In the Press: Praise
Variety’s Dealmakers 2024
Variety features Andrew Hurwitz on its list of the top entertainment industry dealmakers for 2024, Read more.
December 19, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
Advertising Opt Outs Drive New Privacy Strategies in 2025
Cybersecurity Law Report quotes Daniel M. Goldberg in an article on how the advertising industry is facing greater scrutiny from state AGs as more people opt out of targeted ads. The report covers Google’s backtracking on plans to block third-parties’ tracking cookies amidst adtech’s adoption of cookieless personal identifiers; upcoming legal decisions; and compliance areas that adtech should consider in the coming year. View article. (Behind paywall. Contact author Matt Fleischer-Black for complimentary PDF.)
December 18, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
The Biggest Copyright Decisions of 2024
Law360 quotes Jacqueline Charlesworth on the Hachette Book Group Inc. v. Internet Archive lawsuit, in which the Second Circuit affirmed a Manhattan federal judge’s ruling that a nonprofit’s scanning books to a create e-books was not fair use. (Behind paywall) View Article
December 17, 2024
In the Press
Glue Trap Film: Everything You Need To Know About the Indie Horror Comedy
TechNadu mentions Sasha H. Levites and Mynda R. Krato as counsel to Justin Geldzahler, the writer and director of “Glue Trap,” an Indie horror-comedy, which Gravitas Ventures recently acquired. Geldzahler, known for his writing for “Succession” and “Euphoria,” produced his latest film with Christopher Fox and Norris Guncheon, and executive producer Sara McFarlane. View Article
December 16, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
Deciphering the New CPPA Proposed Regulations for Data Brokers
Cybersecurity Law Report quotes Daniel M. Goldberg on the CPPA's proposed regulations that expand upon and clarify key provisions of the Delete Act, broadening the universe of what entities constitute a data broker. (Behind paywall) View Article
December 12, 2024
In the Press
Google Likely Can’t Nix Suit Over Collection Of Kids’ Data
Law360 mentions Jeremy S. Goldman and Molly Rothschild as counsel to Hasbro Studios, one of the multiple defendants in a class action lawsuit alleging YouTube illegally gathered children’s data using targeted ads. The judge noted she was inclined to dismiss the YouTube channel owners including Hasbro. She cited the lack of allegations that they knew Google was collecting the data in violation of COPPA, thus could not be held secondarily liable. (Behind paywall) View Article
December 11, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
How a Realtors’ Nonprofit Quietly Funds Conservative Advocacy Groups
The New York Times quotes J.J. Harwayne Leitner regarding the National Association of Realtors’ (N.A.R.’s) spending and establishing the American Property Owners Alliance. She represents tax-exempt organizations and noted, “’It looks like N.A.R. created an organization that is a conduit’ for political spending that it may not want traced.” View Article
December 9, 2024
In the Press
Chris Wood & Melissa Benoist To Star in ‘Duo’ Drama in Works at NBC with Rina Mimoun as Showrunner
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Chris Wood and Melissa Benoit. The actors will be featured as an acting couple in the NBC television drama “Duo.” Wood and showrunner Rina Mimoun are writing the Warner Bros. Television script. Benoist also next stars in “The Waterfront,” Kevin Williamson’s drama series on Netflix. View Article
December 5, 2024
In the Press: Quoted
Consumer Lawsuits Seize on Uncertainty Over ‘Plant-Based’
Bloomberg Law quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on environmental marketing terms such as 'plant-based' in the context of growing consumer lawsuits alleging that the term is misleading. View Article
December 4, 2024
In the Press
Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Martha Kelly & Will Price Join Maude Apatow’s ‘Poetic License’
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Wu-Tang Clan member, Method Man (aka Cliff Smith) who has just signed on to join Maude Apatow's directoral debut "Poetic License." View Article
November 25, 2024
In the Press
‘Baby Reindeer’s Nava Mau To Topline Comedic Thriller ‘The Dregs’
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Nava Mau, who has just signed on to star in Connor Martin's directorial debut comedic thriller "The Dregs." View Article
November 22, 2024
In the Press
Fulwell 73 and SpringHill Co. Join Forces to Grow in Film, TV, Documentary, Live Events and Branded Content
Variety mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Fulwell 73 in its merger with The SpringHill Company. The UK company Fulwell 73 founded by Ben Winston, Leo Pearlman, James Corden, Ben Turner and Gabe Turner, will join SpringHill, a company started by LeBron James and Maverick Carter. The new company, with Carter and Pearlman at the helm as co-CEOs, will expand production across TV, film, live events, branded content, commercials, and consumer products. View Article
November 18, 2024
In the Press
‘Sophie’s Choice’ Theater Rights Case Trimmed
Law360 mentions Maura J. Wogan and Molly G. Rothschild as counsel to playwright David Rintels in his lawsuit involving the family of William Styron, the author of Sophie's Choice. The court ruled that Stryon's contract with Rintels had not expired, noting that in 2020 the family accepted a "very substantial option" payment from a production company working with Mr. Rintels. (Behind paywall) View Article
November 12, 2024
In the Press
Memento International Boards Luca Guadagnino-Produced War Comedy ‘Atropia’ Starring Alia Shawkat, Callum Turner (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to “Uncut Gems” actor Hailey Gates, who will make her directorial debut with "Atropia," a war comedy starring Alia Shawkat, Callum Turner, Chloë Sevigny and Tim Heidecker. The feature is based on Gates’ short “Shako Mako” which she originally produced for Miu Miu’s 2019 "Women’s Tales" series. View Article
November 8, 2024
In the Press: Praise
2025 Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”
Best Lawyers' “Best Law Firms” has named Frankfurt Kurnit the Law Firm of the Year for Entertainment Law — Motion Pictures & Television for 2025. Additionally, we are nationally ranked for Advertising Law, Copyright Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Trusts & Estates, Commercial Litigation, and Trademark Law. The firm is metro ranked in 10 practice areas for 2025. Read more.
November 7, 2024
In the Press
Horror Comedy ‘Glue Trap’ Acquired by Gravitas Ventures (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety mentions Sasha Levites and Mynda Krato as counsel to “Succession” and “Euphoria” writer and consultant Justin Geldzahler, whose new Indie horror comedy “Glue Trap” has just been acquired by Gravitas Ventures. View Article
November 5, 2024
In the Press
Kedar Williams-Stirling, Yara Shahidi, Keith Powers & Renée Elise Goldsberry In Talks For Coming-Of-Age Romance ‘Bloom’
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Dane Clarke II and Joel Poku's Pineloft Entertainment, developers and co-producers of the new coming-of-age romance film "Bloom." View Article
November 5, 2024
In the Press
AFM: Judy Greer, Sean Astin, Bryan Cranston, John Goodman to Star in Dark Comedy ‘Chili Finger’ (Exclusive)
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to John Goodman, who is set to star in and executive produce the upcoming Midwestern dark comedy feature "Chili Finger." View Article
November 4, 2024
In the Press
John Krasinski Returning to Star in ‘Jack Ryan’ Movie for Amazon
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Wendell Pierce, who is set to return opposite John Krasinski in the Amazon MGM feature film, "Jack Ryan." View Article
October 31, 2024
In the Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Client Nava Mau Included In Out Magazine’s 2024 Out100 List
Emmy nominated actress Nava Mau is included in Out Magazine's 2024 Out100 list as a "Disruptor" who has helped make the world a better place for LGBTQ+ people. View Article
October 21, 2024
In the Press: Praise
Irish Legal 100 - 2024 Edition
Irish Legal 100 recognizes Catherine Farrelly and Sean Kane in their 2024 edition. The list recognizes distinguished legal professionals of Irish heritage.
October 17, 2024
In the Press
Desus Nice Travel Series In The Works At Amazon
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to comedian Desus Nice, who is working with Story Syndicate and Amazon MGM Studios on a travel series for Prime Video. View Article
October 9, 2024
In the Press
Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried to Star in ‘The Housemaid’ Adaptation for Director Paul Feig
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Amanda Seyfried, who is set to star alongside Sydney Sweeney in an adaptation of Freida McFadden's psychological thriller "The Housemaid." View Article
October 9, 2024
In the Press
‘Sophie’s Choice’ Theatrical Rights Deal Long Over, Court Told
Law360 mentions Maura J. Wogan and Molly G. Rothschild as counsel to playwright David Rintels in his lawsuit over theatrical rights to the 1979 novel Sophie's Choice. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 9, 2024
In the Press
Golden Productions: Golden Child’s Trademark Suits Ends
Lloyd's Intellectual Property Reporter mentioned Kimberly M. Maynard and Michael Salik as counsel to Golden Child Media LLC, resolving its case against Golden Productions, Inc. The report noted the case was voluntarily dismissed against the defendant, ending the trademark disputes.
October 8, 2024
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