Some kinds of commercial transactions can be carried out with relatively little risk and involvement of counsel. In others, a proportionate investment in counsel on your part can produce both immediate and long-term returns. We can help you decide which is which.

Franchised brand owners expand through individual entrepreneurs that operate local branded outlets under a license.  Because a franchise is a major investment, the industry is regulated, and franchise sellers usually must make extensive disclosures for each offer or sale.  We write those FDD's for franchisors.  In some cases we may also review and negotiate terms for franchisees or prospective franchisees.

Internet and advertising law matters including selling goods or services online, domain names, and multi-jurisdictional compliance.

We help clients protect and realize the value of their inventions and other valuable intellectual property with NDA's, licenses, R&D agreements, and assignments or transfers.  We provide integrated coverage for your IP by working with patent counsel as needed.