Alerts: Sports Law
2019 Holiday Sports Industry News
Here’s what’s happening at the intersection of sports, marketing, and entertainment law as we enter the holiday season. Read more.
December 16, 2019
Please find the agenda for Frankfurt Kurnit's 3rd annual Tech Law Summit on May 6, 2025 below.
2:00 p.m. Opening Remarks
2:10 p.m. A Practical Discussion of Emerging Privacy Law & Enforcement - Presentation
Daniel M. Goldberg and Keir Lamont (FPF)
3:00 p.m. Data-Driven Advertising - Presentation
Andrew Folks, Tony Ficarrotta (NAI), and Cassidy Sehgal-Kolbet (LVMH)
3:45 p.m. Break
4:00 p.m. AI Regulation & Governance
Rick Borden, Emily Jones (Simmons & Simmons), and Tatiana Rice (FPF)
4:45 p.m. Pixel Litigation: What You Need to Know - Presentation
Caren Decter and Regina Gerhardt
5:30 p.m. Break
5:45 p.m. AI IP Challenges & Contract Solutions - Presentation
6:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception
Alerts: Employment Law
Get Ready for New York Minimum Wage and Exempt Salary Changes
Increases to the New York State minimum hourly wage for non-exempt employees and increases in the minimum salary for exempt administrative and executive employees take effect on December 31, 2019. The required minimum rate and salary depends on the employee’s location and number of employees. Read more.
December 11, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
‘Resident Evil’ Stunt Performer Drops Injury Lawsuit in L.A.
The Hollywood Reporter quoted Joseph R. Taylor on legal developments in the Jackson vs. Anderson litigation in California. Joe is part of the Frankfurt Kurnit team representing director Paul W. Anderson and producer Jeremy Bolt. View Article
December 6, 2019
In the Press
Baby Goldblatt is in The Hollywood Reporter
The birth announcement of Rowan Bennett Goldblatt, Hayden Goldblatt's son, is featured in the Hollywood Reporter. View Article
December 6, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Irish Legal 100 - 2019 Edition
Irish Legal 100 named Sean F. Kane to their list for 2019.
December 3, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Elon Musk Asks Judge to Throw Out Suit Over ‘Pedo’ Insult
Stock Daily Dish mentions Rick Kurnit’s quote from the New York Post about the lawsuit against Elon Musk stemming from his Twitter post about a British rescue diver.
November 25, 2019
In the Press
Paulina Porizkova Hires Lawyer in Late Husband Ric Ocasek’s Estate Case
Page Six mentions Linda Wank as counsel to Paulina Porizkova. View Article
November 19, 2019
In the Press
James Comey Miniseries Finds Its Barack Obama In Kingsley Ben-Adir; Brian d’Arcy James, Steve Zissis & Shawn Doyle Also Set
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Brian d’Arcy James who is set to star in the CBS studios adaptation of “A Higher Loyalty.” View Article
November 18, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Leaders League Intelligence Report 2019
Leaders League lists Frankfurt Kurnit in the top tier of their intelligence report as a leading firm in Advertising & Marketing. Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, Rick Kurnit and Terri Seligman are listed as key figures. View Article
November 14, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Variety’s New Leaders 2019
Variety lists Sasha Levites as one of the next generation leaders in the entertainment business. Sasha is the only attorney listed. View Article
November 14, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
Six Things Applicants Need to Know About NY’s Character and Fitness Process
The New York Law Journal published Tyler Maulsby and Nicole Hyland’s article “Six Things Applicants Need to Know About NY’s Character and Fitness Process.” (Behind paywall) View Article
November 11, 2019
In the Press
‘Thelma & Louise’ Star Geena Davis Turns Rebel On The Run Once More In ‘Cowgirl’s Last Ride’ From Resonate Entertainment
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to Kris Hunt who wrote the upcoming film “Cowgirl’s Last Ride” starring Geena Davis. View Article
November 11, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
FTC Tells Influencers To Disclose Paid Endorsements – Again
Digital News Daily quotes Terri Seligman on the Federal Trade Commission’s new disclosure guide for social media influencers. View Article
November 11, 2019
In the Press: Praise
2020 Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" ranked Frankfurt Kurnit nationally in "Tier 1" in Advertising, Copyright, Entertainment - Motion Pictures and Television, Trademark, and Trusts & Estates Law, "Tier 2" in Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy) and Media Law. View Article
November 1, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
For Frankfurt Kurnit, Firm’s Focus on ‘A Few Key Practice Areas’ Drives Growth
The New York Law Journal interviews Jeffrey A. Greenbaum as part of their Q&A series with midsize firm leaders. Mr. Greenbaum discusses the firm culture and future plans ahead. (Behind paywall) View Article
November 1, 2019
Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Frankfurt Kurnit’s Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit - FKKS Ethics Game Show
To cap off the Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit our panel challenged some brave audience members to participate in a contest of ethical wits. Read more.
October 30, 2019
Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Frankfurt Kurnit’s Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit - Aggressive Bargaining: The Legal and Ethical Boundaries of “Me Too”-era Settlements
On Thursday, October 24th Frankfurt Kurnit hosted its Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit. The second panel of the day focused on the ethical and legal limits of aggressive bargaining in the settlement context, with a special focus on settlements of harassment and discrimination cases in the "Me Too"-era. Read more.
October 30, 2019
Alerts: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Frankfurt Kurnit’s Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit - Protecting Your Fees: The Ethics of Fee Claims
On Thursday, October 24th Frankfurt Kurnit hosted its Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit. The first panel of the day focused on how fee disputes arise and how those disputes affect malpractice claims under New York law. Read more.
October 30, 2019
In the Press
‘Genius: Aretha’: Malcolm Barrett, Rebecca Naomi Jones Among Five Cast In Nat Geo Series; Anthony Hemingway To Direct
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Patrice Covington who is set to co-star in “Genius: Aretha” for Nat Geo. View Article
October 29, 2019
In the Press
Amanda Seyfried, Lily Collins Join David Fincher’s ‘Citizen Kane’ Drama
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Amanda Seyfried who joined the cast of “Mank.” View Article
October 16, 2019
In the Press
Unbossed Podcast
Lisa E. Davis is featured on the Essence “Unbossed” podcast. She discusses her career journey, the importance of protecting intellectual property and our firm. Listen to the podcast here.
October 10, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
Giuliani Faces 4 Privilege Hurdles In Ukraine Call Probe
Law360 published Tyler Maulsby’s analysis of whether President Trump & Rudy Giuliani can rely on the attorney-client privilege to shield Ukraine-related communications from US House of Representatives’ investigators. (Behind paywall) View Article
October 10, 2019
Published Articles: In the Press
How SAG-AFTRA Altered Its Deal With Signatory Cos.
Law360 published Brian G. Murphy’s article “How SAG-AFTRA Altered Its Deal With Signatory Cos.” (Behind paywall) View Article
October 10, 2019
In the Press: Praise
Variety: Women’s Impact Report 2019
Julie Murray is listed on Variety’s Women’s Impact Report for 2019. The report features women from the C-suite to agents and artisans who have had a big impact on showbiz this year. View Article
October 9, 2019
In the Press: Quoted
Did Rudy Giuliani Nullify His Attorney-Client Protections?
ProPublica quotes Ronald C. Minkoff on controversies surrounding Rudy Giuliani’s attempt to invoke attorney-client privilege to shield Trump-Ukraine communications. View Article
October 3, 2019
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