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Warner Bros. Acquires Chris Colfer’s ‘The Land Of Stories’ For Film; Phil Johnston To Adapt Bestseller
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Oscar-nominated filmmaker Phil Johnston, who is set to write the live-action adaptation of Chris Colfer's bestselling book series “The Land of Stories” for film. Johnston's previous credits include projects like “Wreck-It Ralph,” “Zootopia,” and “The Twits,” among others.
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July 23 2025
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‘My Favorite Murder’ Network Teams With Blanchard House On Multi-Project Podcast Deal
Deadline mentions Scott Goldman as counsel to female-led indie documentary production company Blanchard House, who has just signed a multi-project podcast deal with the global true crime hit “My Favorite Murder.” In the future, the pair will co-produce more nonfiction limited audio series.
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July 17 2025
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Dance Theatre of Harlem Announces Marcie Cleary as Newest Board Member
BroadwayWorld announced Marcie Cleary has been appointed to The Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Board of Directors. The article quoted Ms. Cleary stating, “‘I’m so excited to join the Board of Directors of Dance Theatre of Harlem. DTH is a vital cultural institution for the Harlem community, New York City, and…
July 14 2025
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Companies Sought Help From Privacy Vendors. They Still Got Fined
Daniel M. Goldberg is quoted in Bloomberg Law on problems faced by companies who have relied on compliance vendors to help them navigate new privacy laws. The article stated that vendors operating with little oversight, outdated tech have “left businesses with consumer-facing websites open to fines and other enforcement actions.”…
July 14 2025
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The Hollywood Reporter’s 2025 Power List: The Top 33 Attorneys for A-List Athletes, Teams, and Leagues
The Hollywood Reporter includes Marcie Cleary and Christopher R. Chase on its 2025 “Power” list of the top 33 attorneys for A-list athletes, teams, and leagues. Honorees were selected based on client portfolios, groundbreaking cases, scope of deals and for their reputation among their colleagues.
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July 11 2025
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Global Marketing & Advertising Commission Announces Leadership Team
Brand Communicator and Zawya mention Jeffrey A. Greenbaum for being confirmed as an ICC (International Chamber of Commerce) Marketing and Advertising Commission Vice-Chair. The publications note the commission’s new leadership includes Alice Himsworth, Google (United Kingdom) as the Chair; highlighting Victoria N. Uwadoka, Nestlé (Nigeria), along with other recently elected…
July 10 2025
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Animated Feature ‘Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture’ Adds Walton Goggins, Ron Funches, Chris Parnell & Shondrella Avery to Cast
Animation Magazine mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Michael Skolnick, who is set to direct, co-write, and produce the animated comedy-sci-fi feature film “Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture.” The film is currently in production and is expected to wrap at the end of 2026.
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July 10 2025
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The Anatomy of an NAD Challenge
Terri J. Seligman and Eric Unis (NAD) are co-presenters for the session, “The Anatomy of an NAD Challenge” during an ANA Legal Affairs Committee meeting hosted at our New York office. The session will explore the nuts and bolts of pursuing – and defending – an NAD challenge. Terri and…
July 10 2025
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Mobile App Privacy Series Part 1: Top Risks & Latest Enforcements in the US
Daniel M. Goldberg uncovers the top legal risks facing mobile apps today and how new state and federal laws are reshaping enforcement in this webinar with Privado.ai co-founder and CEO Vaibhav Antil. Details and registration here.
July 9 2025
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The Battle over California’s Bill to Regulate how Insurers Handle Personal Data
Rick Borden is quoted in the Continuing Education of the Bar’s (CEB) DailyNews in an article on the proposed California data privacy law, Senate Bill 354, which would extend greater data privacy protections to the insurance industry. The Insurance Consumer Privacy Protection Act (ICPPA) 2025 would expand the California’s existing…
July 8 2025
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ICC Announces New Leadership of Global Marketing and Advertising Body
Jeffrey A. Greenbaum has been elected as a Vice-Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Global Marketing and Advertising Commission. After nominations from ICC’s global national committees, the commission's new leadership was confirmed for a three-year term. Alice Himsworth, Google (United Kingdom), is the new Chair. In addition to…
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July 8 2025
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Litigation Misconduct 2025
Jeremy Bates is a speaker for the Practising Law Institute (PLI) webinar “The Law of Litigation Misconduct – Attorney ‘Deceit or Collusion.’”
July 8 2025
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2025 Just For Laughs Festival
Marcie Cleary leads the roundtable discussion, “Sign Here: No-Nonsense Tips for Your First Contract” during the 2025 Just for Laughs Festival / ComedyPRO in Montreal, Canada. Details here.
June 27 2025
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In a Data-Obsessed World, Attorneys Welcome Privacy Law Specialization
The Los Angeles Times quotes Daniel M. Goldberg on the California State Bar’s decision to offer a specialization in privacy law. Mr. Goldberg stated that the area of privacy regulation has been exploding with growth, with California on the forefront —driving a need for designating leaders in the field. “‘The…
June 26 2025
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‘Spectacularly Transformative’ — and Still Liable: The AI Copyright Showdown Begins
In the first federal court ruling on whether training generative AI models with copyrighted materials constitutes fair use, U.S. District Judge William Alsup issued a mixed but monumental decision on June 24, 2025, in Bartz et al. v. Anthropic PBC (N.D. Cal., No. 24-05417 WHA). The judge hailed Anthropic’s Claude…
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June 26 2025
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‘The Social Network Part II’ in Works at Sony with Aaron Sorkin Set to Write and Direct; Pic Inspired by WSJ’s ‘The Facebook Files’
Deadline mentions Richard Heller and Andrew Hurwitz as counsel to Aaron Sorkin who is set to direct a follow-up film to “The Social Network” for Sony Pictures. Mr. Sorkin’s screenplay delves into the story behind former Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz’s “Facebook Files.” Deadline describes the journalist's award-winning reporting…
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June 25 2025
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Legal, Regulatory Woes Could Mark New Era for Influencers
Hannah E. Taylor is quoted in FTCWatch on class actions against influencers and the brands they represent. Such lawsuits alleging deceptive advertising are now seeking hundreds of millions of dollars in damages. Ms. Taylor discussed this trend and commented on the FTC’s position, the NAD’s increased attention to influencer marketing,…
June 24 2025
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Variety’s 2025 Women’s Impact Report: New York
Variety includes Sasha H. Levites in its 2025 “Women's Impact Report: New York” list of women who have found ways to drive their businesses forward despite the fallout of showbiz strikes, the COVID hangover, and other factors buffeting the media landscape in which they operate.
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June 18 2025
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Hollywood & Mexico: Made for the Big Screen
Larissa Calva Ruiz is speaking at the Consul General of Mexico's event, “Hollywood & Mexico: Made for the Big Screen” in Los Angeles, California.
June 17 2025
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Robert Eggers Writing And Directing ‘A Christmas Carol’ For Warner Bros; Willem Dafoe Top Choice To Star
Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Robert Eggers, who is in development with Warner Bros to write, direct, and produce a retelling of the classic Charles Dickens Christmas ghost story “A Christmas Carol.”
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June 16 2025
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Humanized Growth in the Era of AI
Matthew R.D. Vittone is a speaker in the session “Humanized Growth in the Era of AI” at the Institute for Real Growth (IRG) Cannes Summit at the Cannes Lions International Festival 2025. With Joe Fireman, OpenAI senior legal counsel, he discusses how CMOs can partner with attorneys when leveraging AI…
June 12 2025
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Texas is Second State (After Utah) to Enact “App Store Accountability Act,” Targeting Mobile App Stores
In March 2025, Utah enacted SB 142, the “App Store Accountability Act,” followed by Texas Governor Abbott signing SB 2420 with the same title in late May 2025. Both laws impose new parental consent and age verification requirements on app store operators distributing apps on mobile devices, with Utah's law…
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June 12 2025
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Legal Trends and Tips for Serious Play Projects
Emma C. Smizer is a speaker for the session, “Legal Trends and Tips for Serious Play Projects” during the Serious Play Conference hosted by the Video Game Bar Association in Rochester, NY. Details here.
June 11 2025
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It’s Dangerous to Go Alone: Navigating Financial & Legal Considerations of Video Games
Emma C. Smizer presents the keynote, “It's Dangerous to Go Alone: Navigating Financial & Legal Considerations of Video Games” during the California Society of CPAs' 2025 Entertainment Industry Conference. Details here.
June 11 2025
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Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2025
The Legal 500 recommends Frankfurt Kurnit practice groups and attorneys in its 2025 US edition.
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June 11 2025
