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Marisa Faunce advises franchisors on compliance and intellectual property protection.

Restaurants face pressure from penny shortage and cash rounding rules.

Marisa Faunce is a top franchise lawyer who has built a career around handling litigation for franchisors and transitioning into franchise regulatory and transactional work at Plave Koch PLC.

Franchise attorney Leslie Curran has a 25-year career and is known for practical, system-minded counsel to franchisors.

The 2025 edition of the Top Franchise Legal Players features attorneys who have earned trust by delivering clear guidance and steady outcomes.

Lee Plave is a top franchise legal expert, specializing in drafting and negotiating franchise agreements and advising clients on franchise and distribution law.

A recent article in Forbes explores the benefits of owning a franchise business for families, including responsibility, work-life balance, and community involvement.

Franchisees should carefully evaluate earning claims by considering historical and prospective data, location, and sample size.

You’ll likely get a wide variety of answers. Maybe they grew up eating at that restaurant and have a nostalgic connection?

The NLRB's recent ruling on joint employers could have broad repercussions for franchising, potentially stifling business growth in various industries.