Quick answer: I provide comprehensive music copyright expert-witness services—rapid preemptive and preventative clearance reviews, targeted forensic analyses, and deposition-ready reports—that brands, labels, and litigators rely on to gauge infringement risk and craft strategy. Across many engagements, my assessments have proven remarkably reliable, with only rare divergence between predicted and actual outcomes.
How I help counsel and clients
Action-able opinions — fast. I deliver clear, evidence-based analyses you can cite in pleadings, settlement talks, or discovery strategy.
Court-ready work product. Every memo or report is formatted for easy use as an exhibit and meets the disclosure standards federal and state judges expect.
Plain-English testimony. Whether in deposition or at trial, I translate music theory into concise, listener-level explanations that withstand cross-examination.
Early-stage clearance. For ad agencies, labels, and composers, I flag similarity risks before a track ever ships—reducing litigation odds dramatically.
Proven track record — opinions cited in high-profile matters including Structured Asset Sales v. Ed Sheeran (2025) and Perry v. Hudson (“Dark Horse”).
Dual perspective — composer/producer plus seasoned courtroom communicator.
Recognized authority — quoted by NPR, BBC, Billboard, and law-review journals.
Summary judgment for defendant after my substantial-similarity report showed the deposit copy lacked the accused elements.
Pre-discovery opinion memo convinced plaintiff to drop claim, avoiding six-figure costs.
Determined a three-note ostinato was unprotectable; matter settled the next day.
