Marcie Cleary
Marcie Cleary is a partner in the Entertainment Group at Frankfurt Kurnit. An experienced strategist and negotiator, Ms. Cleary structures media and entertainment deals for actors, athletes, writers, directors, producers, news correspondents, podcasters, social media influencers, and corporate clients.
She represents individuals and companies across film, television, digital media, broadcasting, sports, and book publishing.
Ms. Cleary is widely regarded as one of the podcast industry’s most experienced lawyers. She has structured deals for creators, hosts, on-air talent, producers, and underlying rights holders. Ms. Cleary has represented experienced and emerging comedians for more than a decade in negotiating deals for stand-up specials, scripted and unscripted series, films, and recorded albums. She also represents current and retired athletes in negotiating brand endorsement, broadcasting, film and television, and entertainment deals, and in developing “off-the-court” media and entertainment ventures.
Ms. Cleary has received numerous awards and recognitions from leading entertainment and legal industry observers. The Hollywood Reporter named her to its 2025 “Power” list of the Top 33 Attorneys for A-List Athletes, Teams, and Leagues, and to its 2024 and 2023 “Power Lawyers” lists of top entertainment lawyers in New York. Variety featured Ms. Cleary in its Legal Impact Report in 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020, its Women’s Impact Report: New York in 2024, and its Dealmakers Impact Report in 2022 and 2021. Best Lawyers in America recognized Ms. Cleary in its 2026 and 2025 “Best Lawyers” editions for Entertainment and Sports Law and in its “Ones to Watch” list in 2024 and 2023. Ms. Cleary was ranked in Chambers USA for Entertainment & Media: Advisory in 2025, 2024, and 2023. The Legal 500 highlighted Ms. Cleary in its Media & Entertainment Law edition in 2024, 2023, and 2022. And both Super Lawyers and Business Insider have recognized Ms. Cleary as one of the leading lawyers for digital creators and influencers.
Before joining Frankfurt Kurnit, Ms. Cleary was a corporate associate at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, where she represented William Morris Endeavor Entertainment (WME) in its strategic partnership with Silver Lake, and Apollo Global Management in its acquisition of CKX, Inc., the rights-owner of the American Idol franchise and Elvis Presley Estate.
Ms. Cleary is a board member of Dance Theatre of Harlem, Comedy Gives Back, and RAISEfashion. She is an advisory board member of the New York University Lawyer Alumni Mentoring Program, and a former lecturer at the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale. Ms. Cleary is admitted to practice in New York.
Areas of Expertise
Recent Recognition
The Hollywood Reporter‘s 2025 “Power” List: The Top 33 Attorneys for A-List Athletes, Teams, and Leagues
Variety‘s Legal Impact Report (2020-2025)
Variety‘s “Women’s Impact Report: New York” (2024)
The Hollywood Reporter‘s Power Lawyers 2024: New York’s Top 25 Entertainment Attorneys
The Hollywood Reporter‘s Power Lawyers 2023: New York’s Top 25 Entertainment Attorneys
The Hollywood Reporter’s Power Lawyers 2021: New York’s Top 20 Entertainment Attorneys
Lawdragon‘s 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers (2025)
Best Lawyers in America (2025-2026)
Best Lawyers in America “Ones to Watch” (2021-2024)
Chambers USA – Media & Entertainment: Advisory (2023-2025)
New York-area “Super Lawyer” – Entertainment & Sports (2023-2024)
The Legal 500 for Media and Entertainment (2022-2024)
Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report (2021-2022)
Super Lawyers New York-area “Rising Star” (2020-2021)
Super Lawyers New York-area “Top Rated” Entertainment & Sports Attorney (2023-2025)
Variety‘s “Up Next” List of the 2018 Legal Impact Report
Business Insider – Top 13 Leading Attorneys
Education
Yale Law School (J.D.)
-Editor of the Yale Journal of Law and Technology
-President of the Yale Entertainment and Sports Law Society
New York University (B.A., magna cum laude)
Contact
- P 212.705.4851
- F 347.438.2171
- mcleary@fkks.com
Events
LAMP Career Day Panel + Mixer
04.20.26
RAISEfashion Masterclass: Before You Sign
03.22.26
Legal and Business Affairs for Creators: Navigating Rights, Revenue, and Risk
02.18.26
Marcie Cleary speaks on the webinar “Legal and Business Affairs for Creators: Navigating Rights, Revenue, and Risk,” hosted by The Copyright Society.
The Future of Nonfiction Video
02.07.26
Victoria Cook, Julie Murray, Melissa Georges, and Marcie Cleary speak at The Future of Nonfiction Video conference, produced by The Video Consortium and hosted by the Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism.
Development for Screenwriters
01.21.26
Marcie Cleary is a guest speaker for the University of Texas at Austin's Moody College of Communication "Development for Screenwriters" webinar.
Mine the Business That Pays You (Owning IP & NIL: Protecting Artistry, Formulas & Brand Identity; Content Creation & Owning Your Story)
11.10.25
Marcie Cleary is speaking on the panel Mine the Business That Pays You (Owning IP & NIL: Protecting Artistry, Formulas & Brand Identity; Content Creation & Owning Your Story) at the Harlem Fashion Row x Black Beauty Roster: The Beauty Collective -- The Business of Beauty in Fashion, taking place at the L’Oréal Headquarters in Hudson Yards. This panel explores how beauty professionals and creators can protect and monetize their intellectual property, name/image/likeness, and brand identity while navigating contracts, content creation, and long-term business growth.
2025 Just For Laughs Festival
07.25.25
Marcie Cleary leads the roundtable discussion, “Sign Here: No-Nonsense Tips for Your First Contract” during the 2025 Just for Laughs Festival / ComedyPRO in Montreal, Canada. Details here.
Hot Topics in Trademark & Copyright Law
06.26.25
Marcie Cleary speaks on an Entertainment panel during a "Hot Topics in Trademark & Copyright Law" conference hosted by the New York Intellectual Property Law Association (NYIPLA). Details here.
Avoid the Pitfalls: Common Mistakes Emerging Designers Make in Running Their Fashion Businesses
05.28.25
Marcie Cleary and Michael Williams present the Masterclass, "Avoid the Pitfalls: Common Mistakes Emerging Designers Make in Running Their Fashion Businesses" during RAISEfashion's 2025 Brand Fellowship Program.
NYU’s LAMP Career Panel 2025
04.29.25
Marcie Cleary is a speaker for NYU's 2025 Lawyer Alumni Mentoring Program (LAMP) Career Panel.
Students and Alumni of Yale Alumni Tea
02.10.25
Marcie Cleary is a speaker for the Students and Alumni of Yale (STAY) Alumni Tea at Yale University. She will discuss how to break into the entertainment law industry, negotiating high-profile deals in film, television, and digital media, and the role of lawyers in the influencer and digital creator economy.
Hooray for Madison Avenue! How a Brand Can Become a Player in Hollywood
11.12.24
Marcie Cleary and Victoria Cook are panelists for the session, "Hooray for Madison Avenue! How a Brand Can Become a Player in Hollywood" during the 2024 ANA Masters of Advertising Law Conference in Scottsdale, AZ. Details here.
Finance 101: What Screenwriters Need to Know
10.16.24
Marcie Cleary is a panelist for the session, "Finance 101: What Screenwriters Need to Know" during Industry 101's Event Series. Details here.
The FilmmakeHERS
06.26.24
Marcie Cleary is a guest speaker for the female filmmakers and digital content creators community group, "The FilmmakeHERS." Details here.
RAISEfashion Brand Fellowship Program
06.19.24
Marcie Cleary and Michael Williams are speakers for a Masterclass during the 2024 RAISEfashion Brand Fellowship Program. Details here.
Money: Foster a Healthy Relationship
04.06.24
Marcie Cleary is a speaker during the session, "Money: Foster a Healthy Relationship" hosted by Build UP.
Diverse Representation: Creating a Thriving Career in TV and Film
10.25.22
Marcie Cleary is on the panel, “Creating a Thriving Career in TV and Film” during an event hosted by Diverse Representation.
CalCPA’s 52nd Annual Entertainment Industry Conference
06.21.22
Marcie Cleary is a speaker during CalCPA’s 52nd Annual Entertainment Industry Conference.
USC Digital Entertainment Class
03.31.22
Marcie Cleary speaks to the University of Southern California’s Digital Entertainment Class during their class session on, “The Legalities” (Deal Points, Rights, and Talent Agreements).
Northwestern Arts & Entertainment Law Week.
01.27.22
Marcie Cleary participates on a Virtual Film/TV Panel during Northwestern Arts & Entertainment Law Week.
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Radio-Television-Film
10.01.21
Marcie Cleary speaks to UT Austin's Development for Screenwriters class on her role as an entertainment attorney.
Diverse Representation Portal Conversation
06.22.21
Marcie Cleary participates in a Portal Conversation sponsored by Diverse Representation on the roles of an entertainment attorney.
Marcie Cleary and Yale Law
04.16.21
Marcie Cleary speaks to Yale Law School’s Visual Law Project and the Yale Entertainment and Sports Law Association on careers in entertainment law.
Clubhouse Series: How Clubhouse is Changing the Podcast Game
03.18.21
Join Hannah Taylor (@hannahetaylor) and Marcie Cleary (@marciecleary) on the Clubhouse app for a discussion on how Clubhouse is changing the podcast game. To participate, join Hannah’s room, The Laws of Advertising, on March 18 at 2pm EST.
Unlock Her Potential: The Art of Negotiation
12.12.20
Marcie Cleary presents “The Art of Negotiation” during a Build UP session with Unlock Her Potential founder, Sophia Chang.
Athena Pre-Law Society: Entertainment Law Event
11.16.20
Marcie Cleary is a guest speaker during the Athena Pre-Law Society at Barnard College’s Zoom event introducing students to entertainment law.
Women in Law Series
11.05.20
Marcie Cleary presents “Navigating the Path to Partnership” during a Women in Law Series presented by Teale & Co.
Yale Law School – Lawyers as Leaders: The Art of Successful Advocacy and Leadership
10.15.20
Marcie Cleary speaks to Yale Law students on her leadership journey in private practice, including building out her practice in entertainment law during the Yale Law & Business Society’s Lawyers as Leaders program.
COVID-19 & the Entertainment Business: Survival Tips for Creatives (Part II)
04.29.20
Lisa E. Davis and Marcie Cleary speak during the Diverse Representation webinar "COVID-19 & the Entertainment Business: Survival Tips for Creatives (Part II)" focusing on questions from creatives about the current production landscape. Register here.
COVID-19 & The Entertainment Business: Survival Tips for Creatives
04.14.20
Lisa E. Davis and Marcie Cleary speak during the Diverse Representation webinar "COVID-19 & The Entertainment Business: Survival Tips for Creatives."
People of Color in Entertainment
02.29.20
Marcie Cleary speaks on the business panel at the People of Color in Entertainment program in Los Angeles.
News
39 Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to New York Metro Super Lawyers List for 2025
10.30.25
This list inlcudes: S. Gregory Boyd, Christopher Chase, Marcie Cleary, Victoria Cook, Lisa Davis, Caren Decter, Catherine Farrelly, Melissa Georges, /people/hayden-goldblatt/Hayden Goldblatt, Jeffery Greenbaum, John Harris, Richard Heller, Richard Hofstetter, Nicole Hyland, Sean Kane,Candice Kersh, Richard Maltz, Jeffrey Marks, Kimberly Maynard, Gavin McElroy, Mark Merriman, Ronald Minkoff, Brian Murphy, Edward Rosenthal, Terri Seligman, Barbara Shiers, Wendy Stryker, Hannah Taylor, Linda Wank, S. Jean Ward, Michael Williams, and Maura Wogan.
Additionally, Aaron Deitsch, Christina Jenkins, Jesse Klinger, Khasim Lockhart, Jordyn Milewski, Katelyn Patton, and Molly Rothschild are listed as Rising Stars.
The Best Lawyers in America 2026
08.21.25
We are pleased to announce that Best Lawyers — the oldest and one of the most respected peer-reviewed lawyer recommendation services — continues to recommend Frankfurt Kurnit. 56 Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys are recognized in the 2026 edition.
Dance Theatre of Harlem Announces Marcie Cleary as Newest Board Member
07.14.25
BroadwayWorld announced Marcie Cleary has been appointed to The Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Board of Directors. The article quoted Ms. Cleary stating, “‘I’m so excited to join the Board of Directors of Dance Theatre of Harlem. DTH is a vital cultural institution for the Harlem community, New York City, and the world. As a DTH parent, it also has been an important institution for me personally. DTH doesn’t just teach students dance; it teaches essential life skills and gives them an invaluable sense of community.’”
BroadwayWorld noted, “Marcie Cleary is a partner in The Entertainment Group at Frankfurt Kurnit, where she represents clients across film, television, digital media, podcasting, and publishing. Her clients include actors, athletes, writers, directors, producers, podcasters, influencers, and media companies. Widely recognized as one of the nation’s top entertainment lawyers, she has been named to The Hollywood Reporter’s “Power Lawyers” list [2023–2025], Variety’s Legal and Dealmakers Impact Reports (2020–2025), and The Legal 500’s Media & Entertainment list (2022–2024), among other honors.” View Article.
The Hollywood Reporter’s 2025 Power List: The Top 33 Attorneys for A-List Athletes, Teams, and Leagues
07.11.25
The Hollywood Reporter includes Marcie Cleary and Christopher R. Chase on its 2025 "Power" list of the top 33 attorneys for A-list athletes, teams, and leagues. Honorees were selected based on client portfolios, groundbreaking cases, scope of deals and for their reputation among their colleagues.
Frankfurt Kurnit in Chambers USA 2025
06.05.25
For the 21st consecutive year, Chambers and Partners included Frankfurt Kurnit in its rankings of the country’s leading law firms and attorneys. Chambers recognized our Advertising, Entertainment, Intellectual Property, and Data Strategy, Privacy & Security practices. They listed 20 of our attorneys as industry leaders, and included for the first time Matthew Vittone as an “Up and Coming” attorney in Advertising: Transactional & Regulatory law.
Variety’s 2025 Legal Impact Report
04.10.25
Variety's 2025 Legal Impact Report includes Marcie Cleary, Victoria S. Cook, Andrew Hurwitz, and Joshua M. Lewin for their work in the entertainment space. /people/hayden-goldblatt/Hayden Goldblatt, Alan D. Sacks, Sean Jefferson, and Larissa Calva Ruiz are included for their work in the film and TV financing space. The report spotlights the leading attorneys in the entertainment industry over the past year.
Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to New York Metro Super Lawyers List for 2024
10.24.24
Super Lawyers magazine lists 42 attorneys in its 2024 edition.
THR’s Power Lawyers 2024: New York’s Top 25 Entertainment Attorneys
09.19.24
The Hollywood Reporter includes Marcie Cleary, Lisa E. Davis, and Michael Williams in its "Power Lawyers" list of the top 25 entertainment attorneys in New York for 2024.
The Best Lawyers in America 2025
08.15.24
Best Lawyers in America recognizes 48 Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys in the 2025 edition.
‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Adds Gina Yashere As Recurring
07.26.24
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to Gina Yashere, who has joined the cast of "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" in a recurring role. Yashere will play an Academy instructor in the Paramount+ series.
Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2024
06.24.24
The Legal 500 praises four of our practice groups in 2024: Advertising & Marketing, Media & Entertainment, Advertising & Marketing (Litigation), and Cyber Law (Data Privacy & Data Protection). The London-based directory spotlighted thirty of our attorneys individually.
Frankfurt Kurnit in Chambers USA 2024
06.06.24
For the 20th consecutive year, Chambers and Partners include Frankfurt Kurnit practice groups & attorneys. The 2024 USA guide praises our Advertising, Entertainment, Intellectual Property, and Data Strategy, Privacy & Security practices. In addition,16 of our attorneys are ranked individually.
Variety’s 2024 Women’s Impact Report: New York
04.30.24
Variety includes Marcie Cleary and Lisa E. Davis in its 2024 "Women's Impact Report: New York" list.
Variety’s Legal Impact Report 2024: Meet Hollywood’s Top Entertainment Attorneys
04.17.24
Variety’s Legal Impact Report 2024 includes Marcie Cleary, Andrew Hurwitz, and Amy Nickin.
THR’s Power Lawyers 2023: New York’s Top 25 Entertainment Attorneys
09.27.23
The Hollywood Reporter includes Marcie Cleary, Lisa E. Davis, and Michael Williams in its Power Lawyers list of the top 25 entertainment attorneys in New York for 2023.
39 Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers New York Metro List for 2023
09.14.23
Super Lawyers magazine lists 39 Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys in its 2023 NY-metro edition.
#FromTheFrontLines: These Entertainment Lawyers Break Down What Black Creatives Are Striking For
08.18.23
Essence spoke with Marcie Cleary on the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes over ongoing labor disputes with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers.
The Best Lawyers in America 2024
08.17.23
Best Lawyers in America recognizes 44 Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys in the 2024 edition.
Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2023
06.07.23
The Legal 500 once again praises Frankfurt Kurnit practice groups and attorneys in the 2023 edition of their United States guide.
Frankfurt Kurnit in Chambers USA 2023
06.01.23
For the 19th consecutive year, Chambers and Partners includes Frankfurt Kurnit practice groups & attorneys. The 2023 USA guide praises our Advertising, Entertainment, Intellectual Property, and Privacy & Data Security practices. In addition,15 of our attorneys are ranked individually.
Variety’s Legal Impact Report 2023: Hollywood’s Top Entertainment Dealmakers and Litigators
04.19.23
Variety’s Legal Impact Report 2023 includes Marcie Cleary, Victoria Cook, Melissa Georges, Julie Murray, and Dionne Gordon.
‘Insecure’ And ‘Ginny And Georgia’ Writer Mike Gauyo Signs With M88
03.09.23
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to 'Insecure' and 'Ginny And Georgia' writer Mike Gauyo, who has just signed with M88.
ESPN Andscape’s Kelly L. Carter Elevated to Entertainment Correspondent Across All ABC News Properties
02.28.23
Variety mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to Emmy-winning journalist, Kelly Carter, who signed a multi-year deal with ABC as an entertainment reporter for all shows at ABC and ABC News.
Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report 2022: Tough Times Take Tough Negotiators
12.09.22
Variety includes Marcie Cleary and Andrew Hurwitz in their Dealmakers Impact Report for 2022.
Exploring Digital Revenue Streams from New Media
09.26.22
Marcie Cleary is a guest on the Media Clips Podcast discussing ways her clients are expanding new media, and exploring the revenue streams that accompany these new opportunities. Listen here.
‘Flatbush Misdemeanors’ Co-Creator & Star Kevin Iso Signs With Artists First
09.13.22
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to Kevin Iso.
Hulu Nabs ‘Phony’ Comedy From ‘Marcel The Shell’s Nick Paley With Big Commitment; Drew Goddard To EP
09.01.22
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook and Marcie Cleary as counsel to writer Nick Paley.
The Best Lawyers in America 2023
08.18.22
We are pleased to report that Best Lawyers — the oldest and one of the most respected peer reviewed lawyer recommendation services — continues to recommend Frankfurt Kurnit.
Frankfurt Kurnit in The Legal 500 2022
06.09.22
The Legal 500 once again praises Frankfurt Kurnit practice groups and attorneys in the 2022 edition of their United States guide.
52nd Annual Entertainment Industry Conference
05.16.22
Patch mentions Marcie Cleary as a speaker during CalCPA’s 52nd Annual Entertainment Industry Conference.
Variety’s Legal Impact Report 2022: Top Attorneys Winning Cases and Making Deals
04.20.22
Variety’s Legal Impact Report 2022 includes Marcie Cleary, Andrew Hurwitz, and Sasha Levites. Dorian Slater Thomas is included as an “Up Next” honoree.
Get It In Writing with Sasha H. Levites and Marcie Cleary
04.07.22
Marcie Cleary and Sasha Levites are guests on Movies Inc: The Business of Film podcast.
‘Flatbush Misdemeanors’ Actor-Writer Kerry Coddett Signs with WME
01.28.22
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to Kerry Coddett.
Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report 2021: Top Negotiators Behind Mega Deals
12.08.21
Variety includes Marcie Cleary, Victoria Cook, /people/hayden-goldblatt/Hayden Goldblatt and Andrew Hurwitz in their Dealmaker’s Impact Report for 2021.
THR Power Lawyers 2021: New York’s Top 20 Entertainment Attorneys
12.03.21
The Hollywood Reporter includes Marcie Cleary and Lisa E. Davis in its Power Lawyers list of the top 20 entertainment attorneys in New York for 2021.
Thirty-four Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers New York Metro List for 2021
09.30.21
The list includes: Christopher R. Chase, Victoria Cook, Lisa E. Davis, Caren Decter, Catherine M.C. Farrelly, Michael P. Frankfurt, Hayden Goldblatt, Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, John B. Harris, Richard B. Heller, Richard Hofstetter, Nicole Hyland, Candice Kersh, Rick Kurnit, Brian E. Maas, Richard Maltz, Jeffrey Marks, Kimberly Maynard, Mark Merriman, Ronald C. Minkoff, Brian G. Murphy, Edward H. Rosenthal, Terri Seligman, Thomas D. Selz, Barbara E. Shiers, Wendy Stryker, Linda Wank, S. Jean Ward, and Maura Wogan. Marcie Cleary, Christina Jenkins, Sasha Levites, Tyler Maulsby, and Adam Osterweil are listed as “Rising Stars.”
UTA Signs Actor, Writer & Producer X Mayo
09.13.21
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to X Mayo.
When TikTok, YouTube and Twitch Creators Get into Trouble, These Lawyers Come to the Rescue
08.23.21
The Business of Business interviews Marcie Cleary on the legal matters that arise when representing social media content creators.
The Best Lawyers in America 2022
08.19.21
We are pleased to report that Best Lawyers — the oldest and one of the most respected peer reviewed lawyer recommendation services — continues to recommend Frankfurt Kurnit.
UTA Signs ‘Legend Of The Underground’ Filmmaker Nneka Onuorah
06.02.21
Deadline mentions Victoria Cook and Marcie Cleary as counsel to Nneka Onuorah.
The 13 Leading Attorneys and Law Firms that Work with Digital Creators and Influencers
05.12.21
Business Insider includes Marcie Cleary and Frankfurt Kurnit in their list of the leading attorneys and law firms that represent digital creators across YouTube, Instagram, and other social-media platforms. (Behind paywall)
What I’m Bingeing On: Marcie Cleary, Partner, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz
05.11.21
Sports Business Journal interviews Marcie Cleary for their “What I’m Bingeing On” feature.
Law360 Names Attys Who Moved Up the Firm Ranks
05.10.21
Law360 mentions Tiffany Caterina, Marcie Cleary, Daniel Goldberg, Sasha Levites, Tyler Maulsby, Julie Murray and Adam Osterweil’s promotion to partner.
Variety’s 2021 Legal Impact Report
04.08.21
Variety’s 2021 Legal Impact Report includes Marcie Cleary for her representation of creators in film, TV and digital. Larissa Calva Ruiz, /people/hayden-goldblatt/Hayden Goldblatt, Sean Jefferson and Alan Sacks are recognized for their work in entertainment finance.
Female Directors Triumph in Oscar Nominations, but Why is ‘Judas’ the Only Black-Led Film in the Best Picture Race?
03.18.21
USA Today quotes Marcie Cleary on The Academy saying the more diverse the voting body, the more inclusive the nominations.
Streaming Services Are Highlighting Black Stories. But There’s Still Lots of Room for Improvement in Elevating Black Voices
02.28.21
Morning Consult quotes Marcie Cleary on the amount of content created by Black individuals on streaming services.
Diverse Representation: The Ten to Watch in 2021
12.21.20
Diverse Representation includes Marcie Cleary as one of their ten to watch in 2021.
DiverseCITY Times
11.04.20
The NYC Bar Association's DiverseCITY Times spotlights Marcie Cleary.
CAA Signs ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’ Writer-Performer Jeff Wright
10.29.20
Deadline mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to writer and performer Jeff Wright who recently signed with CAA.
Showtime Goes Straight to Series With Brooklyn Comedy
10.15.20
The Hollywood Reporter mentions Marcie Cleary as counsel to stand-up comedians Kevin Iso and Dan Perlman whose series “Flatbush Misdemeanors” was picked up by Showtime.
Thirty-four Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Super Lawyers New York Metro List for 2020
10.15.20
The list includes: Christopher R. Chase, Victoria Cook, Lisa E. Davis, Catherine M.C. Farrelly, Michael P. Frankfurt, Hayden Goldblatt, Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, John B. Harris, Richard B. Heller, Richard Hofstetter, Nicole Hyland, Candice Kersh, Rick Kurnit, Brian E. Maas, Richard Maltz, Jeffrey Marks, Kimberly Maynard, Mark Merriman, Ronald C. Minkoff, Brian G. Murphy, Edward H. Rosenthal, Terri Seligman, Thomas D. Selz, Barbara E. Shiers, Wendy Stryker, Linda Wank, S. Jean Ward, and Maura Wogan. Marcie Cleary, Christina Jenkins, Sasha Levites, Tyler Maulsby, Adam Osterweil and Rachel Santori are listed as “Rising Stars.”
Frankfurt Kurnit Elects Seven New Partners
09.18.20
Frankfurt Kurnit has elected as partners Tiffany R. Caterina, Marcie Cleary, Daniel M. Goldberg, Sasha H. Levites, Tyler Maulsby, Julie Murray, and Adam J. Osterweil. The promotions take effect January 1, 2021.
The Best Lawyers in America 2021
08.20.20
We are pleased to report that Best Lawyers — the oldest and one of the most respected peer reviewed lawyer recommendation services — continues to recommend Frankfurt Kurnit.
Variety’s 2020 Legal Impact Report
07.15.20
Variety’s 2020 Legal Impact Report includes Marcie Cleary, Lisa E. Davis, and Deborah Wolfe for their work in the podcast space. The list includes legal professionals who made the biggest deals for entertainment industry clients in the past year.
Production During the Pandemic
06.08.20
Shoot Online features Lisa E. Davis and Marcie Cleary's blog post “The Show Must Go On: Production During the Pandemic."
Super Lawyers – New York Metro Top Women for 2020
03.28.20
The New York Times distributed the Super Lawyers list of the New York Metro Area's Top Women for 2020. Fourteen Frankfurt Kurnit attorneys made the list: Wendy Stryker (Employment Law), Victoria Cook, Lisa Davis & Jean Ward (Entertainment Law), Barbara Shiers (Estate Planning & Probate), Catherine Farrelly (Intellectual Property), Kim Maynard & Maura Wogan (Intellectual Property Litigation) Candice Kersh & Terri Seligman (Media and Advertising). Marcie Cleary & Sasha Levites (Entertainment Law), and Rachel Santori (Intellectual Property Law) are listed as "Rising Stars."