Franchising

Quarles & Brady offers a broad range of services to clients including providing counsel on how to establish and grow franchise systems and managing franchise relationships. It has notable expertise in acquisitions and dispute resolution. The firm is also experienced in handling matters both domestically and internationally, with recognized capabilities in the advertising, home construction, health and wellness, retail and financial services sectors.

"Quarles & Brady are experts in every area of franchising and many other areas of business in general. They can make complex matters simple and direct."

Quarles & Brady advised Smoothie King Franchises on franchise regulatory compliance and defended the company in a class action.

David Beyer often assists clients with structuring their franchise programs. He is noted for his expertise in relation to the acquisition and sale of franchises, as well as regulatory compliance and franchisee disputes. "David is definitely a top tier operator in this space." "David is a wonderful lawyer."

Andrew Beilfuss assists clients with issues such as franchise expansion, post-termination enforcement and regulatory compliance. "Andy knows franchise law inside and out. He's great at making sure that the right people are assigned to the right cases and ensuring agreements are sound."

Scott McIntosh has a broad litigation-based practice acting on behalf of clients seeking to enforce post-termination clauses, franchise contract disputes and other commercial suits. He is also adept at handling arbitration proceedings before various arbitral bodies. "Scott is a very good lawyer."