Mr. Kaplan represents franchisors and distributors ranging from start-up franchisors to some of the largest and most innovative companies in the franchise community. Mr. Kaplan blends real-world, practical business acumen with a thorough understanding of what makes franchising a unique legal environment. Examples of the breadth of types of franchisors Mr. Kaplan has represented include: national and local restaurant companies, specialty retailers, repair companies, cleaning companies, salons and spas, automotive after-marketers and weight loss clinics.
FRANCHISEES
Mr. Kaplan has represented franchisees in all aspects of franchising, including initial consultations, dispute resolution, buying and selling franchised business and contract negotiations. Examples of the types of franchise systems Mr. Kaplan has been involved with include: specialty retailers, national and local restaurants, testing, advertising, printing, cleaning, hair cutting, eye glasses, motorcycle and automobile dealers, gas stations, home repair and furnishings, pet care, photography, real estate, dry cleaning, athletic apparel, video systems, health care, temporary employment, tax services, oil changes, spas, couponing, tank cleaning, carpeting and tile, wine merchants and cell phone companies.