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.

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  • Upcoming Speaking Engagements

    Lights, Camera, Lawsuit: Defamation in the Entertainment Industry

    Dionne Gordon is a speaker and Emma C. Smizer moderates the CLE presentation "Lights, Camera, Lawsuit: Defamation in the Entertainment Industry" for the Association of Media & Entertainment Counsel (AMEC) event in Frankfurt Kurnit's LA office. The panel looks at risks and strategies surrounding defamation, from development through litigation. Registration and details here.

    May 29 2025

    A Conversation with Doug Emhoff

    Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and Roberta Wolff lead a Q&A with former Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff. They'll talk about how to navigate important advertising and production issues in light of the current political climate. Details here. 

    June 4 2025