Franchising
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
Email address
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+1 314 259 2000Chambers Review
BCLP advises clients on a broad range of sophisticated and complex franchising matters. It offers domestic and international capability in both franchise transactional matters and litigation, with notable expertise in acquisitions, class actions and general financing and regulatory work. The firm is noted for particular expertise in countries such as France, Germany, the UK and China. It is regularly called upon by major franchisors in the construction, automotive and hospitality industries.
Work Highlights
- BCLP assisted Zensho with the franchise law elements of its $621 million acquisition of Snowfox.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"BCLP is very committed to us and are very responsive."
"BCLP is very committed to us and are very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Jonathan Solish remains a go-to lawyer for high profile class actions and single plaintiff disputes, particularly misclassification and termination cases. He also handles a variety of transactional matters.
"We value Jonathan's in-depth knowledge of the franchising business. He is very well experienced in the field and has seen all kinds of litigation in his career."
"Jonathan is a big thinker."
Keith Klein represents clients in arbitration and commercial litigation relating to franchising and distribution issues. He is active on behalf of food and beverage brands and is particularly interested in the technology sector.
"Keith is very strong at litigation."
"Keith is a wonderful lawyer."
Kenneth Costello is noted for his strong transactional franchising practice. He frequently assists clients with issues such as licensing, branding and regulatory compliance.
"Ken has a lot of depth to his practice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
USA - Nationwide