Media, Culture & Commerce

Founded more than 40 years ago as a boutique law firm servicing the entertainment and arts communities in New York City, Frankfurt Kurnit now provides the highest quality legal services to clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines worldwide. With leading practices in entertainment, advertising, intellectual property, technology, litigation, corporate & finance, estate planning, charitable organizations, professional responsibility and other areas, The National Law Journal again named us to its "Midsize Hot List." The Legal 500 describes us as an "exemplary practice [that] well and truly earns its five-star rating." And Chambers USA praises us as “top-notch,” “well-regarded,” and “highly respected.” Whether you are a Fortune 500 company, a start-up, or an individual, Frankfurt Kurnit can help you face challenging legal and business issues and meet your goals with the most efficient and practical solution.

  • News & Press

    Frankfurt Kurnit Named to 2025 List of “Best Law Firms for Talent”

    We are proud to be named once again to Seramount’s “Best Law Firms for Talent” (formerly Best Law Firms for Women) list for our ongoing commitment to inclusive best practices that help all lawyers thrive and do their best work. Read more.

  • Our Attorneys

    Featured Attorney Headshot

    Hannah E. Taylor is Deputy Managing Partner of the firm and a partner in the Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations and Emerging Technology Groups. Ms. Taylor has received praise in Best Lawyers in AmericaThe Legal 500Chambers USA, and was named one of the Top Women Media & Advertising Lawyers in New York by Super Lawyers. She uses her considerable experience to help companies navigate compliance obligations relating to their advertising, technology, branded entertainment, and intellectual property initiatives.

  • Upcoming Speaking Engagements

    Privacy and Data: Navigating Regulatory and Enforcement Challenges

    Emma C. Smizer is moderating the Law & Policy session, "Privacy and Data: Navigating Regulatory and Enforcement Challenges" at the Digital Media Wire LA Games Conference, Law and Finance Summit, held at UCLA. With the increasing use of personal data in games and interactive entertainment, game businesses must navigate a complex and evolving regulatory landscape while balancing compliance, innovation, and player trust. The panel features legal experts, data privacy officers, and industry leaders discussing the key challenges and opportunities. Details here.

    April 28 2025

    Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA) Event

    Matthew R.D. Vittone hosts a Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA) event and is a speaker for the session, "AI Frontiers in Digital Advertising and AdTech" at the Frankfurt Kurnit offices in New York.

    April 30 2025