's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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