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

    The Hollywood Reporter’s New York’s Most Powerful Entertainment Attorneys 2026

    Marcie Cleary and Julie M. Murray were recently recognized by The Hollywood Reporter as two of New York’s Most Powerful Entertainment Attorneys for their outstanding work shaping some of the industry’s most compelling projects. Read more.

  • Our Attorneys

    Featured Attorney Headshot

    Julie M. Murray is a partner in the Entertainment Group at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz, who specializes in representing clients in the television, documentary, motion picture, digital, comedy, podcast, and branded content industries.

  • Upcoming Speaking Engagements

    Global Regulatory Hotspots

    Jeffrey A. Greenbaum speaks on “Global Regulatory Hotspots” at “The Next Regulatory Wave:  Risks, Spill-Over Effects, and the Role of Self-Regulation” sponsored by the ICAS Global Think Tank in Milan.  Read more.

    May 18 2026

    Hot Topics in Price Advertising: Phantom Discounts, Hidden Fees & Algorithmic Pricing

    Jason Howell presents, "Hot Topics in Price Advertising: Phantom Discounts, Hidden Fees & Algorithmic Pricing" during the New York City Bar Association's annual Marketing & Advertising Law Program.  Read more.

    May 20 2026