Franchise Law Attorney in Kansas City
Serving franchisors and franchisees nationwide
Kansas City, Missouri, law firm Mark J. Klein, P.C. represents franchise owners and individual franchisees throughout the United States in all legal aspects of their business. Mark J. Klein, our firm's principal attorney, has been devoting his professional services to franchise community clients primarily since 1967, and almost entirely since 1986.
The world is our marketplace
Wherever you are or want your business to be, we offer our services. The reach of our law firm spans all directions from Kansas City and has included counseling business owners in Georgia, Texas, Virginia, North Carolina and even as far as Switzerland. We know no geographic limits, so please contact us to put our experience and expertise to work on your franchise law case.
More than 40 years' experience in franchise law
We wholeheartedly believe in the concept of franchising as an extremely valuable element of our society. Our clients have included franchisors, franchisees, and national associations of franchises. Our support of the franchise concept and our experience on both sides of the franchise fence allow us to fully appreciate many common interests between franchisors and franchisees as well as the conflicting interests.
Concentrating exclusively on franchise law for more than 40 years, Mark J. Klein, P.C. has represented countless franchisees, including first-time buyers and experienced franchise owners, and several franchisors. This experience fosters a unique view and deep understanding of franchise transactions, contracts, and disputes. Our firm has addressed a multitude of legal issues from franchisors and franchisees, including:
- Counseling "radical" franchisee associations
- Litigation and arbitration in disputes
- Holding national class action suits on behalf of franchisees against their franchisor
- Defending a franchisor against multiple claims from franchisees
- Counseling prospective franchisees on purchases
- Creating new franchise systems
- Helped franchise systems comply with regulations
- Helped franchisors obtain establishment in other countries
- Helped to establish systems that avoid franchisee treatment under state and federal laws
- Lobbied for federal legislation to protect franchisees from abuse by their franchisors
What we do for you
We can help any existing or prospective franchisor or franchisee. We often do the routine work of representing small- and medium-size clients as well as select other tasks which, because of our experience and focus on franchise law, we are better equipped to handle your case more effectively than a general counsel firm:
- Communicating with rebellious franchisees in an effort to achieve mutually beneficial harmony
- Serving as special counsel in conjunction with your regular counsel to work toward settlement
- Talking openly and directly about your options at every turn
- Providing the expertise garnered by decades of representation on both sides of the franchise law fence
Many times, conflicts between franchisees and franchisors do not sever the relationship. Our philosophy is to find a peaceful resolution to your issue to reduce any present and future antagonism or fighting. Our legal team examines the case from all angles to find the solution with the greatest benefit whereas still protecting our clients' rights. If an issue arises that we believe will be best handled by an attorney with other expertise, we seek help from counsel who will satisfy our high standards of legal ability and customer care.
Our business is helping you run your business
With Kansas City attorney Mark J. Klein, you can expect comprehensive research and arguments on your behalf, responsive service, and a keen attention to detail. From coast to coast, franchisees and franchisors can rely on the experience and legal knowledge of our firm. For an initial consultation, call 816.822.1495 or contact Mark J. Klein, P.C. online today.
