Praise

June 6th, 2024

Frankfurt Kurnit in Chambers USA 2024

For the 20th consecutive year, Chambers and Partners include Frankfurt Kurnit practice groups & attorneys. The 2024 USA guide praises our Advertising, Entertainment, Intellectual Property, and Data Strategy, Privacy & Security practices. In addition, 16 of our attorneys are ranked individually.

On our Advertising practice: Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz has a highly respected advertising team with a strong bench of experts in both regulatory and transactional matters. Its lawyers act for a large number of blue-chip brands, advising on the development of new promotional ventures and ensuring regulatory compliance. The team draws advertising agencies and big media clients through its ability to negotiate high-value deals. It also offers expertise in relation to social media.

Strengths (Quotes from clients): "The associates and partners at Frankfurt Kurnit are equally knowledgeable and attentive to the needs of the client."

"They are able to cover all our needs with deeply specialized experts."

"FKKS always provide clear advice on time being prepared on all matters we bring to their attention."

Work highlights: Frankfurt Kurnit supported Domino’s Pizza with advertising and marketing law compliance.

Notable practitioners:

Jeffrey Greenbaum assists top brands and advertising agencies with compliance review for sophisticated marketing campaigns and also represents clients before the FTC and other regulatory bodies. "Jeffrey is a wonderful partner, always accessible with creative and thoughtful strategies." "Jeff Greenbaum is my go-to for all advertising matters being responsive and practical." "We are very satisfied by his guidance, especially in marketing work."

Candice Kersh is especially well known for her representation of creative agencies. She handles the full gamut of transactional and compliance matters, including branded entertainment and union issues. "Candice is excellent in her field, providing thoughtful, commercial and practical advice."

Brian Murphy has a wide-ranging practice that covers rights clearance, talent agreements and social media marketing. "I rely on Brian to provide expert advice on a wide variety of advertising issues. He works hard to understand the problems to tailor his advice based on the specific priorities of our business."

Terri Seligman is renowned particularly for her representation of clients before the NAD. She holds further strengths advising on regulatory compliance mandates. "Terri is an excellent lawyer. She provides great client service and business-savvy advice." "She offers technical and strategic advice."

Hannah Taylor is developing an impressive reputation as a go-to adviser on complex advertising transactions as well as regulatory matters. "Hannah provides excellent client service." "She is practical, commercially minded and a great partner." "She works seamlessly with non-legal colleagues."

On our Entertainment practice: Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz houses a top-notch entertainment practice catering to individual talent, entertainment companies and investors. The firm offers deep expertise in content licensing, distribution, financing and talent agreements. It demonstrates skills in transactional work involving film, theater and television content, as well as publishing, video games and fashion. It is a preeminent entertainment and media law boutique with growing presence in Los Angeles complementing its long-standing strength in New York. The firm is particularly proficient in the representation of talent in the film and TV industry, including prominent directors and writers.

Strengths (Quotes from clients): “They are my go-to for this kind of work. The team is made up of excellent lawyers who make up an efficient and cost-effective team."

"They behave as part of our team, I almost feel as if they're in-house counsel. They engage with our projects and allow us to make an informed decision with their advice."

"The attorneys demonstrate a strong familiarity of up-to-the-minute developments and the impact of such developments on the business of their clients."

"They are very much on top of things, managing matters seamlessly."

"They are great legal professionals, providing super quick responses with a very high level of knowledge in the media field."

Work highlights: Frankfurt Kurnit represented Warner Music Group's podcast series, Interval Presents, in negotiations with iHeart Media regarding their co-production and distribution. Additionally, Frankfurt Kurnit represented American filmmaker and studio executive James Gunn in becoming Co-CEO of DC Studios and to write and direct Superman.

Notable practitioners:

Marcie Cleary has a broad practice representing clients from the film, television and publishing industries. "Marcie is honest, direct, firm, reliable and trustworthy."

Victoria Cook is highly sought-after by clients in the film and television industry, ranging from major studios to independent film makers. "Victoria is one of the preeminent practitioners representing independent film-makers and demonstrates a highly pragmatic grasp of all aspects of the business." "She has a great understanding of our work, enabling her to be a strong advocate for us." "She is one of the pre-eminent documentary lawyers in the country, without question."

Lisa E. Davis is especially strong in the theater space as part of her broader entertainment practice.

Richard Heller has a strong track record representing talent in television, theater and publishing deals.

Richard Hofstetter is a prominent force in the media and entertainment industry, with particular experience in television deals. "Richard is always there to advise my team."

Sasha Levites is a distinguished attorney in the media and entertainment field, recognized for her work in negotiating distribution and financing agreements as well as work in the documentary sector. "She is very logical about matters, helping us to see the bigger picture. She is also very passionate about our work and will fight for us." "Sasha is extremely effective and responsive."

Andrew Hurwitz is Co-Chair of the Entertainment Group and a founder of the Los Angeles office; He is a key contact.

Mark Merriman is a respected theater attorney, with significant experience representing directors and producers in the industry. "He is amazing and my go-to. He is a pleasure to work with being smart, responsive and fantastic."

On our Intellectual Property practice: Well-regarded trademark and copyright specialists with wide-ranging experience representing clients in the fashion, entertainment and media spaces. Regularly engaged to advise high-profile clients on brand management and IP issues relating to commercial transactions and litigation. Displays additional expertise advising game developers and distributors on trademark and copyright issues.

Strengths (Quotes from clients): "The Frankfurt team is highly competent, responsive and experienced."

"The depth of legal knowledge at FKKS Law across multiple disciplines is exemplary."

"The Frankfurt attorneys offer smart, sophisticated and practical thinking."

Work highlights: Frankfurt Kurnit represented Shake Shack in copyright litigation regarding the bounds of copyright law for fonts and typeface against House.

Notable practitioners:

Edward Rosenthal routinely litigates trademark and false advertising matters, with notable expertise in publishing and other media.

Catherine Farrelly chairs the firm's trademark and brand management group and brings substantial trademark expertise, frequently advising on matters including portfolio management, registration disputes and enforcement of marks. "Catherine is a great lawyer who is both very smart and very practical." "Catherine is very knowledgeable and is well versed in recent updates to applicable law, court cases and regulations." "Catherine's expertise is fantastic. She provides quick, practical advice when it is needed."

On our Data Strategy, Privacy & Security practice: Frankfurt Kurnit has a strong practice with expertise in a broad array of privacy and cybersecurity issues. Displays strengths in guiding clients through the implementation of CCPA and GDPR compliance programs, as well as offering great proficiency in adtech matters.

Strengths (Quotes from clients): "Frankfurt's practitioners are knowledgeable and attentive to the needs of the client."

"The team is really strong."

Work highlights: "Frankfurt Kurnit assisted Wargaming with its privacy compliance efforts around the CCPA and the new comprehensive state privacy laws."

Notable practitioners:

Daniel Goldberg is recommended for his broad-based privacy expertise, often assisting clients with CCPA and GDPR compliance issues. "Daniel is quick and knowledgeable." "He has a great reputation in the space."

Media & Entertainment: Litigation:

Maura Wogan is co-chair of the litigation group at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz. She is well versed in intellectual property matters and frequently litigates copyright infringement claims on behalf of clients in the entertainment sector.