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Joe works in the franchising and distribution area advising franchisors on various topics, including structuring the finance relationships and registration and disclosure issues. He also advises manufacturers on creating distribution networks that do not fall within the purview of state franchise or business opportunity laws and counsels his clients on the management of these networks. Bar Admissions Minnesota, 1996 U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota Professional Associations & Memberships American Bar Association, 1996-present American Bar Association, Forum on Franchising, 1998-present Franchise Forum Governing Committee, 2007-present Young Lawyers Division Liaison to Franchise Forum Governing Committee, 2003-2005 Annual Franchise Forum Co-Program Chair, 2008 Osseo Maple Grove Athletic Association Shakopee Area Catholic Schools, Athletic Advisory Council St. Mark's Church, Pastoral Council Vice President Education William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, MN, 1996 J.D., cum laude Editor, William Mitchell Law Review, 1995-1996 University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI, 1993 B.A. Honors Leader in Franchise Law - Chambers USA, 2009-2010 Best Lawyers in America,® Franchise Law, 2008-2010 Super Lawyer,® Minnesota Law & Politics magazine, 2004-2010 Super Lawyer,® Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition, Franchise & Distribution, 2008-2010 Rising Star,® Minnesota Law & Politics magazine, 2003-2004 |
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Protection of Franchisor Confidential Information
A national franchisor contacted Larkin Hoffman when their Minneapolis franchisee ceased operations and transferred customer records to a competitor.
Rewriting Operating Manuals -- The Devil is in the Details
An international franchise company turned to Larkin Hoffman to help rewrite, and in some cases create, operating manuals for multiple brands.
Streamlining Franchisor Contracting Process
An international franchisor seeking to streamline its contracting process turned to Larkin Hoffman.
Creation of National Dealer Network
A direct selling organization contacted Larkin Hoffman for assistance in establishing a national distribution network.
Withdrawal from Selling Group
When an international distribution company needed advice about its rights related to withdrawal from a selling group, the company turned to Larkin Hoffman.
Divorce of Lawyers
A lawyer, who wanted to leave a law firm and begin his own practice, contacted Larkin Hoffman for advice about how to quickly separate from the law firm and retain his client base.
