Frankfurt Kurnit is a diverse and inclusive law firm both in composition and practice. We are signatories to the New York City Bar’s Statement of Diversity Principles and believe that employing people with varied experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints leads to a firm with different and innovative ideas, knowledge, and approaches, and creates an internal culture that encourages positive relationships and communication. This also allows the firm to appreciate and service clients with varied perspectives and backgrounds.
In 2023, we were proud to have been honored by Lawyers of Color (LoC) with their Aspire Diversity Award. Partners Lisa E. Davis and Terri Seligman were also recognized by The New York Law Journal as 2022 Diversity Initiative honorees.
We regularly host events for our clients, attorneys, and staff, leveraging Frankfurt Kurnit’s deep ties to the media, entertainment, and academic circles. We have hosted roundtable discussions, lectures, and working sessions led by prominent authors and experts on important and cutting-edge issues.
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa E. Davis at (212) 826-5530 or ldavis@fkks.com.
Published Articles
Video Game Law: Everything You Need To Know About Legal and Business Issues in the Game Industry
Gregory Boyd, Sean Kane and Brian Pyne wrote Video Game Law: Everything You Need To Know About Legal and Business Issues in the Game Industry, published by Taylor & Francis/CRC Press. The book is available for pre-order on Amazon and ships August 7, 2018. It serves as a comprehensive resource not only for videogame entrepreneurs breaking in to the field, but also for seasoned interactive entertainment executives. View Article
June 19, 2018
In the Press
Desus & Mero Set To Headline Showtime Late-Night Talk Show
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Desus Nice and The Kid Mero who will headline a weekly late-night talk show on Showtime. View Article
June 19, 2018
In the Press: Praise
Media Law International Praises Frankfurt Kurnit Media Practice
Media Law International ranks Frankfurt Kurnit in “Tier 2” in its specialist guide of global leaders in media law. The guide praises Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and S. Gregory Boyd individually. View Article
June 19, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
US World Cup Selection A Boon For Soccer Deal Attorneys
Law360 quotes Christopher Chase on the advertising benefits the 2026 World Cup will bring to the United States. View Article
June 15, 2018
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In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2018
The Legal 500, a London-based directory of leading lawyers, ranks our Marketing and Advertising group in Tier 1 and our Media and Entertainment group in Tier 2. The Legal 500 also praises our Intellectual Property (Copyright) practice. Read more.
June 12, 2018
In the Press
Amanda Seyfried Joins Kevin Bacon in Blumhouse Thriller ‘You Should Have Left’
The Hollywood Reporter lists Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Amanda Seyfried who will star opposite Kevin Bacon in the supernatural thriller from Blumhouse Productions. View Article
June 12, 2018
Alerts: Sports Law
May/June Sports Industry News
Here's what's happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we head into Summer. Read more.
June 11, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Legal Pitfalls Bedevil Some New #MeToo Policies, Experts Say
Law360 mentions Wendy Stryker in an article about companies strengthening their harassment policies in the wake of the #MeToo movement. Wendy notes anonymous company hotlines have become a popular way to report harassment. (Behind paywall) View Article
June 8, 2018
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SHOOT New Directors Showcase Event Features Insights From Filmmaker Amir Bar-Lev, Cross-section Of Industry Pros
SHOOT online mentions Jeffrey Greenbaum as a panelist for the session “Embracing Change: Inclusion; Tapping Into The Freelance Talent Pool; Agency, Client and Production Company Relationships; New Opportunities” during SHOOT’s New Directors Showcase Event in New York. View Article
June 5, 2018
Alerts: Advertising Law
“Made in the U.S.A.” Claims Continue to be Scrutinized
In 2016, California amended Section 17533.7 of the California Business and Professions Code ("Section 17533"), liberalizing the standard for selling products labeled "Made in U.S.A" to California consumers. Read more.
June 4, 2018
In the Press
Hasbro Registers Play-Doh Smell As Trademark
Law360 lists Catherine Farrelly as counsel to Hasbro who was granted a trademark registration for the smell of Play-Doh by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. (Behind paywall) View Article
June 1, 2018
In the Press
Quinn Emanuel Tiff With Ex-Partners Raises Ethics Questions
Law360 quotes Ronald C. Minkoff in a law firm partnership dispute about contractual restrictions on attorney departures. (Behind paywall) View Article
June 1, 2018
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‘Primates of Park Avenue’ TV Series in the Works
The Hollywood Reporter lists Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Wednesday Martin whose memoir is being developed into a scripted comedy by Lionsgate TV. View Article
June 1, 2018
In the Press
Week Ahead in Intellectual Property
Reuters mentions Jeremy S. Goldman as a speaker for the Copyright Society’s panel discussion “Perfect Storm: Embedding, Linking and Copyright Infringement.” (Behind paywall) View Article
May 30, 2018
In the Press
Bryan Cave Partner Exits LabMD’s Cover-Up Suit, For Now
Law360 mentions Ronald C. Minkoff as counsel to Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP and Mary Beth Buchanan whose cover-up suit against them was dismissed by a New York federal judge without prejudice. (Behind paywall) View Article
May 29, 2018
In the Press
Electronic Retailing Association Government Affairs Conference Fly-In
The AP Washington Report mentions Jeffrey Greenbaum as a speaker at the ERA’s Government Affairs Conference Fly-In in Washington, DC. Mr. Greenbaum moderated a panel on trending topics in direct response advertising. (Behind paywall) View Article
May 25, 2018
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Netflix Picks Up Amazon’s ‘Lost Girls’ With Amy Ryan in Lead Role
SFGATE mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Liz Garbus who will direct the upcoming true-story drama “Lost Girls.”
May 17, 2018
Alerts: Employment Law
How to Comply with New York’s New Anti-Harassment Rules
On April 12, 2018, the New York State Legislature and Governor Andrew Cuomo agreed on new rules for public and private employers aimed at preventing sexual harassment. Read more.
May 14, 2018
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit in Chambers 2018
For the fourteenth consecutive year Chambers USA America's Leading Lawyers for Business recognized Frankfurt Kurnit. Chambers USA ranked us for our: Advertising, Media & Entertainment and Intellectual Property practices. Read more.
May 10, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Avoiding Copyright Issues and Other Legal Pitfalls on Social Media
ANA Magazine’s online publication Association of National Advertisers quotes Candice Kersh about advertising on social media and avoiding potential copyright / privacy issues. (Login required) View Article
May 10, 2018
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Martin Scorsese’s Sikelia Prods., RT Features Join Forces on ‘Murina’
Variety mentions Hayden Goldblatt as counsel to Alamat Kusijanovic who makes her directorial debut in the film "Murina," produced and financed by Martin Scorsese’s company Sikelia Productions. View Article
May 10, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Citing ‘Potential Conflicts,’ Greenberg Traurig Says Giuliani on Unpaid Leave
The New York Law Journal quoted Ronald C. Minkoff on Rudy Giuliani’s leave of absence from Greenberg Traurig to represent President Trump. (Behind Paywall) View Article
May 7, 2018
In the Press
Amanda Seyfried Joins Milo Ventimiglia In ‘The Art of Racing In The Rain’ For Fox 2000
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to actor Amanda Seyfried. View Article
May 3, 2018
In the Press: Quoted
Blind Justice Sees the Way
Variety quotes Victoria Cook about the impact of non-disclosure agreements on Hollywood sexual harassment cases. View Article
April 19, 2018
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In the Press: Praise
2018 Variety Legal Impact Report
Variety features Marcie Cleary in the “Up Next” section of the 2018 Legal Impact Report. She is recognized as a rising lawyer in the entertainment industry. View Article
April 19, 2018
