Media, Culture & Commerce

Founded more than 40 years ago as a boutique law firm servicing the entertainment and arts communities in New York City, Frankfurt Kurnit now provides the highest quality legal services to clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines worldwide. With leading practices in entertainment, advertising, intellectual property, technology, litigation, corporate & finance, estate planning, charitable organizations, professional responsibility and other areas, The National Law Journal again named us to its "Midsize Hot List." The Legal 500 describes us as an "exemplary practice [that] well and truly earns its five-star rating." And Chambers USA praises us as “top-notch,” “well-regarded,” and “highly respected.” Whether you are a Fortune 500 company, a start-up, or an individual, Frankfurt Kurnit can help you face challenging legal and business issues and meet your goals with the most efficient and practical solution.

  • News & Press

    Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to New York Metro Super Lawyers List for 2025

    Super Lawyers magazine lists 39 attorneys in its 2025 edition. Read more.

  • Our Attorneys

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    Jeffrey A. Greenbaum is one of the country’s leading advertising lawyers. He has been the Managing Partner of Frankfurt Kurnit since 2010 and a partner in the firm’s Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations Group, with extensive experience representing advertisers, advertising agencies, and social media and other online platforms on advertising and intellectual property matters.

  • Upcoming Speaking Engagements

    Commercial Leases for Restaurant Franchises: Key Issues for the Parties; negotiation and Drafting Strategies

    Larry Welch is presentng a CLE webinar titled "Commerical Leases for Restaurant Franchises: key Issues for the Parties; Negotiation and Drafting Strategies". This presentation will cover key negotiation and drafting strategies for commercial leases involving franchised restaurant businesses, with a focus on ensuring the lease aligns with the franchise agreement and minimizes client risk.

    November 21 2025