In the Press
Author Dean Koontz Signs Five-Book Deal With Amazon Publishing
Deadline and Publishers Weekly mention Richard Heller as counsel to best-selling author Dean Koontz who recently signed a deal with Amazon Publishing imprint Thomas & Mercer for five books and six short thrillers. View Article
July 24, 2019
In the Press
Matt Damon Teaming with Tom McCarthy for ‘Stillwater’
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Tom McCarthy who is set to direct the new feature film “Stillwater” starring Matt Damon. View Article
July 23, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit Named to List of “Best Law Firms for Women” 2019
We are very pleased to announce that Working Mother magazine has once again named Frankfurt Kurnit to its "Best Law Firms for Women" list.
July 16, 2019
In the Press
Witchcraft Acquires Psychological Horror ‘She Came Back’ As Part of Their Underrepresented Writer Mandate
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook as counsel to Rod Blackhurst who is set to direct the upcoming psychological horror “She Came Back.” View Article
July 11, 2019
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Brat Inc: MGA Entertainment’s Dispute Over “BRATZ” Mark Dismissed
Lloyd’s Intellectual Property Reporter mentions Maura Wogan, Jeremy S. Goldman, and Kimberly Maynard as counsel to Brat, Inc. in its trademark dispute with MGA Entertainment, Inc. The case was dismissed.
July 10, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Kirkland Lawyers in Spotlight Amid New Epstein Criminal Case
The New York Law Journal quotes John B. Harris on the ethics of meetings between prosecutors and defense lawyers in an article about accused sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein. (Behind paywall) View Article
July 10, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Drugmakers Face Tough Free Speech Fight on List Prices in TV Ads
Bloomberg Law quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on pharmaceutical companies challenging a new government rule requiring them to disclose drug list prices in TV ads. Mr. Greenbaum notes the lawsuit raises important questions about the new rule and if it’s going to be alleviated by the requirements. (Behind paywall) View Article
June 26, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Hollywood Faces “Devastating” Costs from California Bill Targeting Gig Economy
The Hollywood Reporter quotes Tricia L. Legittino on how the newly passed AB 5 bill in California could affect the entertainment industry. View Article
June 20, 2019
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In the Press
The Michael Harrison Interview Podcast Features Jeffrey A. Greenbaum
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum was the featured guest on The Michael Harrison Interview podcast. Jeff spoke about advertising compliance, the FTC, influencers and social media. Listen to the podcast here. Talkers also highlights the podcast. View Article
June 18, 2019
In the Press
American Black Film Festival Features Events in South Beach
Local10.com mentions Lisa E. Davis, Marcie Cleary and Sean Jefferson’s master class “Making the Deal – Knowing What Matters” in its coverage of American Black Film festival in Miami. View Article
June 17, 2019
In the Press
NYWIFT: Power Player Breakfast Terry Lawler
Below the Line mentions Frankfurt Kurnit in their coverage of The New York Women in Film & Television’s finale Power Player Breakfast of the season. View Article
June 11, 2019
In the Press
SHOOT New Directors Showcase Event Features Insights from Two-Time DGA Award Winner Matthew Heineman
Shoot Online mentions Jeffery A. Greenbaum in its overview of the 17th Annual New Directors Showcase Event. Mr. Greenbaum spoke about arising legal issues between advertising and entertainment. View Article
June 11, 2019
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Subcontractor Can’t Duck $8.7M Home Depot Damages Award
Law360 mentions Caren Dector as counsel to an injured worker in a lawsuit against Home Depot and its subcontractor Bryan’s Home Improvement Corp. (Behind paywall) View Article
May 31, 2019
In the Press
Scholastic, Houghton Mifflin Settle Reading Program TM Row
Law360 mentions Edward H. Rosenthal as counsel to Scholastic in a trademark infringement case with Springboards to Education Inc. (Behind paywall) View Article
May 30, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2019
The Legal 500 praises four of our core practice groups: Marketing and Advertising; Media and Entertainment; Intellectual Property (Copyright); and Cyber Law (Data Privacy and Data Protection). The London-based directory spotlighted 18 of our attorneys individually: Gregory Boyd, Christopher Chase, Victoria Cook, Daniel M. Goldberg, Hayden Goldblatt, Jeremy Goldman, Richard Heller, Andrew Hurwitz, Sean Kane, Candice Kersh, Gavin McElroy, Brian G. Murphy, Edward H. Rosenthal and Maura Wogan. Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, Rick Kurnit and Terri Seligman are listed as “Leading Lawyers” in Advertising and Marketing. Hannah Taylor is listed as “Next Generation Lawyer” in Marketing and Advertising.
May 29, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Ariana Grande, Louis C.K. Concert Rules Push Copyright Limits
Bloomberg Law and Ticket News quote Rick Kurnit on celebrity efforts to control use of their image and performances in news stories. View Article
May 28, 2019
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In the Press
Top 5 Global Issues Among Ad Self-Regulatory Bodies
Marklives mentions Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and his GALA presentation about global advertising trends. View Article
May 28, 2019
In the Press
SHOOT Sets Panels and Announces Sponsors for May 30th New Directors Showcase Event At The DGA, NYC
Shoot Online mentions Jeffrey A. Greenbaum as a speaker on the “Living on the Cutting Edge of Content” panel at the SHOOT 2019 New Directors Showcase. View Article
May 23, 2019
In the Press
Cannes: ‘Amanda Knox’ Director Rod Blackhurst to Helm ‘Blood for Dust’ (Exclusive)
The Hollywood Reporter and Shoot Online mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Rod Blackhurst who is set to direct “Blood for Dust” from Witchcraft Motion Picture Company. View Article
May 22, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Nespresso-Compatible Labels Focus of Trademark Suit
Bloomberg Law quotes Catherine Farrelly on the trademark infringement case between Nespresso and Jones Brothers Coffee Co. (Behind paywall) View Article
May 22, 2019
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In the Press: Quoted
Game of Trademarks: How ‘Thrones’ Shields its Brand
Law360 quotes Catherine Farrelly on entertainment franchises filing trademarks for their successful shows that result in merchandise opportunities. (Behind paywall) View Article
May 22, 2019
In the Press
SAG-AFTRA’s New Commercials Contract Explained: Who May Benefit
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Brian G. Murphy’s summary of the Alternate Compensation Structure (ACS) that is part of the Memorandum of Agreement for the 2019 SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract. View Article
May 16, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
Lexology Getting the Deal Through: Advertising & Marketing 2019
Lexology Getting the Deal Through published the 2019 edition of Advertising & Marketing. Rick Kurnit and Hannah Taylor authored the USA Chapter and Rick served as contributing editor. View Article
May 14, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Federal Judge Did Not Disclose Connection to Player in Lawsuit, Records Show
Daily News quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on ethics concerns over a judge's failure to disclose an association with a fellow judge named in an lawsuit they presided over. View Article
May 13, 2019
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In the Press: Praise
Frankfurt Kurnit Ranked as a Best-Branded Law Firm in the BTI Brand Elite 2019
Corporate counsel ranked Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz as a best-branded law firm in the BTI Brand Elite 2019. This was based solely on in-depth interviews with more than 694 corporate counsel at the world’s largest and most influential companies.
May 10, 2019