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Carl Khalil, Attorney
Sada Sheldon, Attorney
Crystal Barnett, Attorney
Kris Klingensmith, Attorney
Jenny Kopp, Office Manager/Paralegal
Jennifer Lawson, Trademark and Franchise Paralegal
Jen Ward, Franchise Paralegal
Ashlea Wehle, Trademark Manager/Paralegal
Michael Wahl, Legal Intern
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Where can I find free FDDs?
Is it Time to Franchise My Business?
What is the difference between Franchising and Licensing?
What is the 7 day FDD Disclosure Rule?
What is the 14 day FDD Disclosure Rule?
What is a Unit Franchisee, Area Developer, and Area Representative?
Does a franchisor need to set up a new entity when franchising?
What are the Franchise Advertising Rules?
How long will it take to receive a trademark registration?
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Legal Team
Carl Khalil, Attorney
Sada Sheldon, Attorney
Crystal Barnett, Attorney
Kris Klingensmith, Attorney
Jenny Kopp, Office Manager/Paralegal
Jennifer Lawson, Trademark and Franchise Paralegal
Jen Ward, Franchise Paralegal
Ashlea Wehle, Trademark Manager/Paralegal
Michael Wahl, Legal Intern
Franchise Law
Franchise Services
State Franchise Registrations
Franchise Disclosure Documents
Federal Franchise Laws
State Franchise Laws
Trademarks
Trademark Registration
Trademark Office Actions
Trademark Renewals
Trademark Infringement
Trademark Opposition and Cancellation
Trademark Cybersquatting and UDRP
Trademark Resources
Legal Fees
Q & A
Where can I find free FDDs?
Is it Time to Franchise My Business?
What is the difference between Franchising and Licensing?
What is the 7 day FDD Disclosure Rule?
What is the 14 day FDD Disclosure Rule?
What is a Unit Franchisee, Area Developer, and Area Representative?
Does a franchisor need to set up a new entity when franchising?
What are the Franchise Advertising Rules?
How long will it take to receive a trademark registration?
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