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.
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News & Press
Frankfurt Kurnit Named “Law Firm of the Year” for Advertising Law by Best Lawyers
We are proud to announce that Best Lawyers has named Frankfurt Kurnit “Law Firm of the Year” for Advertising Law. This distinction recognizes the firm’s continued strength and leadership in the field, alongside numerous national and regional rankings in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms. Read more.
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Our Attorneys
Chessie da Parma is an associate in the Litigation and Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility Groups at Frankfurt Kurnit. Ms. da Parma advises companies and individuals in a wide range of disputes, including commercial litigation, intellectual property matters, and professional responsibility issues.
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
AI Joke Theft Panel
Amanda Barkin speaks on the panel “AI Joke Theft” during the New York Comedy Festival at Upright Citizens Brigade, hosted by Deadline and the New York Comedy Festival. Read more.
November 14 2026
Turning Privacy Guidance into Operational Controls
Andrew Folks speaks on the panel, “Turning Privacy Guidance into Operational Controls,” during the 2026 IAB State Privacy Law Summit in New York City. Read more.
November 18 2026
