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 in Chambers USA 2025

    For the 21st consecutive year, Chambers and Partners included Frankfurt Kurnit in its select rankings of the country’s leading law firms and attorneys. After receiving more than 70,000 client responses and researching for seven months, Chambers recognized our AdvertisingEntertainmentIntellectual Property, and Data Strategy, Privacy & Security practices. They listed 20 of our attorneys as industry leaders, adding Matthew Vittone debuting this year as an “Up and Coming” attorney in Advertising: Transactional & Regulatory law. Read more.

  • Our Attorneys

    Featured Attorney Headshot

    Matthew Vittone is counsel to the Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations Group representing agencies, brands, and media companies in connection with advertising, branded entertainment, intellectual property, and digital media matters. He is recognized by Chambers USA, Best Lawyers in America, and The Legal 500.

  • Upcoming Speaking Engagements

    Current Ethical Issues for In-House Counsel & Those Who Advise Them: Litigation Perspectives

    John B. Harris co-chairs a CLE webinar, "Current Ethical Issues for In-House Counsel & Those Who Advise Them: Litigation Perspectives," hosted by the New York City Bar. Details here.

    June 9 2025

    AI, Advertising, and the Future of Creativity

    Jeffrey A. Greenbaum speaks on “AI, Advertising, and the Future of Creativity” in Cannes at an event sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance.

    June 17 2025