Matthew Powers

Matt Powers is recognized for taking on the toughest copyright enforcement cases and securing decisive results for rights holders. He represents clients in matters involving digital copyright, DMCA enforcement, online piracy, brand protection, and unauthorized distribution of content. He has filed and defended copyright claims across major digital platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitch, while also maintaining a successful record of resolving disputes through formal appeals and litigation when necessary. His enforcement work spans entertainment, music, gaming, consumer brands, and media. Many of the world's leading companies rely on him to protect their intellectual property online, and he is frequently called in on short notice to lead urgent takedown campaigns against large-scale infringement operations. He has directed teams responsible for eliminating widespread piracy networks and removing thousands of infringing uploads across multiple jurisdictions.

Mr. Powers is one of the founding partners of MarksForce, a boutique law firm specializing in copyright enforcement, digital brand protection, and intellectual property counseling. Many of the copyright cases handled by MarksForce are further complicated by issues of contract breaches, fraud, trademark misuse, or fraudulent misrepresentation. Prior to forming MarksForce, Mr. Powers was a managing partner at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, where he gained extensive experience leading high-stakes litigation matters.

Mr. Powers has been recognized as a leading authority in copyright enforcement, with peers describing him as "a superior strategist" who can step into complex matters at any stage, quickly assimilate large volumes of technical and legal detail, and craft clear and effective strategies. He has been praised for his ability to "move quickly and decisively against online infringement" and for consistently delivering results in an environment where rights protection demands both speed and precision.

Mr. Powers is also a frequent speaker at industry events and legal forums, presenting nationally and internationally on issues related to copyright enforcement, digital rights, and evolving challenges for rights holders in the online landscape.