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Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz

Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

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Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz

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We have handled many of the seminal IP transactions and litigations in the publishing, marketing, licensing, and new technology fields. Our clients often own or seek IP rights, and our special expertise in the global IP arena helps them succeed.

OUR CLIENTS

We serve a wide range of entertainment companies, performers, writers, fashion models, artists, and celebrities. We also represent major consumer products companies and other corporate brands, advertising and marketing firms, and software, eCommerce, telecommunications, and other technology businesses.

CLIENT BENEFITS

We are special intellectual property counsel to major corporations and individual creators, helping clients capitalize on their intellectual property rights in and across all media.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Our Intellectual Property Group attorneys are members of the Copyright Society of the U.S.A., the International Trademark Association, and major bar associations. We are frequent speakers on licensing topics, and have participated in Licensing International conferences. We have appeared on MSNBC, CNN, and NPR, and published articles in the Journal of Internet Law, World eBusiness Law Report, The Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Journal, Advertising Age, and other trade publications. We have been quoted in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, New York Law Journal, AdWeek, and other publications on IP issues. Law360 included Frankfurt Kurnit in its list of the 100 firms with the most IP partners.

Clients (13)

  • JetBlue Airways
  • Scholastic Inc.
  • Nike
  • John Wiley & Sons
  • Casper Sleep Inc.
  • Northwell Health
  • CVS
  • Bombas
  • Pernod Ricard USA
  • New York Road Runners
  • Cengage Group
  • LIV Golf
  • AYR Wellness

Industries (6)

  • Entertainment
  • Advertising
  • Technology
  • Corporate Brands
  • Finance
  • Media

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Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets - New York

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is a well-regarded firm specializing in trademark and copyright, with wide-ranging experience representing clients in the fashion, entertainment and media spaces. The team is regularly engaged to advise high-profile clients on brand management and IP issues relating to commercial transactions and litigation. The group displays additional expertise in advising game developers and distributors on trademark and copyright issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz represented Northwell Health in defense of a trade dress and false advertising lawsuit filed by NYU Langone Hospitals in the Southern District of New York.

Strengths

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  • Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz attorneys are trusted partners with extensive global knowledge.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA
  • The team has deep knowledge of the law and a highly cooperative, extremely dedicated and service-oriented team.

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  • The firm provides business-focused recommendations and understands risk tolerance.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Catherine M.C. Farrelly
    Band 3Catherine M.C. Farrelly

    Catherine M.C. Farrelly

    Catherine Farrelly cochairs the firm's trademark and brand management group. She brings substantial trademark expertise, frequently advising on matters including portfolio management, registration disputes and enforcement of marks.

    • Catherine is an excellent partner.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA
    • Catherine is at the top of her field. You can be certain that her advice is sound and tailored best to your business and commercial needs.

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  • Band 3Edward H Rosenthal
    Band 3Edward H Rosenthal

    Edward H Rosenthal

    Edward Rosenthal routinely litigates trademark and false advertising matters, with notable expertise in publishing and other media.
  • Up and ComingKimberly M. Maynard
    Up and ComingKimberly M. Maynard

    Kimberly M. Maynard

    Kimberly Maynard handles a range of complex trademark work, including the management and enforcement of global trademark portfolios. She serves as cochair of the firm's trademark and brand management group.

    • Kimberly has experience, knowledge, commercial judgement and great wisdom.

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Ranked Individuals at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz (3)

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