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USA USA - Nationwide Franchising

This section includes those acting for Franchisees and Franchisors and covers both transactional and contentious work. On the non-contentious side, this includes setting up a franchise arrangement, expanding a system and closing down arrangements. Disputes arising from the sector such as disputed closing down of a system or contractual obligations.

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Band 1
  1. DLA Piper LLP (US)
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    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Leading firm offering a very deep bench of experienced attorneys capable of handling the full gamut of complex franchising litigation and transactional matters. Represents a wide variety of clients including some of the largest franchisors in the USA, private equity firms and a number of startups. Has a strong international presence complementing work with foreign companies franchising into the US. Offers unmatched expertise in termination-related disputes and litigation involving allegations of violations of state disclosure and relationship laws.
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Band 2
  1. Baker McKenzie
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    Baker McKenzie
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked
    Offers a broad base of franchising expertise, with a recognized focus on high-profile transactional work. Extensive experience advising franchisors on how best to format and expand their businesses. A varied client list includes several giants in the hospitality, retail and restaurant industries. Highly regarded as a leading firm for international franchising, both for US franchises expanding abroad and for foreign franchises seeking to expand into the US.
  2. Lathrop GPM
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    Lathrop GPM
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked
    Strong firm with notable expertise in dispute resolution, franchising M&A and international franchising. Offers a deep bench of attorneys covering a broad base of transactional advisory work and representation of clients in franchise litigation and arbitration. Has significant expertise in assisting franchisors to explore expansion options and address government regulations, employment issues and intellectual property matters. Additionally noted for providing franchising clients with tax advice.
  3. Cheng Cohen LLC
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 2
  4. Plave Koch PLC
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. Greenberg Traurig, PA
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    Greenberg Traurig, PA
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Strong franchise and distribution practice with expertise in both domestic and international transactions and regulatory compliance work. Represents a number of large franchises in the full range of transactional and litigation needs. Also possesses particular expertise in matters arising from issues concerning IP and labor and employment. Able to provide clients with regular counsel on the nuances and the impact of changes in local law in various international jurisdictions.
  2. Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.
    3
    Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked
    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. Offers significant expertise on both domestic and international franchise-related transactional matters including M&A. Also provides expertise in litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Provides representation to oil companies on matters such as compliance with gift card laws and opening convenience stores on gasoline station premises.
  3. Haynes and Boone, LLP
    3
    Haynes and Boone, LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
    Respected firm in the market, offering counsel and representation to a broad range of international and domestic clients. Strong bench of lawyers providing notable expertise and experience in franchising litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. Particularly well versed in helping businesses with international expansion and distribution. Recognized for expertise in representing clients from the food, drink, hospitality, retail and travel sectors.
  4. Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren, Ltd.
    3
    Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren, Ltd.
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
    Advises a number of high-profile franchises in the hospitality, restaurant and lodging industries on the full range of franchising matters. Strong bench of attorneys offering notable experience and expertise in franchising M&A and regulatory and compliance work. Particularly well versed in the drafting and registering of franchise agreements and disclosure documents, as well as offering expertise on the structuring of domestic and international franchise relationships.
  5. Nixon Peabody LLP
    3
    Nixon Peabody LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
    Represents franchisors and distribution companies through the full process of franchising, with expertise in M&A, franchise documentation and high-stakes dispute resolution. Offers a strong bench of attorneys experienced in international and domestic franchising matters. Counsels on transfers, terminations, renewals and franchisee association issues. Acts for a large roster of clients drawn from the restaurant, retail and financial industries among others.
  6. Venable LLP
    3
    Venable LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
  7. Wiggin and Dana LLP
    3
    Wiggin and Dana LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked
    Established firm with notable expertise in franchise litigation. Represents clients from a variety of industries, including several of the USA's largest quick service restaurant franchises. Clients are also drawn from the retail, automotive and hospitality sectors.
  8. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3
  9. Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3
  10. Foley & Lardner LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3
  11. Quarles & Brady LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 3
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Band 4
  1. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
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    Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Robust team handling complex franchisor and franchisee issues. Well placed to provide strategic advice on brand development and expansion within the US and globally. Particularly adept at representing those in the restaurant and food and beverage industries.
  2. Polsinelli PC
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    Polsinelli PC
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Able to assist with a range of litigious issues facing franchised businesses including breaches of contract, termination disputes and arbitrations. Has a strong practice advising clients on corporate and transactional issues involving IP rights, contract drafting and international brand expansion. Particularly well regarded for its representation of restaurant and foodservice clients.
  3. Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
    Franchising
    2022 | Band 4