Firm Information:

350 S. Grand Ave., # 2600
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Web Site: www.swlaw.com
Tel: (213) 929-2543
Fax: (213) 929-2525
Contact: Ms. Susan Grueneberg
Email: sgrueneberg@swlaw.com

Attorney Information:

350 S. Grand Ave., # 2600
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Tel: (213) 929-2543
Fax: (213) 929-2525

Firm Profile: In addition to franchise law, the firm is known for its zealous representation in complex business litigation including class action defense, labor and employment counseling and defense and franchise litigation. The firm's full-service expertise also extends to real estate, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, securities, commercial lending, gaming and tax.

Firm Background:

In Business Since: 1938

Major Franchising Clients in Past 3 Years: The firm represents numerous franchise clients in many areas, including restaurants and food service, transportation, real estate, home services, fitness, recreation and health. The firm also represents non-franchised distribution systems.

Attorney Profile: Ms. Grueneberg advises clients on laws affecting product and service distribution including franchise and business opportunity laws both domestically and internationally. This involves structuring distribution programs, regulatory compliance, preparation of disclosure documents, negotiations with franchisees, termination, nonrenewal and transfer issues, defense of enforcement actions and resolution.

Year Admitted to the Bar: 1980

Licensed to Practice in: CA

Education/Honors: BA cum laude, UCLA (1973); JD, UCLA (1979); US State Department Fellowship (1976-1978); US National Academy of Sciences Fellowship (1979-1981)

Professional Associations/Memberships: Chair, ABA Forum on Franchising (2001-2003); Member, IFA Legal/Legislative Committee (1996-Present); Chair, Advisory Committee, NASAA Franchise Project Group

Publications: Numerous articles for publications of the America Bar Association Forum on Franchising, the International Franchise Association, the California State Bar, Continuing Education of the Bar and other groups.

Provide Legal Services in U.S.: Yes

Provide Legal Services in Canada: Yes

Provide Legal Services Internationally: Yes

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