Firm Information:

845 Third Avenue - 8th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Web Site: www.gdblaw.com
Tel: (212) 935-3131
Fax: (212) 935-4514
Contact: Mr. David T. Azrin
Email: dta@gdblaw.com

Attorney Information:

845 Third Avenue - 8th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Tel: (212) 935-3131 + 4411
Fax: (212) 935-4514
Email: dta@gdblaw.com

Firm Profile: We represent existing and start-up franchisors and franchisees in all business-related matters, including franchise disclosure documents, franchise registration, franchise litigation, leases, corporate structure, trademarks, employee issues, non-compete agreements, tax issues, and estate planning. We provide diligent representation at a reasonable cost, and close communication with our clients. The firm is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Firm Background:

In Business Since: 1978

Serving the Franchising Community Since: 1978

% of Total Billable Hours Billed to Clients in the Franchising Industry: 20%

Full-time Employees: 27

Full-time Professionals: 14

Major Franchising Clients in Past 3 Years: Franchisors: Perfumia, Gourmet Cajun Grill, Nemiroff, Andre's Steakhouse, Machinery Wholesalers. Franchisees: Great Clips, Burger King, Dunkin' Donuts, Mailboxes Etc., GNC, Dunhill

Attorney Profile: I represent existing and start-up franchisors and franchisees in New York, Florida, and New Jersey in the preparation of franchise disclosure documents and registration; representation in franchise litigation and other types of business disputes, including contract disputes, fraud claims, trademark disputes, non-compete disputes, employment disputes, lease disputes; advice regarding employment issues and preparation of employment agreements; trademark registration; advice and preparation of documents concerning corporate governance.

Year Admitted to the Bar: 1988

Licensed to Practice in: New York, Florida, New Jersey

Education/Honors: Stanford University, 1985, A.B., with honors; University of Michigan, 1988, Law Review; Phi Beta Kappa. The firm is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Professional Associations/Memberships: International Franchise Association; AAFD; American Bar Association; New York Bar Association, Florida Bar

Publications: Articles on franchising published in various publications including IFA's Franchising World, Westchester County Journal News, and South Dade Newsletter

Provide Legal Services in U.S.: Yes

Provide Legal Services in Canada: No

Provide Legal Services Internationally: No

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