Paul Goldstein

Paul Goldstein is Of Counsel at Morrison & Foerster LLP, San Francisco office, and the Lillick Professor of Law at Stanford Law School. He has been advising the firm since 1988, bringing over five decades of expertise in copyright and intellectual property law to help clients navigate complex legal issues. Paul works closely with lawyers in the firm’s offices worldwide, providing guidance on litigation, licensing, and strategic IP counseling.

Paul earned his B.A. from Brandeis University and his J.D. from Columbia Law School. He is admitted to practice in both New York and California. As a globally recognized authority in copyright law, Paul blends his deep academic background with practical legal solutions that protect clients’ interests and advance their business goals.

In addition to his legal practice, Paul is a prolific author who has written extensively on copyright and intellectual property. His five-volume treatise, Goldstein on Copyright, is widely cited and updated twice a year. He is also the co-author of International Copyright: Principles, Law and Practice, now in its fourth edition. His scholarship continues to shape the field and serve as an essential resource for practitioners, courts, and policymakers.

Paul Goldstein’s contributions to the firm and the wider legal community reflect his commitment to finding innovative solutions to complex IP challenges. Whether advising on due diligence, technology transactions, or high-stakes disputes, he draws on his extensive experience to help clients manage legal risks while achieving meaningful results. Paul remains a trusted advisor to Morrison & Foerster LLP and to clients seeking sophisticated copyright and intellectual property counsel.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Morrison & Foerster LLP
• Member, American Arbitration Association
• Lillick Professor of Law, Stanford Law School

Licensed State

• New York
• California

Education

• Columbia Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brandeis University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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