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In the Press
Lawsuit Filed by Former Martin Agency Exec Tossed from Federal Court; Separate Case Continues in Circuit Court
Richmond BizSense mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as part of the team who represents Martin Agency and Interpublic Group, in a defamation lawsuit filed by a former executive. View Article
August 7, 2020
Alerts: Estate Planning Law
New York Remote Document Execution Expires August 5th
New York State Executive Order 202.48, issued July 6, 2020, which extended New York’s remote document execution procedures, is set to expire on August 5, 2020. Read more.
August 4, 2020
Alerts: In the Press
HBO Inks First-Look Deal With SVP Talent Development Kelly Edwards
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Lisa E. Davis as counsel to Kelly Edwards. Ms. Edwards will transition from her executive role to focus solely on writing and producing content for HBO, HBOMax and Turner. View Article
August 3, 2020
Alerts
New York Revises Real Estate Foreclosure Procedures
On March 20, Governor Cuomo issued a blanket moratorium on foreclosure by lenders of any residential or commercial property until June 20, 2020. This protection was extended to August 20, 2020 for residential or commercial mortgages owned by someone “that is eligible for unemployment insurance or benefits under state or federal law or otherwise facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On June 24, 2020, New York’s Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence Marks procedurally extended the foreclosure moratorium by forbidding until August 20, 2020: (1) entertaining or deciding any foreclosure cases other than motions to discontinue a pending case and (2) issuing judgments of foreclosure except for vacant and abandoned property. Read more.
July 28, 2020
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In the Press: Quoted
A Rare Look Inside Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Draws Legal Threats
The New York Times quotes Victoria Cook on the project “Immigration Nation.” Ms. Cook represents filmmakers Christina Clusiau and Shaul Schwarz. (Behind paywall) View Article
July 24, 2020
In the Press: Quoted
From Music Star To Avatar: Tech-Savvy Lawyers Share Tips For Negotiating Artist Appearances In Video Games
Billboard quotes Sean Kane on in-game concerts performed by popular music artists. (Behind paywall) View Article
July 24, 2020
In the Press
How Privacy Laws are Affecting Advertising & Marketing Around the World
The Internationalist speaks with Daniel Goldberg and other GALA members involved in creating the “Global Privacy Law’s Handbook.” Listen to the discussion here.
July 23, 2020
HBO to Adapt Ta-Nehisi Coates’ ‘Between the World and Me’ as Event Special
Deadline mentions Lisa E. Davis as counsel to Kamilah Forbes who is set to direct the television adaption of “Between the World and Me” for HBO. View Article
July 23, 2020
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Alerts: Entertainment Law
New York City Reopens for Film and Television Production
On July 17, 2020 NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that, with the City entering Phase Four of Reopening on Monday July 20th, 2020, film and television production in the City can restart again in earnest. Read more.
July 21, 2020
In the Press
Mediaspace: Exclusive Video Interview with Daniel Goldberg
Mediaspace interviews Daniel Goldberg on challenges in privacy law and privacy opportunities within the advertising and media space. Watch the interview here.
July 20, 2020
Rising Star: Frankfurt Kurnit’s Daniel Goldberg
Law360 profiled Daniel Goldberg as a Rising Star in the privacy and cybersecurity fields. View Article
July 17, 2020
In the Press: Quoted
Victoria Cook in Variety’s 2020 Legal Impact Report
Variety’s 2020 Legal Impact Report includes Victoria Cook for the deals she is closing for filmmakers, directors and on-air talent. The list includes legal professionals who made the biggest deals for entertainment industry clients in the past year. View Article
July 15, 2020
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In the Press: Praise
Variety’s 2020 Legal Impact Report
Variety’s 2020 Legal Impact Report includes Marcie Cleary, Lisa E. Davis, and Deborah Wolfe for their work in the podcast space. The list includes legal professionals who made the biggest deals for entertainment industry clients in the past year. View Article
July 15, 2020
In the Press: Quoted
Who’s Selling Data? New California Privacy Law Gives Users More Control
The Hollywood Reporter quotes Daniel Goldberg on the California attorney general’s enforcement of the California Consumer Privacy Act. View Article
July 10, 2020
In the Press
IAA Launches First-Ever “Global Privacy Laws Handbook” Over Virtual Book Launch
The Daily Star, The Free Press Journal (view article) and Advertising & Media Insider India (view article) mention Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and Daniel Goldberg in their coverage of the International Advertising Association and Global Advertising Lawyers Association’s virtual book launch. View Article
July 9, 2020
In the Press
IAA - GALA Privacy Laws Handbook Launch
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and Daniel Goldberg spoke during the International Advertising Association and Global Advertising Lawyers Association’s Privacy Laws Handbook launch. Watch the recording here.
July 8, 2020
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Alerts: Estate Planning Law
New York Extends Remote Document Execution to August 5, 2020
By Executive Order 202.48 issued July 6, 2020, New York’s remote document execution procedures are extended through August 5, 2020. Read more.
July 7, 2020
Alerts
Payment Protection Program Extended through August 8, 2020
On July 3rd, President Trump signed legislation extending the application deadline for the Paycheck Protection Program until August 8th. Read more.
July 7, 2020
In the Press: Praise
Law360 Rising Stars 2020
Daniel Goldberg is listed as one of the top Cybersecurity & Privacy attorneys under 40 honored by Law360 as Rising Stars. View Article
July 6, 2020
Alerts
New York Updates Pandemic Foreclosure Procedures
On March 20, Governor Cuomo issued a blanket moratorium on foreclosure by lenders of any residential or commercial property until June 20, 2020. This protection was extended to August 20, 2020 for those residential or commercial mortgages owned by someone “that is eligible for unemployment insurance or benefits under state or federal law or otherwise facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.” Read more.
June 30, 2020
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In the Press
Virtual Round Table: Brands in a Time of Crisis
Catherine Farrelly spoke during the “Brands in a Time of Crisis” Marques virtual discussion. Watch to the virtual round table on the MARQUES website. (free to members; €50 for non-members) View Article
June 30, 2020
Alerts
PPP Application Process Updates
Here are two important news items for businesses participating in, or seeking to participate in, the Small Business Administration (SBA)’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Read more.
June 30, 2020
Alerts: Sports Law
June Sports Industry News 2020
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we enter summer. Read more.
June 29, 2020
In the Press
Michael Shannon, Kate Hudson to Star in Comedy ‘Shriver’
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to writer-director Michael Maren who is set to direct the upcoming film "Shriver." View Article
June 26, 2020
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Bill Murray & Anne Hathaway To Star In Canine Pic ‘Bum’s Rush’
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Sarah Green who is set to produce the upcoming film “Bum’s Rush.” View Article
June 24, 2020