Ronald K. "Ron" Gardner, Jr.

Ronald K. "Ron" Gardner, Jr.

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006
Awarded Practice Areas
Franchise Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Minneapolis.
Awarded Practice Areas
Franchise Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Minneapolis.
Ronald K. "Ron" Gardner, Jr.
Ronald K. "Ron" Gardner, Jr.
Minneapolis, MN
Works at
Dady & Gardner PA

9 Best Lawyers awards

Dady & Gardner PA logo

Biography

Ronald Gardner is a partner at the top franchisee law firm Dady & Gardner, P.A. Hehas represented businesses in virtually all fifty states, including both single-owner and multi-unit franchisees. He has handled issues of unlawful termination, encroachment, and the franchisor's failure to comply with requirements of the FTC and state governments. He is also a nationally known speaker on franchise law and the Past Chair of the ABA's Forum on Franchising.
Works at
Dady & Gardner PA

9 Best Lawyers awards

Dady & Gardner PA logo

Locations

Education

  • Hamline University, J.D., graduated 1994

Bar Admissions

  • Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association

Affiliations

  • ABA Forum on Franchising - Chair

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Franchise Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Franchise Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2019 - Franchise Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2015 - Franchise Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Franchise Law, Minneapolis (2026)
  • Franchise Law, Minneapolis (2024)
  • Franchise Law, Minneapolis (2019)
  • Franchise Law, Minneapolis (2015)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Franchise Law
Special Focus:
  • Automobile Dealerships
  • Dealers
  • Distribution
  • Distributors
  • Franchisees
  • Litigation
Awards:
  • Hamline University School of Law Distinguished Alumnus of the Year (2010)

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