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UB Greensfelder LLP

Franchising

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UB Greensfelder LLP

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Franchising - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

UB Greensfelder LLP provides counsel to franchisors from a range of industries on a variety of franchising issues, including day-to-day operations, vicarious liability and franchisee relationships. It offers significant expertise on both domestic and international franchise-related transactional matters including M&A. The firm also provides expertise in litigation and alternative dispute resolution. It provides representation to oil companies on matters such as compliance with gift card laws and opening convenience stores on gasoline station premises.

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Work Highlights

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  • UB Greensfelder defended TravelCenters of America against allegations of fraud, violation of the Petroleum Marketing Practices Act and violation of the Ohio Business Opportunity Plan Act.

Strengths

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  • UB Greensfelder has a strong combination of legal knowledge and sensitivity to commercial issues.

    Franchising respondentUSA

  • The team has a solid understanding of franchising and the laws surrounding franchising.

    Franchising respondentUSA

  • UB Greensfelder understands what the business needs are and the risk tolerance of the business before offering advice.

    Franchising respondentUSA

  • The team has the knowledge and strategy and is well versed in the industry.

    Franchising respondentUSA

  • The team is hardworking, knowledgeable, responsive and

    very commercial.

    Franchising respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Beata Krakus
    Beata Krakus

    Beata Krakus

    Beata Krakus has extensive experience in handling a range of corporate and M&A matters for franchisor clients. She is equally adept at assisting with domestic and international issues.

    • She is well versed in franchise law and I know I can count on her honest assessment of matters.

      Franchising respondentUSA

    • She has great experience, is extremely responsive and consistently provides top-notch legal guidance.

      Franchising respondentUSA
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  • Leonard D Vines
    Leonard D Vines

    Leonard D Vines

    Leonard Vines is based in St Louis and works with franchisors and distributors. He handles matters such as regulatory compliance and franchise terminations.

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USA - Nationwide

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