In the Press

Natalie Portman And Producing Partner Sophie Mas Sign Apple First-Look TV Deal

Deadline, Gamesinners and The Hollywood Reporter mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to MountainA, Natalie Portman and Sophie Mas’ production company. View Article

March 18, 2021

Published Articles: In the Press

Lexology Getting the Deal Through: Advertising & Marketing 2021

Lexology Getting the Deal Through published the 2021 edition of Advertising & Marketing. Terri Seligman and Jordyn Eisenpress authored the USA Chapter. View Article

March 18, 2021

In the Press

‘Godfather of Harlem’: Justin Bartha, Annabella Sciorra & Ronald Guttman to Recur in Season 2

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Cliff “Method Man” Smith who guest stars in season two of “Godfather of Harlem.” View Article

March 18, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Female Directors Triumph in Oscar Nominations, but Why is ‘Judas’ the Only Black-Led Film in the Best Picture Race?

USA Today quotes Marcie Cleary on The Academy saying the more diverse the voting body, the more inclusive the nominations. View Article

March 18, 2021

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Frankfurt Kurnit Attorney Discusses Stadia Lawsuit

Class Action Prospector mentions Frances Jensen’s article on the lawsuit against Google’s cloud gaming service Stadia.

March 16, 2021

In the Press

‘City of Ghosts’ Series Adaptation in the Works at ABC Signature, Searchlight Television

Variety mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to David Lowery and Sehaj Sethi who are set to write a series adaptation of the Victoria Schwab novel “City of Ghosts” for ABC Signature and Searchlight Television. David Lowery is also onboard to direct the series. View Article

March 15, 2021

In the Press

Week Ahead in Intellectual Property: March 15, 2021

Reuters mentions Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance's 4th Annual Hot Topics in Global Advertising Law webinar. (Behind paywall) View Article

March 15, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Will Hollywood Require COVID-19 Vaccinations for Workers?

The Hollywood Reporter quotes Tricia Legittino on the implementation of a COVID-19 vaccine passport system. View Article

March 11, 2021

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Alerts

New York State Reopens—and Increases Capacity for—Restaurants and Entertainment Venues

While face coverings and 6 feet social distancing are still required, New York businesses are eager to reopen to the public and increase their capacities. We give a rundown of New York State reopening and increased capacity for restaurants, stadiums, arenas, arts and entertainment, amusement centers, movie theatres and in-person catered events. Read more.

March 9, 2021

In the Press

Town Sports International: NYAG Settles With New York Sports Clubs and Lucille Roberts Over Pandemic-Related Cancellation Charges

MarketScreener shared Jeffrey A. Greenbaum’s blog post, “NYAG Settles With New York Sports Clubs And Lucille Roberts Over Pandemic-Related Cancellation Charges.” View Article

March 8, 2021

In the Press

Brand Battles

Law360 mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Hasbro Inc. who filed an opposition against an application for "Doh-Tato," citing a number of trademarks relating to its "Play-Doh" brand. View Article

March 8, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Davis Polk Defending Paul Hastings in $55M Legal Malpractice Suit Over Rent Terms

The New York Law Journal mentions Ronald C. Minkoff as counsel to West 87 LP and other real estate entities in the malpractice lawsuit against Paul Hastings. Mr. Minkoff notes there was a drafting error in the contract and the lawsuit would exist regardless of any downturn in the real estate market. (Behind paywall) View Article

March 5, 2021

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In the Press: Quoted

NYC Bar Association Joins Push to Have Giuliani Investigated to Be Disbarred

CNN Politics and Mediaite quote Ronald C. Minkoff on the New York City Bar Association’s complaint against Rudolph Giuliani and the attorney discipline process handled by the Attorney Grievance Committee for the First Department in New York. View Article

March 2, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Streaming Services Are Highlighting Black Stories. But There’s Still Lots of Room for Improvement in Elevating Black Voices

Morning Consult quotes Marcie Cleary on the amount of content created by Black individuals on streaming services. View Article

February 28, 2021

In the Press

‘Cobra Kai’ Promotes Vanessa Rubio, Peyton List to Series Regulars for Season 4, Show Adds Two to Cast

The News Trace and Variety mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Vanessa Rubio. View Article

February 27, 2021

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Brand Battles: DC Comics Targets ‘SuperPower’ Shapewear

Law360 mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Hasbro Inc. View Article

February 26, 2021

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In the Press: Quoted

MLRC MediaLawDaily

The Media Law Resource Center’s MediaLawDaily newsletter shared Rebecca Tushnet’s blog post coverage of GALA’s “Hot Topics in Advertising Law in North America” webinar. Jeffrey A. Greenbaum is quoted on online disclosures and green guides. View Article

February 25, 2021

Published Articles: In the Press

Probing the Mysterious “Materially Adverse” Standard for Attorney-Client Conflicts

PLI Chronicle: Insights and Perspectives for the Legal Community published John B. Harris’ article “Probing the Mysterious “Materially Adverse” Standard for Attorney-Client Conflicts” which analyzes ABA Ethics Opinion 497. View Article

February 25, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

With Retroactive 2-Year Suspension, Did Court ‘Underplay’ Gordon Caplan’s Wrongdoing?

The New York Law Journal quotes Richard Maltz on the First Department’s disciplinary decision on the Caplan matter. View Article

February 24, 2021

In the Press

Mark Rylance, Dylan O’Brien, Zoey Deutch & Johnny Flynn To Star In ‘Imitation Game’ Scribe Graham Moore’s ‘The Outfit’; Focus Pre-Buys World Rights From FilmNation

Deadline mentions Sasha Levites as counsel to Scoop Wasserstein who is producing “The Outfit.” View Article

February 23, 2021

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SAG-AFTRA New Influencer Agreement

Extreme Reach features Dorian Slater Thomas’ blog post, "SAG-AFTRA New Influencer Agreement." View Article

February 23, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Apple’s App Privacy Disclosure Regime Risks FTC, Legal Scrutiny

Bloomberg Law quotes Daniel Goldberg on Apple Inc.'s new privacy label requirement for app makers. View Article

February 23, 2021

In the Press

The Hollywod Reporter: 7 Days of Deals

The Hollywood Reporter’s 7 Days of Deals column mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Melissa Benoist, who signed an overall deal with Warner Brothers TV.

February 23, 2021

In the Press: Praise

Fordham Law Class Notes: January 2021

The Insider, Fordham Law’s alumni newsletter includes Sean Kane’s recognition in the Irish Legal 100. View Article

February 22, 2021

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Courts, FTC May Differ On Sponsored Product Review

Law360 publishes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum’s article, “Courts, FTC May Differ on Sponsored Product Reviews.” (Behind paywall) View Article

February 22, 2021