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.
Adweek quoted Rick Kurnit on "sequential liability" and the problems that may arise when a difficult economy forces commercial production companies and agencies to wait for payment from marketers. View Article
March 9, 2009
The Metroplolitan Corporate Counsel magazine published an article on Frankfurt Kurnit hosting the Association of Corporate Consel's Greater New York Chapter's newly formed Advertising and Marketing Law Committee.
March 1, 2009
The New York Times quoted Barbara Shiers "Good Advice Makes All the difference", an article on estate planning issues. View Article
February 26, 2009
Rick Kurnit was mentioned in a streamingmedia.com article as one of the keynote speakers at the Distributed Computing Industry Association’s upcoming P2P Market Conference on March 17th.
February 16, 2009
Frankfurt Kurnit was mentioned in a Security Systems News article as the host for the panel discussion “Funding, Investment Strategies & Developments in Security Technology 2009." View Article
February 5, 2009
Jeffrey Greenbaum was mentioned in the Federal Trade Commission’s January 2009 Report written by FTC Chairman William Kovacic on the Continuing Pursuit of Better Practices.
January 30, 2009
Rick Kurnit was quoted in Brandweek and Cityfile New York, on Virgin America’s decision to sue a Web site for its Flight 1549-inspired parody. View Article
January 28, 2009
The New York Daily News mentioned Lisa E. Davis in an article on Caroline Kennedy's PR strategy for Governor Paterson. View Article
January 26, 2009
The ABA/BNA Lawyer's Manual on Professional Conduct quoted Ronald Minkoff in an article on the 'Middle Way' group of lawyers' attempt to identify a compromise on the subject of lateral screening.
January 21, 2009
Frankfurt Kurnit has been listed as one of the ”Best Law Firms for Women” by Working Mother magazine and Flex-Time Lawyers LLC. The list honors 50 law firms for their commitment to work-life balance and the success and advancement of women lawyers.
January 21, 2009
Christopher Chase's article, "Lanham Act - Not Right of Publicity - Provides Best Shot for the "Naked Cowboy" appeared in various databases in the Mondaq distribution service and achieved page 1 Google placements for common search phrases. Read more.
December 10, 2008
The Metropolitan Corporate Counsel mentioned Richard Maltz as a panelist for the PLI’s annual ethics update "Learn How to Stay Out of Trouble" on December 22nd. View Article
December 5, 2008
The AM Law Daily and the New York Law Journal both recognized Ronald Minkoff as counsel to Christopher Hughes, an attorney who filed a suit in October against Morgan & Finnegan – his former firm. View Article
December 2, 2008
The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin mentioned Jeffrey Greenbaum’s role as moderator for a panel discussion on current regulatory issues at the PMA’s 30th Annual Promotion Marketing Law Conference.
November 12, 2008
The New York Law Journal published Ronald Minkoff’s Appellate Division Decision in Carl v. Cohen.
November 3, 2008
The Hollywood Reporter recognized Amy Nickin as the lawyer for actor Bradley Whitford in his deal to return as star and producer of the comedy pilot "Off Duty". View Article
October 31, 2008
Michael Frankfurt appeared in the film “Run For Your Life” by Frankfurt Kurnit client and emmy-nominated documentarian Judd Ehrlich. The film explores the creation of the New York City Marathon.
October 29, 2008
Rick Kurnit was quoted in a Bloomberg.com article on Google’s $125 million book suite settlements.
October 28, 2008
The New York Post mentioned Lisa E. Davis in an article about turnover in Governor Paterson's circle of advisors. View Article
October 27, 2008
Edward H. Rosenthal was listed as one of the speakers for the PLI Program on Understanding Intellectual Property Licensing held on October 27th.
October 24, 2008
Jeffrey Greenbaum was listed as program chair for the NYC Bar Association’s Hot Topics in Advertising and Marketing program to be held on October 30th.
October 22, 2008
Advertising Age named Candice Kersh a "Women to Watch". Read more.
October 6, 2008
Sean F. Kane co-authored Landslide: A Publication of the ABA Section of Intellectual Property, Vol. 1, Number 1 with Benjamin T. Duranske.
September 30, 2008
Rick Kurnit was mentioned in a Media Bistro article on the announcement of the ADC’s new president Doug Jaeger. Rick is a member of the board of directors.
September 29, 2008
Rick Kurnit was quoted in a MediaPost article on athletes’ publicity rights in the context of fantasy sports. View Article
September 11, 2008
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