TRUE STORY: TOP LAWYERS ARE BEST IN CLASSTRUE STORY: TOP LAWYERS ARE BEST IN CLASS The Franchise Times Legal Eagles of 2014 are good sports, for which we are thankful. They revealed

TRUE STORY: TOP LAWYERS ARE BEST IN CLASS

The Franchise Times Legal Eagles of 2014 are good sports, for which we are thankful. They revealed

the fictional legal character they’d most like to play on TV, and you might be surprised by some of their an-swers. (Denny Crane is a natural, the old-school lawyer on Boston Legal played by William Shatner. But Dex-ter? The serial killer of serial killers? That one gave us pause.)

These attorneys also are stellar at their craft (or per-haps we should call it art), and as evidence we pres-ent the trove of nominations that flooded in to recom-mend them. We’ve provided excerpts for just a few of the most-nominated lawyers, to give a glimpse of the praise they generate from colleagues and clients.

These attorneys are thoughtful, too, answering our question about the philosophy that guides their fran-chise law practice, with answers both practical and profound. “Different is good,” is one pithy quote. “Ev-ery dollar spent with us is an investment, and it should show a measurable return” is another. Read more about their views on page 47.

Above all, the Franchise Times Legal Eagles of 2014 are superior attorneys, selected from nominations by their clients and peers. This is one true tale we’re proud to present, as we salute their achievements for the 11th year running. Nominations for next year’s class open in December.

Research by Jenny Worland

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Karen Abrams

Paris Ackerman & Schmierer LLP

Roseland, NJ Both Transactional

Lee AbramsMayer Brown LLP

Chicago, IL Both Litigation

Michael Ackerman

Paris Ackerman & Schmierer LLP

Roseland, NJ Franchisees Transactional

Kevin Adams Mulcahy LLP Irvine, CA Franchisors Litigation

Bethany Appleby

Wiggin and Dana LLP

New Haven, CT

Franchisors Litigation

David AzrinGallet, Dreyer & Berkey LLP

New York, NY

BothLitigation/Transactional

John BaerGreensfelder, Hemker & Gale PC

Chicago, IL Franchisors Transactional

Rupert Barkoff

Kilpatrick Stockton LLP

Atlanta, GA Both Transactional

Gary R. Batenhorst

Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather LLP

Omaha, NE Both Transactional

Andy BeilfussQuarles & Brady

Milwaukee, WI

FranchisorsLitigation/Transactional

John BergMonroe Moxness Berg PA

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

Mary Beth Brody

Faegre Baker Daniels

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

David BeyerQuarles & Brady

Tampa, FL Franchisors Transactional

Neal J. BlaherLaw Office of Neal J. Blaher

Altamonte Springs, FL

Both Transactional

Andrew P. Bleiman

Marks & Klein, LLP

Chicago and Northbrook, IL



Barry BlumGenovese Joblove & Battista PA

Miami, FL Both Litigation

Michael Brennan

DLA Piper Chicago, IL Franchisors Transactional

Jeffrey BrimerFaegre Baker Daniels LLP

Denver, CO Franchisors Transactional

Alejandro Brito

Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito

Miami, FL Franchisees Litigation

Josh BrownLaw Office of Josh F. Brown LLC

Carmel, IN Both Transactional

Tim Bryant Preti Flaherty Portland, ME Franchisors Litigation

Joel Buckberg

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz

Nashville, TN

Both Transactional

U.S. LEGAL EAGLES® 2014 2014

Alejandro Brito is an extraordinary attorney in the representation

of franchisees and their rights. He is three steps ahead of his

opponents at all times.

Josh Brown is more than just a franchise attorney—he’s an

entrepreneur that gets franchising and offers advice that no other

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Congratulations Jennifer Dolman

Jennifer Dolman Litigation [email protected] Twitter: @jenniferdolman416.862.5911

We are pleased to congratulate our partner Jennifer Dolman on her recognition once again as a Legal Eagle. Jennifer leads Osler’s active franchise litigation practice and is joined by experienced litigators at all levels to proactively assist franchisors in avoiding risk and to manage their litigation in Canada. Osler’s franchise litigation strength is a key component of the firm’s industry-leading Franchise Group – a national team that has advised more than 400 franchise systems in North America and includes international brands in almost every product and service category.

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Toronto | Montréal | Calgary | Ottawa | New York

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Kerry BundyFaegre Baker Daniels LLP

Minneapolis, MN


Howard E. Bundy

Bundy Law Firm PLLC

Woodinville, WA

BothTransactional/Litigation

Andrew A. Caffey

Law Offices of Andrew A. Caffey

Bethesda, MD

Franchisors Transactional

Carmen Caruso

Caruso & Roeder LLC

Chicago, IL Both Litigation

Amy ChengCheng Cohen LLC


Harris Chernow

Chernow Kapustin LLC

Horsham, PA Both Transactional

Fredric Cohen

Cheng Cohen LLC

Chicago, IL Franchisors Litigation

Deborah Coldwell

Haynes and Boone LLP

Dallas, TX Franchisors Litigation


Ken CostelloBryan Cave LLP

Los Angeles, CA


Leslie CurranPlave Koch PLC

Reston, VA Franchisors Transactional

J. Michael Dady

Dady & Gardner

Minneapolis, MN

Franchisees Litigation

Michael Daigle

Cheng Cohen LLC


Ken DarrowKenneth Darrow PA

Miami, FL Both Transactional

Jennifer Debrow

Gray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


John DieneltQuarles & Brady

Washington, DC


Bryan W. Dillon

Singler & Dillon, LLP

Sebastopol, CA

FranchiseesLitigation/Transactional

Elizabeth Dillon

Gray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


Pete DosikShipe Dosik Law LLC

Atlanta, GA Both Transactional

Mike DrummDrumm Law LLC


Edward (Jack) Dunham

Wiggin and Dana LLP

New Haven, CT


Joseph DunnFisherZucker LLC

Philadelphia, PA


Gary DuvallDorsey & Whitney

Seattle, WA Both Transactional

Michael Einbinder

Einbinder and Dunn, LLP

New York, NY

Both Litigation

Robert Einhorn

Zarco Einhorn



There are really three kinds of franchise lawyers. The first simply is looking for a buck. The second

is cut and dried and has a formulaic way of doing things. The last is the Alan Greenfield type, who is more

interested in having you as a permanent client.

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Whether you are starting a franchise or managing a mature franchise system, Warren has the seasoned judgment that you can use to achieve your goals and avoid costly mistakes. With over 25 years of experience in franchising, Warren has been recognized as a top franchise lawyer by International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and the Capital Area Franchise Association.

Akerman LLP

750 9th Street, NW Suite 750 Washington, DC 20001 Phone: 202-824-1744 [email protected] www.akerman.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise & Licensing• International Franchising

Warren Lee Lewis

2014 2014

1225 17th Street Suite 2300 Denver, CO 80202-5596 Phone: 303-299-7318 [email protected] www.ballardspahr.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise & Distribution• Mergers & Acquisitions/

Private Equity

Kim McCullough, partner in the firm’s Franchise and Distribution Group, has more than three decades of experience advising franchisors on franchise registration and disclosure laws, franchisor-franchisee relations, international expansion, mergers and acquisitions, general business matters, and trademark issues. She represents franchisors operating domestically and internationally within a variety of market segments, including restaurant, automotive aftermarket, professional services, retail consumer products, real estate, and business-to-business services. Ballard Spahr has 14 offices across the United States.

Ballard Spahr LLP

Kim McCullough

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Randy EvansMonroe Moxness Berg PA

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

Marisa Faunce

Plave Koch PLC


Steven Feirman

Nixon Peabody

Washington, DC


Jeffrey L. Fillerup

McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP

San Francisco, CA

Both Litigation

Lane FisherFisherZucker LLC

Philadelphia, PA


Joe FittanteLarkin Hoffman

Minneapolis, MN


John W. Fitzgerald

Gray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis MN


Constantine Fournaris

Wiggin and Dana LLP

Philadelphia, PA


Ronald Gardner

Dady & Gardner

Minneapolis, MN


W. Michael Garner

W. Michael Garner PA

Minneapolis, MN



Rick GibsonMonroe Moxness Berg PA

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

Jan GilbertGray Plant Mooty

Washington, DC


Ronald A. Giller

Gordon and Rees

Florham Park, NJ


Eric Goldberg Stark & StarkLawrenceville, NJ


James GonieaWiggin and Dana LLP

Philadelphia, PA


John R. Gotaskie, Jr.

Fox Rothschild LLP

Pittsburgh, PA


2014 2014

U.S. LEGAL EAGLES®

Michael Katz is able to take the most difficult situation and find

the way through the thicket.

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When the stakes are high ...Franchisors turn to us

to solve their most challenging problems.

For more information, please contact any of our Legal eagles.

Bethany Appleby . 203.498.4365 . [email protected]

Jack dunham . 203.498.4327 . [email protected]

dean Fournaris . 215.988.8311 . [email protected]

Jim goniea . 215.988.8317 . [email protected]

In their DreamsWith which TV legal character do you most identify?John Baer, Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale

It would have to be Denny Crane (William Shatner) on Boston Legal. Although Denny Crane appeared to be somewhat of a doofus, he always had his clients’ best interests at heart and managed to get them the results they needed. Plus he liked an occasional drink or two with his partner on the patio or balcony of his firm’s office.

Jason Murray, Murray Law

Jonathan Rollins on L.A. Law, played by Blair Underwood. Rollins was a young hotshot black attorney with a stellar resume and an extraor-dinary background. One urban legend reports that Underwood’s character on L.A. Law was based, at least in part, on President Barack Obama in his early days when he served as the first black president of the Harvard Law Review.

Karen Abrams, Paris Ackerman & Schmierer

Judge Judy, because she’s smart, tough, to the point, and no-nonsense. She gets it done!

Peter Singler, Singler & Dillon

Dexter. OK, not “legal” per se, but law enforcement. Slightly unortho-dox, but he gets the job done. After dealing with lawyers throughout the

day, I really do not want go home and watch lawyer shows. My wife is a Law & Order fan though, so I at least know who Jack McCoy is.

Lee Plave, Plave Koch

Judge Harry Stone, in Night Court. He took his work seriously, but not himself.

Kate Nilan, Gray Plant Mooty

I’d like to think I’m more the Shirley

Schmidt (Candice Bergen) type in Boston Legal.

Charles Miller, Bartko Zankel Bunzel Miller

Gregory Peck in To Kill a Mockingbird. I like Sam and Peck because they are

both straight shooters and exude a respect for the law with high ethical standards.

Mike Drumm, Drumm Law

L ione l Hut z , t h e Simpsons. Mr. Hutz was a marketing guru—from his use of business cards that turned to a sponge when

placed in water, his “cases won in 30 minutes or your pizza is free” promo-tion or naming his law firm “I Can’t Believe It’s a Law Firm!”

Marisa Faunce, Plave Koch

Alicia Florrick in the Good Wife (minus the lying, cheating, scoun-drel of a husband). Alicia is intelligent, independent and tenacious. She fiercely defends her clients’ interests while staying cool under pressure. She also has an amazing wardrobe and a never-ending supply of shoes. Thankfully, my husband is a rock star and he knows full well that I will not “stand by my man” if he cheats on me.

Jeff Haff, Dady & Gardner

Perry Mason. He was my idea of what a law-yer should be. He always fought for the little guy against tough odds.

Eric Goldberg, Stark & Stark

Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston) in Law & Order, as he is relentless in

his pursuit of justice and what is right.

Nicole Zellweger, Stinson Leonard Street

Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington) in Scandal, minus her judgment lapse every time the President is nearby. I’m obviously not advocating tapping an opposing party’s phone or hacking into a computer system (although all of that looks like great fun on televi-sion), but I like to think of myself as a “fixer” operating within the bounds of the law.

Denny Crane

Dexter Morgan

Lionel Hutz

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Michael R. Gray

Gray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


Nina GreeneGenovese Joblove & Battista PA

Miami, FL Franchisors Litigation

Alan R. Greenfield

Greenberg Traurig


Richard Greenstein

DLA Piper Atlanta, GA Franchisors Transactional

Tal GrinblatLewitt Hackman

Encino, CA Both Transactional

Matthew Gruenberg

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Los Angeles, CA


Susan Grueneberg

Snell & Wilmer LLP

Los Angeles, CA


Jeff HaffDady & Gardner

Minneapolis, MN


Kevin HeinFaegre Baker Daniels LLP


Barry M. Heller

DLA Piper Reston, VA Franchisors Litigation

Stuart Hershman


John HollandDady & Gardner

Minneapolis, MN


Ann HurwitzBaker & McKenzie LLP

Dallas, TX Franchisors Transactional

Scott HusabyMonroe Moxness Berg PA

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

Earsa JacksonStrasburger & Price

Dallas, TX FranchisorsLitigation/Transactional


Michael D. Joblove

Genovese Joblove & Battista PA


Keith Kanouse

Kanouse & Walker PA

Boca Raton, FL

Both Transactional

Daniel S. Kaplan

Rachlis Duff Adler Peel & Kaplan LLC

Chicago, IL BothLitigation/Transactional

Eric KarpWitmer, Karp, Warner & Ryan

Boston, MA Franchisees Transactional

Michael KatzCorporon & Katz

Aurora, CO Both Transactional

2014 2014

U.S. LEGAL EAGLES®

Justin Klein always is available. He thinks outside the box to

make sure that your issues are not ignored.

No one knows better than Matthew Kreutzer; he’s No. 1 in

Las Vegas and helped our company from the start and ongoing. He’s an American Eagle attorney and most

certainly a Legal Eagle.

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12821 East New Market Street Suite 250 Carmel, Indiana 46032 Phone: 317-688-9111 [email protected] www.indyfranchiselaw.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise• Entrepreneurs• Small Business• Sweepstakes/Promotions/

Contests

Josh helps buyers, owners & expansion-minded businesses find success through franchising. “My practice allows me to help people realize their dreams, while fulfilling one of my own.”

Additionally, Josh is the founder and host of Franchise Euphoria, a top-rated podcast on iTunes. In addition to iTunes, you can listen to his podcast at www.Indyfranchiselaw.com. Josh interviews people in and around franchising to help his listeners from around the world learn more about franchising and entrepreneurial endeavors. One of his latest interviews is with the legendary small business guru, Michael E. Gerber: Founder and creator of the E-Myth series.

“I am confident that anyone can achieve their dreams, if they have the passion and focused desire to achieve it.”

Law Office of Josh F. Brown / Franchise Euphoria, LLC

Josh F. Brown

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77 West Washington Street Suite 1900 Chicago, Illinois 60602 Phone: 312-626-1160 [email protected] www.cdcaruso.com www.carusoroederlaw.com

Practice Areas:• Trials & Arbitrations• Independent Franchisee

& Dealer Associations• Business Litigation• Officer&DirectorLiability• Legal Malpractice Cases

Hall of Fame Legal Eagle Carmen D. Caruso has earned a national reputation in franchise litigation. He has defended some of America’s top franchisors, and is known for his aggressive representation of franchisees and dealers.

Caruso & Roeder LLC (established in 2014) is a trial practice law firm that represents plaintiffs and defendants in high stakes cases in Illinois and nationally.

We frequently receive and appreciate referrals from national law firms in conflict matters and from corporate counsel seeking a fresh perspective.

Caruso & Roeder LLC

Carmen D. Caruso

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A RECORD OF SUCCESSGeoff Shaw is a senior franchise litigator with significant experience leading a team of lawyers

that represents franchisors in all manner of disputes – mediation, arbitration and litigation – from enforcement of franchise agreements to defending franchisors in class actions. He is recognized as a leading franchise lawyer by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and Best Lawyers and is a guest lecturer for the Franchise Law Course at Western University. Geoff was recently a member of the IFA’s Legal Symposium Task Force and sits on the CFA’s government affairs committee as well as the Ontario Bar Association’s Franchise Law Section Executive. Geoff recently obtained his LLM (ADR) and regularly speaks and contributes articles on franchise law.

Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Scotia Plaza 40 King Street West Suite 2100 Toronto, Ontario M5H 3C2 Phone: 416-869-5982 Fax: 416-350-6916 [email protected]

Practice Areas:• Franchise Litigation

Geoff Shaw

2014 2014

Scotia Plaza 40 King Street West Suite 2100 Toronto, Ontario M5H 3C2 Phone: 416-860-2987 Fax: 416-640-3043 [email protected]

Practice Areas:• Franchise• Intellectual Property

& Trademarks• Licensing and Distribution

A RECORD OF SUCCESSLarry Weinberg has a reputation for excellence in franchise law, representing local, national

and international companies regarding their Canadian franchise law needs. Larry was the first Canadian lawyer to be appointed Director of the ABA Forum on Franchising’s International Division, and co-edited their book entitled ‘Fundamentals of Franchising – Canada’. Larry serves as Vice-Chair of the IFA’s Supplier Forum Advisory Board, Chair of the Ontario Bar Association’s Franchise Law Section, and as an Officer of the IBA’s Franchise Law Committee. He is recognized as a leading franchise lawyer by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and Best Lawyers.


Larry Weinberg

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Providing comprehensive, practical, solution-oriented franchise and business legal services, the firm’s national franchise practice represents leaders in franchising and retail distribution, including franchisors, single and multi-unit franchise owners, area developers, master franchisees, franchisee associations, distributors and businesses desiring to expand through franchising and distribution systems.

The firm also provides its franchise clients with franchise disclosure document, regulatory, business/corporate, dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration, real estate, leasing, PMPA, intellectual property (i.e. trademarks, licensing and e-commerce), employment, financial services, and day-to-day counseling services.

Harris has been on various franchise committees, including a member of the ABA Forum on Franchising Governing Committee, IFA, Montgomery County, Philadelphia and New Jersey Franchise Law Committees; and is a frequent speaker on franchise and business related topics.

Chernow Kapustin, LLC

721 Dresher Road - Suite 1100 Horsham (Philadelphia Area), PA 19044 Phone: 215-659-3600 ext. 102 Fax: 215-659-3222 [email protected] www.chernowkap.com OfficesinPA,NJ,MDandSC

Practice Areas:• Franchise/Distribution• Dispute Resolution• General Business• Intellectual Property• Real Estate/Leasing

Harris J. Chernow, Esquire

2014 2014

12835 E. Arapahoe Road Tower II - Suite 700 Centennial, Colorado 80112 Phone: 303-790-4103 www.BusinessLawyer.com

Practice Areas:• Franchising• Transactional work• Real estate

Michael Katz, senior partner at Corporon and Katz, has been practicing franchise law for over 30 years. He handles transactional work in franchising, real estate and business. In addition to providing consultative services to franchisors and franchisees, Mr. Katz has authored numerous articles on franchising. He serves as a franchise educator in both the university and private setting for contract law, case management and case studies. Also, Mr. Katz has an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Corporon and Katz

Michael J. Katz

2014 2014

181 University Avenue, Suite 2100 Toronto, Ontario M5H 3M7 Phone: 416-369-7883 Fax: 416-863-1009

Practice Areas:• Franchise,Licensing

& Distribution• Intellectual Property

& Trademarks• Corporate / Commercial• Advertising,Marketing

& Gaming

Chad Finkelstein is respected by his clients for his practical advice and his ability to understand the context of a deal within the bigger picture. As the leader of Dale & Lessmann LLP’s franchise law practice, he is able to relate to his clients’ entrepreneurialism while advising franchisors of all sizes on their expansions across Canada, and internationally. Businesses also appreciate Chad’s billing practices and his fees that are based on value, rather than an hourly rate. Chad is an avid blogger, a regular contributor to national Canadian newspapers and magazines, a presenter at industry events and an executive member of the Franchise Law section of the Ontario Bar Association.

Dale & Lessmann LLP

Chad Finkelstein

2014 2014

6886 Robb Ct. Arvada, CO 80004 Direct: 720-257-9060 Fax: 720-310-2025 [email protected]

Practice Areas:• Franchise and Distribution• General Business• Intellectual Property

& Trademarks

Mike Drumm is different - in a good way. The clients of Drumm Law repeatedly comment that Mike offers them a business perspective when giving them legal advice. He is not your typical franchise attorney. His practice is relationship-driven; he strives to not only to provide legal solutions, but legal solutions that mesh with his clients’ business needs. He is a partner with business, and as their “outside general counsel,” he strives to see the big picture of their business so that he can offer practical and effective solutions for their day-to-day legal needs.

Mike founded Drumm Law so that he could provide the service that his clients need, not the service that a big law firm thinks they need. Drumm Law is based upon the principles of maintaining low overhead and leveraging technology to provide affordable legal services to its clients.

Drumm Law, LLC

H. Michael Drumm, Esq

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David Kaufmann

Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins

New York, NY


Joyann KennyMarks & Klein, LLP

Red Bank, NJ Franchisors Transactional

Harold Kestenbaum

Gordon and Rees

East Meadow, NY


Mark KirschGray Plant Mooty

Washington, DC


Peter J. Klarfeld

Gray Plant Mooty

Washington, DC


Justin KleinMarks & Klein

Red Bank, New Jersey


Gaylen KnackGray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


Dave KochPlave Koch PLC


Scott Korzenowski

Dady & Gardner

Minneapolis, MN


Beata KrakusGreensfelder, Hemker & Gale PC



Matthew Kreutzer

Howard & Howard

Las Vegas, NV

Both Transactional

Peter C. Lagarias

Lagarias Law Offices

San Rafel, CA Franchisees Litigation

Nancy Lanard

Spadia, Lanard and Lignana

Philadelphia, PA

Both Transactional

Norman Leon

DLA Piper Chicago, IL Franchisors Litigation

Benjamin Levin

Hyland Levin LLP

Marlton, NJ Franchisors Transactional

Warren Lee Lewis

Akerman LLP Washington, D.C.

Both Transactional

Michael K. Lindsey

Paul Hastings LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Both Transactional

Michael Lockerby

Foley & Lardner LLP

Washington, DC


Andrew Loewinger

Nixon Peabody

Washington, DC


Bret Lowell DLA Piper Reston, VA Franchisors Transactional

Julie LusthausEinbinder and Dunn

New York City


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U.S. LEGAL EAGLES®

April 2014 43


Karen Marchiano

Dentons US LLP

Palo Alto, CA Franchisors Litigation

Joyce Mazero Perkins Coie Dallas, TX Franchisors Transactional

Kim McCullough

Ballard Spahr Denver, CO Franchisors Transactional

Brian McMahon

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP

Toledo & Columbus, OH

Both Transactional

Charles G. Miller

Bartko Zankel Bunzel Miller

San Francisco, CA

Both Litigation

Charles Modell

Larkin Hoffman

Minneapolis, MN



Dennis Monroe

Monroe Moxness Berg PA

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

Paula Morency

Schiff Hardin LLP

Chicago, IL Franchisors Litigation

Cheryl Mullin

Mullin Russ Kilejian PC

Richardson, TX


Jason M. Murray

Murray Law PA

Miami, FL BothLitigation/Transactional

Kate NilanGray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

David Oppenheim

Greenberg Traurig LLP

New York, NY


Ryan PalmerMonroe Moxness Berg PA

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

David Paris

Paris Ackerman Schmierer LLP

Roseland, NJ Both Transactional

Jonathan E. Perlman

Genovese, Joblove & Battista PA



Peter Lagarias puts his heart and soul into representing

franchisees.

It’s easy for lawyers to sound like they know about franchising, but too often it’s just a lot of talk. At Sotos, we deliver results. This is why lawyers at other firms rate so many of ours as “Legal Eagles” – tops in the field.

And we help with much more than just basic agreements. As the industry’s go-to firm, we also work with companies on all of the legal matters a franchise business faces: Real estate and leasing, banking and finance, day-to-day business issues, intellectual property and trademarks, employment, taxes, resolving disputes. We even guide franchise holders as they address knotty succession and estate planning concerns.

We give more than sound advice; we provide practical help. It’s why we’ve done more than just talk about franchising since the 1980s.

While many franchise lawyers talk a good game ...

… We’re busy delivering results.

www.sotosllp.com 416.977.0007 [email protected]

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2014 2014


Breton Permesly

Kaufmann Gildin Robbins

New York, NY


Andrew F. Perrin

Larkin Hoffman

Minneapolis, MN


Tom Pitegoff LeClairRyanNew York, NY

Both Transactional

Lee PlavePlave Koch PLC


David Pratt

Decker, Jones, McMackin, McClane, Hall & Bates PC

Fort Worth, TX

Both Transactional

Arthur Pressman

Nixon Peabody

Boston, MA Franchisors Litigation

Rebekah Prince

Eisner Jaffe Gorry Chapman & Ross

Beverly Hills, CA


Kirk ReillyGray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


Richard L. Rosen

Richard L. Rosen

New York, NY

Both Transactional

Gregg Rubenstein

Nixon Peabody

Boston, MA Franchisors Litigation

Robert F. Salkowski

Zarco, Einhorn, Salkowski & Brito PA


Michael Santa Maria

Baker & McKenzie


Brian B. Schnell

Faegre Baker Daniels

Minneapolis, MN



Max Schott IIGray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


Joel SiegelDentons US LLP

Los Angeles, CA


Adam Siegelheim

Stark & StarkLawrenceville, NJ


Elizabeth Sigety

Fox Rothschild LLP

Philadelphia/New York

Both Transactional

Peter R. Silverman

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP

Toledo, OH Both Litigation

Peter SinglerSingler & Dillon LLP

Sebastopol, CA

Franchisees Transactional

Mary Leslie Smith

Foley & Lardner LLP


U.S. LEGAL EAGLES®

Nancy Lanard is a complete professional—a deal-maker,

not a deal-breaker.

Nicole Zellweger has always been a complete professional, representing

her clients zealously and in accord with all ethical guidelines.

Karen E. Abrams • Michael J. Ackerman • David S. Paris

Michael J. Ackerman • David S. Paris

...and our 2014 DEALMAKERS

Congratulations to our 2014 LEGALEAGLES

Karen E. AbramsCommercial &Retail Leasing

Michael J. AckermanMulti-Unit Transactions

Franchise Finance

David S. ParisMulti-Unit Transactions

Franchise FinanceROSELAND, NJ / NEW YORK, NY / PHILADELPHIA, PA

(973) 228-6667 / WWW.PASLAWFIRM.COM

Multi-Unit Franchise Sales and AcquisitionsFranchise Finance

Commercial/Retail LeasingFranchise Litigation

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2014 2014

Michael Einbinder is a founding member of Einbinder & Dunn. He is a member of the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising, the International Franchise Association and other prominent franchise organizations, as well as a frequent speaker at leading franchise industry events. An author in numerous publications, he has contributed a chapter to the “Franchise Litigation Handbook,” and to “Covenants Against Competition in Franchise Agreements,” both published by the ABA Forum on Franchising. Michael Einbinder also serves as an arbitrator in franchise cases for the American Arbitration Association.

Einbinder & Dunn handles litigation, arbitration, and mediation nationwide for both franchisors and franchisees (including associations). The firm also represents start-up and established franchisors in franchise development and regulatory compliance. In addition, E&D represents multi-unit and single unit franchisees in transactional and real estate matters of all kinds.

Einbinder & Dunn, LLP

New York, NY 10018 Phone: 212-391-9500 Fax: 212-391-9025 [email protected] www.ed-lawfirm.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Business/Commercial

Litigation• Business/Corporate Law• Intellectual Property Law

Michael Einbinder

2014 2014

New York, NY 10018 Phone: 212-391-9500 [email protected] www.ed-lawfirm.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Business/Commercial

Litigation• Business/Corporate Law• Intellectual Property Law• Real Estate Law

A Partner of Einbinder & Dunn, Julie Lusthaus has been practicing law since 1996. She has significant experience representing franchise and business clients in transactions and disputes including representing franchisor and franchisee clients in all aspects of their franchise relationship. Julie is Chair of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Division of the ABA Forum on Franchising. She is a published author and frequent speaker on franchise issues at events hosted by various organizations including the ABA, the IFA and the NYS Bar Association.

Einbinder & Dunn, LLP

Julianne Cowan Lusthaus

2014 2014

A skilled trial lawyer and aggressive courtroom presence, John is especially well-versed in the nuances of social media, privacy and data breaches as they impact franchisors and franchisees. John serves as editor of Fox’s Franchise Blog (FranchiseLaw.FoxRothschild.com) which highlights not only the regulatory aspects of franchising but also diverse topics such as business finance, employment, litigation and the protection of intellectual property, and has also created a series of podcasts for the franchise community.

Fox Rothschild LLP

625 Liberty Avenue 29th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Phone: 412-394-5528 [email protected] www.foxrothschild.com

Practice Areas:• Franchising• Licensing & Distribution• Litigation• Privacy and Data Security

John R. Gotaskie, Jr.

2014 2014

2000 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone: 215-918-3554 [email protected] www.foxrothschild.com

Practice Areas:• Franchising• Licensing & Distribution• International• Hospitality• Tech & Venture Finance

Liz is chair of Fox’s Franchise Practice. Active in the New York and Philadelphia regions, she is founder of the IFA’s Philadelphia Women’s Franchise Network and member of the IFA’s Women’s Franchise Committee. A passionate and aggressive advocate for her franchise clients, she is a well-known author, blogger and speaker on legal and business topics impacting the franchise community. Liz was recently designated a Certified Franchise Executive™ by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives.

Fox Rothschild LLP

Elizabeth D. Sigety

2014 2014

David T. Azrin, a partner at the firm Gallet Dreyer & Berkey LLP, provides dedicated service to his clients on franchising, intellectual property, employment law, litigation and general business advice matters.

For franchisors, he prepares franchise disclosure documents and agreements, protects their trademarks, provides advice on employment law, and otherwise helps his clients to grow their business.

For franchisees, Mr. Azrin assists prospective franchisees in negotiating the franchise agreement, and represents franchisees in litigation matters.

Gallet Dreyer & Berkey LLP

845 Third Avenue, 8th Floor New York, NY 10022 Phone: 212-935-3131 [email protected] www.gdblaw.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise and Distribution• Intellectual Property• Employment Law• Litigation

David T. Azrin

2014 2014

W. Barry Blum focuses his practice on business litigation, with an emphasis in franchise matters, and handles FINRA arbitration matters for claimants in securities and employment matters. Mr. Blum also has extensive business experience. He has developed solutions for financially-distressed franchisees, negotiated purchases and sales of franchise businesses, and has overseen recapitalizations of franchise businesses. He is also an American Arbitration Association-Commercial Panel Arbitrator and a mediator.

Mr. Blum is a member of the American Bar Association and the International Franchise Association Supplier Forum. He is a frequent speaker at franchise and professional conferences and he has written several articles for franchise and legal publications.

Genovese Joblove & Battista, P.A.

100 Southeast Second Street 44th Floor Miami, Florida 33131 [email protected]

Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Franchise Litigation• Business Litigation

W. Barry Blum

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Robert SmithWiley Rein LLP

Washington, DC


Felicia N. Soler

Kaufmann Gildin and Robbins LLP

New York, NY


Jonathan Solish

Bryan Cave LLP

Santa Monica, CA


Rochelle Spandorf

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Los Angeles, CA


Rachel Stark Stark & StarkLawrenceville, NJ


Stephen StoryKaufman & Canoles PC

Norfolk, VA Both Transactional

Jim SusagLarkin Hoffman

Minneapolis, MN


Christian Thompson

The Franchise Business Law Group

Salt Lake City, UT

Both Transactional

Jeffrey Thompson

The Franchise Business Law Group

Salt Lake City, UT

Both Transactional

Craig Tractenberg

Nixon Peabody

NYC/Philadelphia



Alexander Tuneski

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP

Washington, DC


Kendal H. Tyre

Nixon Peabody LLP

Washington, DC


John VernonThe Vernon Law Group

Dallas, TX FranchisorsTransactional/Litigation

Leonard Vines

Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale PC

St. Louis, MO

Both Transactional

James WahlMonroe Moxness Berg

Minneapolis, MN

Both Transactional

Elizabeth Weldon

Snell & Wilmer LLP

Costa Mesa, CA


Gerald WellsQuarles & Brady

Washington, DC


Susan WellsJaburg & Wilk PC

Phoenix, AZ Both Transactional

William K. Whitner

Paul Hastings LLP

Atlanta, GA Franchisors Litigation

2014 2014

U.S. LEGAL EAGLES®

Words to Live ByWhat’s your philosophy or “motto” when working with franchise clients?Kirk Reilly, Gray Plant Mooty

Don’t tell clients what they want to hear—tell them what they need to hear. Franchisors pay me for profes-sional legal advice—not a pep talk.

Benjamin Levin, Hyland Levin

See the other side’s view-point and figure out a way to get what you want where the other side doesn’t feel screwed.

Richard Rosen, Richard L. Rosen

When you treat the other side fairly, your chances of achieving a workable solution to the issues at hand increase exponentially.

Robert Salkowski, Zarco, Einhorn, Salkowski & Brito

Be responsive. Many of my clients have never been involved in a legal dispute and are scared because of both the real and perceived risks.

Bethany Appleby, Wiggin and Dana

Let’s solve the problem and then, whenever possi-ble, make improvements so the system does not experience the same problem again.

Deborah Coldwell, Haynes and Boone

Find out what the client’s real goal is and then figure out a smart way to get there.

Kate Nilan, Gray Plant Mooty

You can’t grow if your ducks aren’t in order.

Mike Drumm, Drumm Law

Different is good.

Constantine Fournaris, Wiggin and Dana

First do no harm! Stated differently, resist organi-zational biases to change successful things and to make simple things more complicated than they need to be.

David Kaufmann, Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins

You say jump, we say how high and when.

John Gotaskie Jr., Fox Rothschild

Disclose, disclose, dis-close. I have yet to meet a

regulator who says, “You disclosed too much.”

Karen Abrams, Paris Ackerman & Schmierer

Treat every client and every lease as if it is my own personal deal and I am signing my own name on the dot-ted line. I am myself a retail tenant on two franchised retail leases, so I really

“get it.”

Elizabeth Sigety, Fox Rotschild

In short, understand your client’s business and goals. It’s not just inter-preting regulation, but adding value to your client’s business.

Warren Lee Lewis, Akerman

A franchisor cl ient should do what is necessary to maintain or strengthen its franchisor-franchisee relationships. A franchisor client should be firm, but fair, in dealing with fran-chisees.

Peter Singler, Singler & Dillon

Every dollar spent with us is an investment, and it should show a mea-surable return.

Alexander Tuneski, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

To provide superior counsel, you must invest the time to really get to know your clients, the idiosyncrasies of their system, and the challenges and opportunities facing their business.

Elizabeth Sigety

Karen Abrams

Warren Lee Lewis

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Dennis Wieczorek


Quentin Wittrock

Gray Plant Mooty

Minneapolis, MN


Jeffrey H. Wolf

Quarles & Brady LLP

Phoenix, AZ Franchisors Litigation

Will WoodsBaker & McKenzie LLP


Erik Wulff DLA PiperWashington, DC


Tao Xu DLA Piper Reston, VA Franchisors Transactional

Robert Zarco

Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito

Miami, FL Franchisees Litigation

Philip F. Zeidman

DLA PiperWashington, DC


Nicole Zellweger

Stinson Leonard Street LLP

St Louis, MO Both Litigation


Robert ZiskGray Plant Mooty

Washington, DC


Jeffrey ZuckerFisherZucker LLC

Philadelphia, PA


Jordan Zucker

Greenberg Traurig


Carl ZwislerGray Plant Mooty

Washington, DC


2014 2014

U.S. LEGAL EAGLES®

Jennifer Dolman is a creative, experienced problem-solver. She

has successfully resolved dozens of disputes between franchisors

and franchisees.

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2014 2014


Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Franchise Litigation

Nina Greene specializes in franchise, trademark and general commercial litigation. Ms. Greene represents franchisors in various areas including protection of trademarks and intellectual property rights, franchise terminations, racial discrimination claims, covenants not to compete, unfair competition, and business torts. She represents franchisors in state, federal, trial and appellate courts in Florida and throughout the United States.

Ms. Greene is a past member of the International Franchise Association Women’s Franchise Committee and is the chairperson for the South Florida Chapter of the Women’s Franchise Network of the IFA. She has spoken at the ABA Forum on Franchising, IFA Annual Legal Symposium and has facilitated business solution roundtables on franchise issues.


Nina Greene

2014 2014


Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Franchise Litigation• Commercial Litigation• Real Estate Lawn

Michael D. Joblove leads Genovese Joblove & Battista’s franchise practice, which focuses on litigation in all aspects of the franchise relationship, including trademarks and intellectual property rights, pricing cases, ADA cases and discrimination claims. The firm provides national franchise counsel to Burger King Corporation and has represented numerous other franchisors including Jamba Juice Company, T.G.I. Friday’s®, Smoothie King, Benihana National Corp., Pearle Vision, Inc., Denny’s, Inc., Assist-2-Sell®, and Pollo Campero®.

Mr. Joblove has served on the Board of Governors of the ABA Forum on Franchising, as well as on the Executive Committee and Board of the IFA. He has lectured at numerous IFA and ABA functions, and has published books and articles for both organizations.


Michael D. Joblove

2014 2014


Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Securities Litigation• Employment Litigation

Jonathan E. Perlman is a franchise, securities and business litigation attorney. Mr. Perlman leads the firm’s class action practice, where his emphasis is on franchising and securities matters. He currently serves as the court-appointed Receiver over the Creative Capital family of companies involved in a $68 million dollar Ponzi scheme, and the VGC family of vacation-selling companies that the FTC charged with violations of the FTC Act and Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.

Mr. Perlman regularly lectures on franchise and securities law topics and is a member of the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising and International Franchise Association, where he currently serves on its Legal Symposium Task Force.


Jonathan E. Perlman

2014 2014

425 University Avenue Suite 300 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1T6 Phone: 416-977-3444 [email protected] www.hofferadler.com www.franchisenorth.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise and Distribution• Cross Border Franchising• Intellectual Property• Litigation

Acclaimed by his peers as one of Canada’s leading franchise lawyers, Joseph is counsel to franchisors throughout North America. He has acted for numerous US franchise systems that have expanded into Canada. Joseph’s firm, Hoffer Adler LLP advises on all aspects of cross-border franchising. Joseph is the Secretary and General Counsel and an executive Board member of the Canadian Franchise Association, and is an active member of the ABA Forum on Franchising and the IFA. He has also been noted repeatedly as a leading franchise practitioner in the National Post’s list of Best Lawyers in Canada (Franchising), LEXPERT® Directory and the International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers.

Hoffer Adler LLP

Joseph Y. Adler

2014 2014

201 S. Biscayne Blvd., Ste. 2800 Miami, FL 33131 Phone: 305-913-1347 Fax: 305-362-1890 [email protected] www.murraylawpa.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise,Distribution

& Dealership Law• Business & Commercial Law• Intellectual Property Law• Litigation,Arbitration

& Dispute Resolution

Jason M. Murray practices in the area of franchise and distribution law and provides counsel and assistance with creating, managing, licensing, protecting and enforcing franchised business relationships, product distribution systems and dealership networks. His franchise and distribution law practice specifically relates to licensing and development, regulation and compliance, and dispute resolution through mediation, arbitration and litigation. Mr. Murray’s litigation experience consists of general commercial litigation in state and federal courts, including franchise and distribution law, intellectual property, and real property matters.

Murray Law, P.A.

Jason M. Murray

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CANADIAN LEGAL EAGLES®


Joseph Adler Hoffer Adler LLP

Toronto, ON Both Transactional

Louis Alexopoulos Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Both Transactional

David Altshuller

Teplitsky, Colson LLP

Toronto, ON Both Litigation

Allan Dick Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Both Litigation

Jennifer Dolman

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Toronto, ON Franchisors Litigation

Chad Finkelstein

Dale & Lessmann LLP

Toronto, ON Both Transactional

Susan Friedman Davis LLP Toronto, ON Franchisors Litigation

Jeffrey Hoffman

Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP


Paul Jones Jones & Co. Toronto, ON Franchisors Transactional

Jean-Marc Leclerc Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Both Litigation

Edward "Ned" Levitt

Dickinson Wright LLP

Toronto, ON Franchisors Transactional

Leonard Polsky


Vancouver, BC

Both Transactional

John L. Rogers

Clark Wilson LLP

Vancouver, BC

Both Transactional

Geoffrey B. Shaw



2014 2014


Peter Snell


Vancouver, BC


John Sotos Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Both Transactional

David Sterns Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Franchisors Litigation

Debi Sutin


Hamilton, ON

Both Transactional

Stéphane Teasdale

Dentons Canada LLP

Montreal, QC

FranchisorsTransactional/Litigation

Arthur Trebilcock Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Franchisors Transactional

Peter Viitre Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Both Transactional

Larry Weinberg


Toronto, ON Franchisors Transactional

John Yiokaris Sotos LLP Toronto, ON Both Transactional

John Sotos is one of the deans of the Canadian franchise bar,

having practiced franchise law as a specialty for over 30 years. His work

is local, regional, national and international in scope.

MARKS & KLEIN CONGRATULATES

OUR 2014 LEGAL EAGLES!

Franchise Focused.

Justin M. Klein | JoyAnn Kenny | Andrew P. Bleiman

MARKS & KLEIN, LLPNEW JERSEY | NEW YORK | ILLINOIS | FLORIDA www.marksklein.com

2014 2014

Cheryl is the founding shareholder of Mullin Russ Kilejian PC, a full service commercial law firm located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and leads the firm’s practice in areas of franchise, corporate, tax, intellectual property, and commercial litigation. In addition to “Legal Eagle” recognition, Cheryl was recognized as one of the top franchise lawyers worldwide in International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers in 2013. She is AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, has been selected by her peers as a Texas Super Lawyer since 2012, and has been selected for inclusion in the peer-rated Best Lawyers in America since 2007. Cheryl received her J.D. from Widener University School of Law in 1995 and her LL.M. (Taxation) from Southern Methodist University in 2013.

Mullin Russ Kilejian PC

2425 N. Central Expy., Suite 200 Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 972-852-1703 [email protected] www.mrkpc.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise• Corporate• Tax• Intellectual Property• Commercial Litigation

Cheryl Mullin

2014 2014

Tim Bryant has assisted numerous start up and existing franchise businesses with their relationship agreements and disclosure/regulatory compliance. He has also successfully prosecuted, defended and assisted franchisors in resolving countless disputes related to franchise regulatory, intellectual property and business relationship issues. Tim is recognized by Benchmark Litigation, Best Lawyer’s in America and Chambers USA publications for his work in the areas of franchise law and commercial litigation.

Preti Flaherty

One City Center Portland, ME 04101 Phone: 207-791-3000 Fax: 207-791-3111 [email protected] www.preti.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise Law & Litigation• Business Law & Litigation• Construction Litigation• Arbitration & Mediation

Tim Bryant

2014 2014

110 East 59th Street New York, NY 10022 Phone: 212-644-6644 Fax: 212-644-3344 [email protected] www.richardrosenlaw.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise Law• Business Law• Real Estate Matters• Dispute Resolution

(includingLitigation,Arbitration and Mediation)

Richard L. Rosen has represented franchisors and franchisees in a wide range of business and legal matters for over 30 years. Mr. Rosen has formed, guided and counseled franchisee associations as well as franchising entities and has mediated, arbitrated and litigated on their respective behalves when necessary. His Franchise clients have encompassed virtually all business areas including the fast food, gyms and fitness centers, healthcare, fashion, real estate, gas service stations, optical, hotel, recreation, home improvement, childcare, elder care and learning fields. Mr. Rosen has written and lectured extensively on franchise topics and issues. He is a member of the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising, a founding member of the Franchising and Licensing Section of the New York State Bar Association and its Chairman, immediate past Chairman of the Fair Franchising Standards Committee of the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers, a member of the Steering Committee of the National Franchise Mediation Program, a member of the CPR Institute for Dispute Resolution Distinguished Panel of Neutrals, and a member of the International Franchise Association. Richard Rosen is listed in the International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers, and the International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers, Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who in the World, Best Lawyers in America, 101 Best Franchise Lawyers in America (the Franchise Times), Super Lawyers and a variety of similar publications. In 2008 Richard was the recipient of the AAFD’s Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to franchising.

The Richard L. Rosen Law Firm, PLLC

Richard L. Rosen

2014 2014

Adam J. Siegelheim, Shareholder, focuses his practice in the representation of franchisors in various matters, including the preparation of disclosure documents, state registrations, and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations. Mr. Siegelheim is a member of the International Franchise Association, the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising and the New Jersey Bar Association’s Franchise Law Committee.

Stark & Stark is a full-service law firm with offices in Princeton, Marlton, Wall, New York, Philadelphia and Yardley.

Stark & Stark

PO Box 5315 Princeton, NJ 08543 Phone: 609-896-9060 Fax: 609-895-7395 [email protected] www.NJFranchiseLawBlog.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise• Business & Corporate

Adam J. Siegelheim

2014 2014

1776 K Street NW Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 202-719-4481 [email protected] www.wileyrein.com

Practice Areas:• Franchise

Head of Wiley Rein’s Franchise Practice, Bob represents franchisors domestically and internationally in connection with all legal issues that arise in franchised networks. He’s rated among the nation’s leading franchise lawyers by Chambers USA which cites clients who commented that he has “a tremendous amount of experience” and “the value he brings to our company is extraordinary.”

Wiley Rein’s franchise team meets the unique needs of franchisors in all industries. Visit www.wileyrein.com/franchise for more information.

Wiley Rein LLP

Robert A. Smith

Franchise Times is proud to salute the 193 attorneys on our 11th annual list, selected from nominations by their peers and clients and recognized as the best lawyers in franchising.

Nominations for next year’s project open in December at www.franchisetimes.com

CONGRATULATIONS2014 Franchise Times Legal Eagles

2015 2015

*Figure reflects average for one hundred fifty nine (159) Franchisee operated traditional Togo’s restaurants as published in Item 19 of our April 2013 Franchise Disclosure Document. This average is based on a 52 week period ending December 29, 2012. Of these one hundred fifty nine (159) restaurants, 67 (42.1%) met or exceeded the average unit volume. Your results may vary.

A Great Investment• 2 to 1 sales to investment ratio• Average Unit Volume of $633K*• 4 Years of Same Store Sales growth

The information in this advertisement is not intended to be an offer of franchise to any one reading it, but is for general information only. Offers and sales of a franchise are made only after the delivery and receipt of the Franchise Disclosure Document and in accordance with federal and state laws. © 2014 Togo’s Eateries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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