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Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Frankfurt Kurnit’s Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit - Aggressive Bargaining: The Legal and Ethical Boundaries of “Me Too”-era Settlements
On Thursday, October 24th Frankfurt Kurnit hosted its Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit. The second panel of the day focused on the ethical and legal limits of aggressive bargaining in the settlement context, with a special focus on settlements of harassment and discrimination cases in the "Me Too"-era. Read more.
October 30, 2019
Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Frankfurt Kurnit’s Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit - Protecting Your Fees: The Ethics of Fee Claims
On Thursday, October 24th Frankfurt Kurnit hosted its Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit. The first panel of the day focused on how fee disputes arise and how those disputes affect malpractice claims under New York law. Read more.
October 30, 2019
In the Press
‘Genius: Aretha’: Malcolm Barrett, Rebecca Naomi Jones Among Five Cast In Nat Geo Series; Anthony Hemingway To Direct
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Patrice Covington who is set to co-star in “Genius: Aretha” for Nat Geo. View Article
October 29, 2019
In the Press
Amanda Seyfried, Lily Collins Join David Fincher’s ‘Citizen Kane’ Drama
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Amanda Seyfried who joined the cast of “Mank.” View Article
October 16, 2019
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In the Press
Unbossed Podcast
Lisa E. Davis is featured on the Essence “Unbossed” podcast. She discusses her career journey, the importance of protecting intellectual property and our firm. Listen to the podcast here.
October 10, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
Giuliani Faces 4 Privilege Hurdles In Ukraine Call Probe
Law360 published Tyler Maulsby’s analysis of whether President Trump & Rudy Giuliani can rely on the attorney-client privilege to shield Ukraine-related communications from US House of Representatives’ investigators. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 10, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
How SAG-AFTRA Altered Its Deal With Signatory Cos.
Law360 published Brian G. Murphy’s article “How SAG-AFTRA Altered Its Deal With Signatory Cos.” (Behind paywall) View Article
October 10, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Variety: Women’s Impact Report 2019
Julie Murray is listed on Variety’s Women’s Impact Report for 2019. The report features women from the C-suite to agents and artisans who have had a big impact on showbiz this year. View Article
October 9, 2019
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In the Press: Quoted
Did Rudy Giuliani Nullify His Attorney-Client Protections?
ProPublica quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on controversies surrounding Rudy Giuliani’s attempt to invoke attorney-client privilege to shield Trump-Ukraine communications. View Article
October 3, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
Music to Your Ears: Best Practices for Prosecuting Sound Mark Applications
The INTA Bulletin published Catherine Farrelly's article "Music to Your Ears: Best Practices for Prosecuting Sound Mark Applications." Catherine co-wrote the piece with other members of the Non-Traditional Marks Committee, United States Subcommitte. View Article
October 3, 2019
In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz Unveils New HQ
New York Business Journal covers Frankfurt Kurnit’s move to 28 Liberty Street in downtown Manhattan and quotes Managing Partner Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on the new space. (Behind paywall) View Article
September 25, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit: One of the “Best Places to Work in New York City” 2019
Frankfurt Kurnit has once again earned a coveted spot on Crain's New York Business's list of the “Best Places to Work in New York City.” View Article
September 23, 2019
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In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit’s New York Office Moves Downtown
September 23, 2019, New York, NY - Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz, PC today announced that it is moving its New York office to 28 Liberty Street in downtown Manhattan. Read more.
September 23, 2019
In the Press: Praise
BTI Litigation Outlook 2020
BTI Consulting placed Frankfurt Kurnit on its honor roll for our expertise in Intellectual Property Litigation and listed us as a Powerhouse in Complex Commercial Litigation.
September 19, 2019
In the Press
Making Fun of Work
Talkhouse mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Dan Berk and Robert Olsen, the writer-directors of the film “Villains.” View Article
September 19, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
When Prosecutors Bury NYPD Officers Lies
The Gothamist quotes Tyler Maulsby on police officer dishonestly. Mr. Maulsby notes internal information must be documented so it can be disclosed if necessary in future cases. View Article
September 18, 2019
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In the Press: Quoted
The Emerging Role of Antitrust Law in Esports (Part 1)
The National Law Review quotes Sean F. Kane in an article about the application of antitrust concepts to emerging esports leagues and gaming competitions. Mr. Kane notes that, historically, "game publishers had viewed esports leagues and gaming competitions as a way of marketing a particular game title and as a 'necessary evil.'” View Article
September 17, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Presence of Client’s Parents Waived Privilege Claim
The American Bar Association quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on a recent Colorado Supreme Court case. Mr. Minkoff notes the consequences of recording meetings in the presence of a third party. (Behind paywall) View Article
September 16, 2019
In the Press
The Top 12 Changes in the 2019 Commercials Contracts
Extreme Reach features Brian G. Murphy’s blog post “The Top 12 Changes in the 2019 Commercials Contracts.” View Article
September 13, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Thirty Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers Metro List for 2019
Super Lawyers magazine lists thirty Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys in its 2019 NY-area edition. Read more.
September 12, 2019
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In the Press: Quoted
You Guys Suck! The Dos and Don’ts of Comparative Advertising
Ad Age quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on what marketers should do if they think they’ve been wronged by a competitor. Mr. Greenbaum suggests calling the competitor and asking them to change the ad in question. View Article
September 11, 2019
In the Press
The FTC’s Rules for ‘Made in USA’ Marketing are Getting a Fresh Look
Ad Age covers the latest edition of their Marketer’s Brief podcast featuring Jeffrey A. Greenbaum. Mr. Greenbaum discusses how regulators are strengthening rules related to false “Made in the USA” marketing claims. View Article
September 9, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
New York Takes the Lead on Online Document Providers
The New York State Bar Association Journal published Ronald C. Minkoff’s article “New York Takes the Lead on Online Document Providers.” The article discusses the impact of technology on the practice of law specifically, the pros and cons to the recent growth of the online document provider industry. (Reprinted with permission from: New York State Bar Association Journal, September/October 2019, Vol. 91, No. 7, published by the New York State Bar Association, One Elk Street, Albany, NY 12207.) View Article
September 9, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Variety’s 2019 Elite Dealmakers New York
Variety’s 2019 Elite Dealmakers New York list includes our partners Victoria Cook and Richard Heller. The article features attorneys and executives in New York who have shaped show business with big deals over the past year. View Article
September 9, 2019
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Alerts: Sports Law
End of Summer Sports News
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we leave Summer. Read more.
September 6, 2019
