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

    Hot Topics in Advertising and Marketing Law

    Jeffrey A. Greenbaum will be chairing the New York City Bar Association’s annual “Hot Topics in Advertising and Marketing Law” program. The program, which will be held virtually, will include speakers from the Federal Trade Commission, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, the National Advertising Division, the International Chamber of Commerce Marketing and Advertising Commission, and others. Registration information is available here.

    November 14 2025

    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