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The Gordon & Rees Franchise Law Group handles all aspects of representation in the rapidly growing franchise industry. We have a particular expertise litigating a broad spectrum of issues arising out of the franchise relationship including royalty issues, termination, trademark disputes and rights to future lost profits. In addition, we have the knowledge necessary to assist our clients in making the decision to establish and implement new franchise, licensing and distribution programs, both domestically and internationally. Our Franchise Law Group works alongside our Business Transactions, Employment, Tax, Intellectual Property and International Law Groups to provide a full range of services when business issues or problems arise.

Not only can our firm assist you in implementing or updating your franchise operations, but our firm is also familiar with the regulatory compliance issues that your business must address. The attorneys in the Franchise Law Group also represent franchise businesses in a variety of litigation matters, including litigation over franchise agreements, vicarious liability issues, disclosure issues, and intellectual property matters.

From real estate to food services to hospitality and manufacturing - no matter what industry you are in, the Gordon & Rees Franchise Law Group has the experience to provide you with knowledgeable, responsive and effective representation. Each of the attorneys in the Franchise Law Group has extensive familiarity in the field of franchise law and is an active member of the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising as well as the International Franchise Association. Included among the attorneys in this group are former in-house counsel for major international franchisors who bring a unique perspective to the business realities of this business model.

The Franchise Law Group includes attorneys with specific expertise in related fields such as class actions, bankruptcy, judgment enforcement, employment, intellectual property, business transactions, and hospitality law. Whatever your legal or business issue, the attorneys in the Franchise Law Group will provide you with the cost-effective representation you need.

The Franchise Law Group has successfully represented franchisors of all sizes and in diverse industries in a variety of litigation matters, including:

  • Breach of contract actions on behalf of franchisors to collect royalty, advertising and other payments from franchisees
  • Prosecution of trademark infringement claims, including obtaining temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions against infringing former franchisees
  • Defense of vicarious liability claims in which franchisors are wrongfully brought into actions against franchisees
  • Other provisional relief including writs of attachment to secure obligations owed to franchisors
  • Litigation with franchisees over a broad spectrum of issues including rights to terminate and future lost profits owed for early termination

If you have a need in this area or have any questions, please contact one of the attorneys in our Franchise Law Group. We will be happy to speak with you about your issues.

 

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