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Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC

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Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC offers comprehensive advertising and marketing transactional services as well as advice on regulatory compliance matters. The firm, based in New York, has experience in advertising production and media clearance, talent agreements and contracts, as well as sponsorships. Areas of recent growth particularly cover AdTech deals and advice on the use of influencers in social media campaigns. The team is co-chaired by Terri Seligman and Hannah Taylor – Seligman is highly regarded for representing clients in competitive advertising disputes before the NAD, broadcast networks, and state and local enforcement agencies, while Taylor’s concentration on media-related agreements and compliance matters has led her to frequently appear before regulatory bodies such as the FTC. Taylor’s experience in digital media, blockchain, and AI is central to the practice’s work in emerging technology. Candice Kersh specializes in structuring entertainment deals, negotiating talent agreements, and advising on advertising campaigns. Jeffrey Greenbaum is particularly noted for his prowess in advertising regulation, SAG-AFTRA issues, and clearance matters. Brian Murphy and Christopher Chase are active on cases relating to copyright, trademark, and rights.

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  • ‘Provided practical and well-reasoned representation and advice.’

  • 'Frankfurt Kurnit is one of the most trusted names in advertising law.'

  • 'We have never had an experience with them that was anything less than prompt, courteous, and thorough.'

  • 'The team is always willing to make best efforts to meet our client deadlines with little notice, and their work is always seamless.'

  • 'Frankfurt Kurnit is uniquely positioned in the market around an expertise in marketing and advertising and stays up to date on the ever-changing media and technology landscape.'

  • 'Very commercially aware and can advise on a wide range of risks - including emerging issues such as AI.'

  • 'The firm has a range of expertise that covers every possible legal need of our agency.'

  • 'Unique ability to understand their client's business and tailor their relationship and advice to suit the business's needs.' 

Key clients

  • T-Mobile
  • Copperweld Bimetallics
  • Elysium Health
  • Casper Sleep
  • PepsiCo
  • BIC
  • Northwell Health

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Terri Seligman, Hannah Taylor