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June 15, 2024Award

Eric Friedman Named Top 100 Franchise Attorney

Eric A. Friedman has been recognized in the prestigious Franchise Times Legal Eagle list as one of the Top 100 Franchise Attorneys in America for 2024. This marks the ninth consecutive year Eric has received this honor, cementing his reputation as one of the nation's leading franchise law experts.

May 2, 2024Event

Speaking Engagement: International Franchise Association Annual Conference

Eric Friedman will be presenting a session on 'Strategic Approaches to Multi-Unit Development' at the International Franchise Association Annual Conference in Las Vegas, NV. The session will cover complex territory negotiations, development schedules, and financing strategies for rapid expansion.

April 18, 2024Publication

New Publication: Understanding Franchise Disclosure Documents

Eric Friedman's comprehensive guide to navigating Franchise Disclosure Documents has been published in the Franchise Law Journal. This 25-page article provides franchisees with essential insights on evaluating opportunities and avoiding common pitfalls in franchise agreements.

March 5, 2024Announcement

Expansion of Practice Areas: Intellectual Property Protection

Friedman Law is pleased to announce the expansion of our services to include comprehensive intellectual property protection for franchise systems. This new focus area will help franchisors protect their valuable trademarks, trade secrets, and proprietary systems.

February 20, 2024Team

Welcome New Associate: Sarah Chen, Esq.

Friedman Law is delighted to welcome Sarah Chen, Esq. to our team. Sarah brings specialized expertise in commercial real estate transactions and franchise development, having previously worked with several national franchise brands. She will support our growing client base in complex property acquisitions and lease negotiations.

January 12, 2024Expansion

New Office Location in Chicago

To better serve our Midwest clients, Friedman Law has opened a new office in downtown Chicago. This expansion allows us to provide more hands-on support to franchisees and franchisors throughout the region, while maintaining our commitment to exceptional service.

December 7, 2023Event

Free Webinar: Franchise Resales - Maximizing Value and Minimizing Risk

Join Eric Friedman for a free webinar on strategic approaches to franchise resales. Learn how to position your franchise for maximum value, navigate transfer requirements, and structure deals to optimize tax outcomes. Registration is open on our website.

November 15, 2023Case Study

Case Study: $75M Multi-Brand Franchise Portfolio Acquisition

Eric Friedman recently led a complex transaction involving the acquisition of a $75M multi-brand franchise portfolio spanning three states. The deal included 47 locations across four franchise systems and required innovative financing structures and regulatory approvals.

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