The advertising, marketing and public relations group at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC is co-chaired from New York by advertising experts Jason Howell and Brian Murphy. Transactional advertising matters are where the firm shine, assisting with advertising production and clearance, sponsorships, joint promotions, talent and licensing agreements. Other key areas of the practice include regulatory compliance, adtech legal issues and blockchain-based technology projects. Managing partner Jeffrey Greenbaum is noted for his expertise in representing advertisers, advertising agencies and social media platforms in advertising issues. Murphy advises companies on developing advertising material, Candice Kersh advises a myriad of advertising agencies and agency holding companies and Christopher Chase focuses on rights clearance and regulatory issues. Seligman handles a mix of transactional and regulatory matters, while Taylor is noted for her expertise in blockchain and emerging technologies. Terri Seligman and Hannah Taylor are also recommended. Holly Melton joined from Crowell & Moring LLP in May 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Overall, I find the team extremely knowledgeable and up-to-date with everything going on in the advertising industry. It's moving extremely fast right now, and having Frankfurt Kurnit Klein Selz as a resource is invaluable.’
- ‘Jeff Greenbaum is a superstar. He's an expert in the field and just a great guy overall.’
- ‘The team is the most knowledgeable legal team I've worked with when it comes to the world of advertising and marketing. What makes them unique is that they truly understand the nuances of our industry and provide a depth of perspective when they share their recommendations. ’
- ‘Frankfurt Kurnit is my go-to firm for advertising and marketing issues. Their expertise and responsiveness is unmatched.’
- ‘Candice Kersh is a true partner that I trust with my life. Her knowledge is above and beyond her category expertise and amazes me every time. Matthew Vittone - I can't see anyone making my job easier. He knows exactly what we want and need without me needing to tell him. Mara Canner helps us get through difficult corporate legal projects that we barely understand. Larry Welch's follow-through and care is beyond anything I've come across. ’
- ‘Candice Kersh is the absolutely best in the business, hands down. She and her team, Matthew Vittone in particular, are engaged not just in the contracts they negotiate, but in the work we do.’
Key clients
- Wieden+Kennedy Northwell Health, Inc. Domino’s Pizza National Football League (NFL) Airbnb Consumer Cellular Vice Media Group Pop’N Creative Deutsche Family Wine & Spirits Quality Experience Ready, Set, Rocket MSQ Mother Industries Special Group Jacki Kelley Super Serious BIC Etsy Madison Square Garden Entertainment Capital One
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Practice head
Jason Howell; Brian Murphy
Other key lawyers
Jeffrey Greenbaum; Christopher Chase; Candice Kersh; Matthew Vittone; Mara Canner; Larry Welch; Holly Melton; Terri Seligman; Hannah Taylor