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Howard Mark Gitten, Copyright Attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida

Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, Entertainment, and General

CounselatLocke Lord LLP

West Palm Beach, FL

Practicing copyright in West Palm Beach since 2002.

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Years practicing
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Howard Mark Gitten is a counsel based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Howard has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.

Based in
West Palm Beach, FL
Experience
over 24 years
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Copyright · Entertainment · General
  • Handles Copyright, Entertainment, and General matters from West Palm Beach, FL.
  • Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Howard Mark Gitten: Howard Mark Gitten is a counsel based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Howard has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.

Areas of practice

Howard's practice areas in West Palm Beach

Howard concentrates on copyright, entertainment, general, international, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Copyright cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Howard takes copyright matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Howard takes entertainment matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.

General cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Howard takes general matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.

International cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Howard takes international matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.

IP cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Howard takes ip matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Howard Mark Gitten, copyright attorney serving West Palm Beach

Howard Mark Gitten is a counsel based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Howard has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP. Howard works from West Palm Beach, Florida and takes on copyright matters across the region.

Mr. Howard Mark Gitten is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, patents and 10 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1982, and has been licensed for 24 years. Howard practices at Locke Lord LLP in West Palm Beach, FL and 1 other location.

Howard's approach to copyright cases

Mr. Howard Mark Gitten is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, patents and 10 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1982, and has been licensed for 24 years. Howard practices at Locke Lord LLP in West Palm Beach, FL and 1 other location.

Clients Howard works with

Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, entertainment, and general matters in West Palm Beach and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Howard studied and practices

  • Case Western Reserve University

    J.D. · 1985

  • University of Pennsylvania

    B.A.S. University · 1982

Jurisdictions

Howard's state bar admissions

  • Florida U.S. Distric

    2002 · ACTIVE

Howard studied at J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A.S. University in University of Pennsylvania.

Law school and academic background

Howard completed J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A.S. University in University of Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Howard's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships Florida Bar Association International Trademark Association

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Locations

Howard Mark Gitten's office in West Palm Beach

Howard's primary office is at 525 Okeechobee Boulevard, Suite 1600, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Locke Lord LLP

525 Okeechobee Boulevard, Suite 1600

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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Hiring guide

How to hire Howard Mark Gitten — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new copyright attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard'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; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a copyright attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright 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 Howard

Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in copyright practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every copyright 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. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many copyright practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Howard Mark Gitten

  • How much does it cost to hire Howard for a copyright case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Howard offer a free consultation?

    Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.

  • How long do copyright cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple copyright 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Howard take my case if I'm outside West Palm Beach?

    Howard is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Howard 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 Howard?

    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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Howard accepting new copyright clients right now?

    Howard'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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