Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC

Long recognized as a leading media, entertainment and advertising law firm, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein + Selz, PC provides the highest quality legal services to clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines.

With more than 100 lawyers, Frankfurt Kurnit represents a diverse group of clients, from Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, charitable organizations and law firms, to celebrities, artists and individuals working in many fields. In addition to advising clients on entertainment, advertising and intellectual property matters, Frankfurt Kurnit has equally strong practices in commercial, media and intellectual property litigation, white- collar criminal defense, corporate and tax law, technology law, privacy and data security, charitable organizations, trusts and estates, legal ethics and real estate. By combining a diverse group of lawyers and practice groups to address any client’s matters, Frankfurt Kurnit brings a unique, client-focused approach to helping clients achieve their goals, whether resolving a dispute, getting the deal done or just planning for the future. Without the obstacles posed by rigid ‘department’ structures or protective ’relationship’ partners, Frankfurt Kurnit prides itself on efficient client service.

Historically known for its entertainment practice, Frankfurt Kurnit expanded into publishing, advertising, public relations, fashion, leisure and marketing services, and so was poised to address the challenges of the digital world. The firm has pioneered the application of intellectual property and entertainment industry business models to new and innovative media. Today it continues to guide large and small players in the full range of interactive communications and entertainment.

In addition to The Legal 500, Frankfurt Kurnit also receives the highest marks from Chambers USA, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers and other lawyer ranking services. 

Main areas of practice:advertising, marketing and public relations, advertising technology, art law, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, branded entertainment, cannabis industry, celebrity branding, charitable organizations, content review and clearance, corporate and finance, cross-border transactions and global media clearance, entertainment, estate planning and administration, executive compensation and employment, employment compliance, training and litigation, fashion, intellectual property, interactive entertainment, IP finance, legal ethics and professional responsibility, litigation, privacy and data security, publishing, real estate, restaurants, social media, sports, tax, technology, trademark and brand management, white-collar defense and investigations.