Iddo Arad and Mark Merriman have been named partners to the Entertainment Group of Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz. 

The promotions were effective January 1, 2011.

Arad focuses on transactional entertainment, media, and intellectual property matters.

Merriman practices in all aspects of general entertainment law with a focus on theatre-related transactions.

“Iddo and Mark have brought a unique array of talents, experience and relationships to our firm,” Richard Heller, partner and co-chair of the Frankfurt Kurnit Entertainment Group, said.  “We are thrilled that they will continue to expand their practices here and become much more involved in the long-term strategic growth of our entertainment group.”