Best Lawyers in America for Franchise Law
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Jeffery Haff is a Partner at Dady & Gardner . Jeff has successfully resolved, through litigation and arbitration, hundreds of contract and business disputes on behalf of his clients resulting in millions of dollars of settlements and awards for wronged dealers, distributors and franchisees. Honored with numerous accolades within the area of franchise law, he is also a regular speaker at the ABA Forum on Franchising's Annual Legal Symposium.
Michelle Murray-Bertrand concentrates her practice on domestic and international franchising and licensing matters. Michelle advises both newly emerging and globally renowned mature domestic and international franchisors in the planning, structure, development and implementation of their franchise programs. Her experience includes drafting and negotiating franchise agreements, master franchise agreements, multi-unit development agreements and other ancillary agreements; securing franchise reg...
Robert F. Salkowski is a nationally recognized franchise lawyer, sophisticated trial lawyer, and strategic business advisor with more than thirty years of experience representing franchisees, franchisee associations, business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs throughout the United States and internationally. A partner at Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A . since 1995, Robert focuses his practice on franchise law , franchise litigation , and other complex business litigation, arbitration, mediat...
Brian T. McElfatrick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Franchise Law and Litigation - Construction. Brian T. practices law in Tampa, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Brian T. McElfatrick since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brian T. McElfatrick is held by other lawyers.
Co-founder and chairman of Monroe Moxness Berg PA, Dennis is a pioneer in corporate financing with a broad network of finance contacts and clients. He assists businesses, from emerging companies to multi-national firms, by providing creative ideas, identifying unique financing sources, and developing the financial tools necessary for their growth and development. His focus is on multi-unit acquisitions. Extensive experience enables Dennis to evaluate and manage the most complex and sophistica...
Max J. Schott II is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Franchise Law. Max J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Max J. Schott II since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Max J. Schott II is held by other lawyers.
Matt DeAntonio is a business litigator who helps his clients navigate complex commercial disputes. His clients range from multinational corporations to closely held companies. He has tried multiple cases to jury verdict and has appeared in state and federal appellate courts. Matt brings a strategic, problem- solving approach to litigation and works tirelessly to achieve results that advance his clients’ business needs. A significant portion of Matt’s practice involves representing...
Jason M. Murray is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Franchise Law. Jason M. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Jason M. Murray since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jason M. Murray is held by other lawyers.
Dan Deane is co-leader of the TCPA team and deputy leader of the Class Actions and Aggregate Litigation group. His practice focuses on defending businesses and individuals in high exposure complex civil and criminal litigation in state and federal court and before regulatory agencies. Dan’s clients include national and international businesses and individuals in a variety of industries with a focus in health care, insurance, and financial services. What do you focus on? My practice focu...
Keri McWilliams is a co-leader of the Franchise & Distribution team. She represents start-ups and mid-size companies across numerous industries, including restaurants, retailers, fitness centers, health concepts, and luxury brands, in all aspects of their corporate relationships. Keri is also a member of the Health and Wellness initiative, and the Food, Beverage and Agribusiness team. What do you focus on? Franchising I represent franchise systems ranging from 3 units to more than 1000 un...
Grant A. Walsh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Franchise Law. Grant A. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Grant A. Walsh since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Grant A. Walsh is held by other lawyers.
Mike's practice focuses on advising clients concerning antitrust and competition law, and intellectual property issues, as well as litigating those issues. His practice spans the breadth of the antitrust and intellectual property arena. His antitrust practice encompasses not only litigation and advising work, but also working with our corporate practice group on merger analysis and preparing transactions for premerger review pursuant to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act. In addition to screening and ...
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