YouTube prankster Danny Duncan is teaming up with Neil Hershman, the 16 Handles franchisee who bought the brand and became CEO. Together, they aim to bring their frozen yogurt to the world.
What is a legal topic that more people in franchising need to know about?
The coronavirus pandemic and geopolitical conflicts around the world have made force majeure clauses more important than ever for internationa…
What has been your most interesting case or transaction lately and how did you work through it?
It was February 22 and David Paris of Paris Ackerman was sweating through the last-minute details of his latest deal, the sale of 64 Rent-A-Ce…
What is the biggest trend you’re watching in 2023, and how are you approaching it?
M&A and consolidation within franchising remain a mega trend; what’s your take and how should franchisors/franchisees proceed?
Several states across the country could follow the lead of California, which passed a law last year with implications for the restaurant indus…
Rocio Deitz credits a TGI Fridays in her native Peru for sparking her interest in franchise law. Deitz, an attorney at Baker McKenzie, recalle…
The QSR industry holds promise across Czech Republic, Poland and Romania, where McWin Capital Partners plans to develop 600 Burger King and Popeyes restaurants through its new Rex Concepts platform.