Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC

Leveraging its global presence, the media and entertainment group at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC serves a wide client roster that encompasses banks, celebrity estates, authors, musicians, fashion models, and various professionals in the film, television, theatre, and comedy industries. Notably, as the digital landscape evolves, the team draws on integrated firmwide expertise in privacy and data security matters to advise on transactions related to blockchain technology and Web3 projects for video game and eSports publishers. Co-heading the practice from New York are Andrew Hurwitz, who maintains close relationships with clients in the film and television space, and Michael Williams, who is noted for his experience handling transactions in the fashion industry. Joining them in New York are Richard B. Heller, who focuses on new media and IP, Lisa Davis, whose practice centers on film, publishing, and live stage entertainment, and experienced M&A specialist Marcie Cleary. Also based in New York are Ben Moskowitz, who advises on transactional matters in connection with the production of documentary films and television programs, and Julie Murray, a specialist in television, documentary, digital, comedy, and branded content. A significant addition to the Los Angeles team in July 2023 was Melanie Tomanov, who joined the firm from Katten.