Frank Salzano

Frank Salzano represents some of the most celebrated names in entertainment and sports—A-list entertainers, elite athletes, and industry innovators—guiding them through high-stakes negotiations and complex litigation. Over more than two decades of practice, he has secured landmark contracts, resolved career-defining disputes, and safeguarded the interests of clients whose reputations and livelihoods command the highest level of legal skill and strategic foresight. Frank’s current and former clients reads like a marquee of global entertainment and sports icons—Michael Jackson, Prince, Ezekiel Elliott, Run DMC, Matchroom Boxing (Eddie Hearn), Usher, Evander Holyfield, Lil’ Kim, Ruff Ryders, and the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters. His work with these luminaries is defined by exceptional legal skill, strategic foresight, and a commitment to protecting both their careers and their legacies. Frank began his career at the law firm of Jones Day, advising Fortune 100 companies on complex transactions and intellectual property matters—experience that instilled a level of sophistication and strategic insight rarely seen in the entertainment sector. He went on to join The McMillan Firm, a boutique entertainment practice, where he honed the art of balancing legal precision with the fast-paced, creative realities of the entertainment and sports industry. There, he represented a wide range of artists, athletes, and media companies in matters from contract negotiations to commercial disputes.