FRANCHISE LAW WITH ZING

Plave Koch Legal Library

Plave Koch attorneys keep busy on the speaking and writing circuits. These presentations and articles are priceless treasures, coveted by collectors the world over! Now you, too, can delve into this rich vein of accumulated stuff. We know you’ll want to read them all from top to bottom, but in case time does not permit this, we’ve made them searchable by attorney and by our areas of legal services. Enjoy!





Publication
International Franchise Sales Laws, Third Edition
American Bar Association Book Co-editor
February 2023
Topic(s): International
Publication
Legal Issues to Watch in 2023 & Beyond
Auto Rental News
December 2022
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Coming To America: So You Think Your Franchise Is Ready For the U.S. Market?
American Bar Association 45th Annual Forum on Franchising
November 2022
San Diego, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Panel Discussion with Heads of IPOs (moderator)
International Trademark Association Leadership Meeting
November 2022
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Building Blocks of Franchising - Franchise Management Certificate Program
Georgetown University Center for Continuing and Professional Education
May 2016 - September 2022
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): none
Presentation, Publication
Geopolitical Risks in International Franchising
IBA/IFA Joint Legal Symposium
May 2022
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
A Brave New World: Handling of Trademarks and Other IP in Virtual Offerings (moderator)
International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2022
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Telematics, Evs, and Other Pressing Topics in Vehicle Rental Law for 2022 and Beyond
International Car Rental Show Experience
April 2022
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Risk to Trade Secrets During the Age of Zoom
2022 IFA Convention
February 2022
San Diego
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
US Franchising, Texas
Lexology
2020 - 2022
Attorney(s): Doan, Emily
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Legal Landscape is Chaning - Are You Prepared?
International Car Rental Show Experience
August 2021
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Operational and Legal Challenges to Electrify Car Rental Fleets
Auto Rental News
May 2021
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Report from the United States - News Around the World
International Bar Association / International Franchise Association 2021 Joint Conference
May 2021
Virtual (Washington, DC)
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Trademark Modernization Act News Alert
December 2020
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Publication
IP Considerations in Creating a Character
December 2020
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Publication
IFA Lawsuit Challenges Application of California AB-5 to Franchising
Franchising.com
December 2020
Attorney(s): Doan, Emily
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Considering Contactless Rentals? Check Your State Laws First
Auto Rental News
November 2020
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Addressing New Legal Speed Bumps for Contactless Rentals
Auto Rental News
November 2020
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Ghost Kitchens, Third Party Delivery, and Franchising
IBA 2020 Annual Legal Conference
November 2020
IBA Global Online
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchise Council of Australia: Coming to America!
FCA Annual Legal Symposium
November 2020
Franchise Council of Australia
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
2020 Legal Update
International Car Rental Show Experience
October 2020
Virtual
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Comeback of a Lifetime: Politics in Franchise Advertising During 2020
Webcast and Podcast
October 2020
Online Webinar
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Assessing COVID-19 Liability Legislation
Auto Rental News
August 2020
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Understanding COVID-19 Legal Claims Based on Sanitization
Auto Rental News
August 2020
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Franchising Q&A: US
Thomson Reuters Practical Law
July 31, 2020
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The PPP Flexibility Act
Franchising.com
July 2020
Attorney(s): Doan, Emily
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Managing Car Rental Risks, Liability, Legalities During a Pandemic
Auto Rental News webinar
April 15, 2020
Virtual
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Second Round of PPP Funding Comes with New Rules - Are You Ready?
Franchising.com
April 2020
Attorney(s): Doan, Emily
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Excusable Non-Use – A Timely Option
March 2020
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Publication
Protecting the Trade Dress in Your Store Layout
February 2020
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Publication
The How and Why of Trademark Symbols
February 2020
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Legal Update: Back to the Basics
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2020
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Client Alert: Resolve to Audit Your Trademarks in 2020
January 2020
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Presentation
RV Rental Law Update 2019: Rental Agreements and Policies as We Approach the 'Roaring 20s'
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
November 2019
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Ethics: Keeping Up With Ever Evolving Technology, They Didn't Teach That in Law School
ABA's 42nd Annual Forum on Franchising
October 16-18, 2019
Denver, CO
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
The Keys to Successful Negotiation and Early Dispute Resolution
American Bar Association- 42nd Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2019
Denver, Colorado
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Topic(s): none
Presentation, Publication
Joint Ventures in International Franchising
IBA Annual Conference
September 2019
Seoul, Korea
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Vehicle Rental Laws: Road Blocks to Evolving Mobility Models?
August 2019
University of Michigan Law School
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Aged-Based Rental Laws: Do You Know Your Obligations?
Auto Rental News
July 2019
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Revenue Recognition for Franchisors: What Every Franchise Attorney Should Know
Federal Bar Association/MyLawCLE
June 2019
Webinar
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Legal Ethics in Counseling Franchise Systems in Crisis
52nd Annual IFA Legal Symposium
May 2019
Washington D.C
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Pros and Cons of Arbitration vs. Litigation ( Roundtable)
International Franchise Association 52nd Annual Legal Symposium
May 2019
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Presentation
Rental Car Laws Still Matter Even as the Industry Evolves
International Car Rental Show
March 14-16, 2019
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Demystifying the Public Domain: A Guide to Copyright Duration
Corporate Counsel Business Journal
March 2019
Attorney(s): Doan, Emily
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Top 10 Ways to Stay Legally Compliant
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2019
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
New FASB Revenue Recognition Guidance for Franchisors
IFA Annual Convention 2019
February 2019
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): none
Publication
FASB Issues Revenue Recognition Clarity
Franchising World
December 2018
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
RV Rental Law 5.0: Top Ten Ways to Stay Legally Compliant While Adapting to Changes in the Marketplace and Technology
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
November 2018
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Minesweeper! Avoiding Landmines in the Digital Age
The Franchise Lawyer, Vol. 21, No. 4
October 3, 2018
American Bar Association
Topic(s): none
Presentation
The New FASB Rules: Revenue Recognition
American Bar Association’s 41st Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2018
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation, Publication
The New FASB Rules: Revenue Recognition - 2
American Bar Association’s 41st Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2018
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Judicial Panel
American Bar Association- 41st Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Establishing a Relationship with Multi-Brand Retailers
2018 International Distribution Institute Annual Conference
June 8, 2018
Florence, Italy
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Trademarks, Copyrights and Patents: A Mid-Year Update
Corporate Counsel Business Journal
June 2018
Attorney(s): Doan, Emily
Topic(s): none
Publication
U.S. – When did you last audit your trademark portfolio?
LimeGreen
June 2018
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Navigating the New Normal with Financial Performance Representations
International Franchise Association – 51st Annual Legal Symposium
May 2018
Washington, DC
Presentation
A Practical Guide to Managing Issues Faced by Start-up and Small Franchisors
International Franchise Association – 51st Annual Legal Symposium
May 2018
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Web 2.0: Social Networking + Data in Franchising - 2
International Franchise Expo
May 2018
New York, NY
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Disruptive New Technologies and Franchising (Delivery Services: Uber Eats, Grubhub, and more)
34th Annual IFA/IBA Joint Conference
May 2018
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Why Franchising? How Women Can be Successful in Today’s Franchising Marketplace - 2
International Franchise Expo
May 2018
New York, NY
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising Your Business - 4
International Franchise Expo
May 2018
New York, NY
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Disruptive New Technologies and Franchising: Delivery Services
IBA/IFA 33rd Annual Joint Conference
May 2018
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Replication and Sealing for Impact Univ. Of New Hampshire
Social Sector Franchising Initiative 2018 Webinar Series
April 11,2018
Webinar
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Hey Is That Legal? Top 10 Legal Issues Surrounding on Demand Rentals (Carsharing)
International Car Rental Show
April 2018
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Publication
Liquidated Damages Provisions: Strategic Drafting and Enforcement Issues
Franchise Law Journal, Vol. 37, No. 4
Spring 2018
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
First Steps in Data Privacy Cases: Article III Standing
Franchise Law Journal, Vol. 37, No. 4
Spring 2018
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising: Investing In & Managing Family Owned Business Opportunities
Cornell University School of Business
March 2018
Ithaca, New York
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Guest Lecturer: “Franchise Law" - 2
Georgetown University Law School
March 2018
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Implementing a Process for Franchise Expirations, Renewals, and Transfers (Roundtable)
58th Annual IFA Convention
February 2018
Phoenix, AZ
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Vehicle Rental Law Updates
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2018
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Why Franchising? How Women Can be Successful in Today’s Franchising Marketplace
Franchise Expo West
November 2017
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising Your Business - 2
Franchise Expo West
November 2017
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Web 2.0: Social Networking + Data in Franchising
Franchise Expo West
November 2017
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Accidental Franchise
Fairfax Bar Association Annual Convention
October 2017
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, PA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Exemption-Based Franchising Throughout the United States
American Bar Association’s 40th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2017
Palm Desert, CA
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Avoiding Electronic Collection Pitfalls
Auto Rental News
Fall 2017
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Walking The Line: How to Administer a Franchise System in Light of the NLRB’s New Joint
International Franchise Expo
June 2017
New York, NY
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Legal Aspects of Franchising Your Business - 3
International Franchise Expo
June 2017
New York, NY
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Graying of a Franchise System: How to Deal with an Aging Franchisee Population
IFA 50th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2017
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Cybersecurity Exposure
IFA 50th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2017
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Hot Topics in International Franchise Laws-Selected Contractual Issues
IBA/IFA Joint Conference
May 2017
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Legal Aspects of Franchising Your Business - 2
International Franchise Expo
May 2003 - June 2017
Washington, DC and New York, NY
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Presentation
Review of Key Indicators that Foretell a Franchisee’s Financial Default or Other Financial Difficulties (Roundtable)
International Franchise Association - 50th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2017
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Presentation
New Mobility Models: Know the Opportunities, Risks and Legalities
International Car Rental Show
March 2017
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Vehicle Rental Law 101 - 4
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2017
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Real Estate Site Selection Services – Roundtable
International Franchise Association 43rd Annual Convention
February 2017
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchisees: What Does the NLRB Mean to You?
International Franchise Association 57th Annual Convention
January 2017
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Moderator: Annual Leadership Conference
International Franchise Association 57th Annual Convention
January 2017
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
SBA Announces Changes for Franchisee Financing
December 2016
Modern Restaurant Management Magazine
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
My Addenda Say What? A Review of State Mandated FDD and Franchise Agreement Addenda
American Bar Association’s 39th Annual Forum on Franchising
November 2016
Miami Beach, FL
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Coming to America: EB-5 Programs and Franchising
American Bar Association’s 39th Annual Forum on Franchising
November 2016
Miami Beach, FL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Coming to America: EB-5 Programs and Franchising Publication
American Bar Association’s 39th Annual Forum on Franchising
November 2016
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Mini Rental School
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
November 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Rental Agreements for the New Millennium
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
November 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Franchise Law Summary 2016: Joint Employment and Globalization
Who’s Who Legal
November 2016
Law Business Research Ltd
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Trademarks and Brands Q&A: EU Trademark Protection
Webinar
November 2016
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): Trademarks
Presentation
Effective Counter Sales that Won’t Get You in Trouble
Auto Rental Summit
October 2016
Buena Vista, FL
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Franchisor, Franchisee and Vicarious Liability
Auto Rental News
Sept/Oct 2016
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
What to Expect When Private Equity Comes In (Pre-transition)
Franchise Capital Exchange
August 24, 2016
Chicago, IL
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
What to Expect When Private Equity Comes In (Post-Transaction)
Franchise Capital Exchange
August 24, 2016
Chicago, IL
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): none
Publication
The Defend Trade Secrets Act: Does It Make Secrets Safe(r)?
The Franchise Lawyer, Vol. 19, No. 3
Summer 2016
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation, Publication
Taking International Franchising to the Next Level
IFA 49th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2016
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
The Accidental Franchise: Tips for Business Lawyers
Fairfax Bar Association
May 2016
Fairfax, VA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Ins and Outs of Franchise Advertising Programs
International Franchise Association – 49th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2016
Washington, DC
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Taking International Franchising to the Next Level - 2
IFA 49th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2016
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Joint Employer Issues in Franchising
Canadian Franchise Association
April 2016
Ottawa, Ontario
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Overview of Franchise Agreements and Legal Issues
International Car Rental Show
April 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Recall Bill is Law – What Now?
International Car Rental Show
April 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The Graves Amendment: Challenges, Interpretations and Answers
Auto Rental News
March/April 2016
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Presentation
Steps to Franchise Your Business
Greater Falls Church Chamber of Commerce
March 2016
Falls Church, VA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Vehicle Rental Law 101 - 3
MBA Insurance Rental School
March 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Shifting Gears: Modifying Key Franchise Agreement Terms in Response to Recent Regulatory Changes
International Franchise Association 56th Annual Convention
February 2016
San Antonio, TX
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Brand Protection Strategies: Handling Trademark, PR, and Social Media Crises in an Online World
International Franchise Association 56th Annual Convention
February 2016
San Antonio, TX
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Publication
Key Issues, Decision Points for International Expansion to Cuba: Moving Beyond "Close But No Cigar"
The Franchise Lawyer
Winter 2015
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Impounds, Electronic Agreements, and GPS Tracking: Staying Legal on Today’s Hot Button Issues
Auto Rental Summit
November 2015
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Ethical Risks in Cyberspace
ABA's 37th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 14-16, 2015
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Fundamentals of Franchising - 2
American Bar Association’s 38th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2015
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Legal Aspects of Franchising Your Business
West Coast Franchise Expo
October 2004 - October 2015
Houston, TX; Anaheim, CA; Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Presentation, Publication
Report from the United States: The NLRB and Cuba
September 2015
London
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Vicarious Liability and the NLRB "Joint Employer" Issues in Franchising
NRA Show 2015 - National Restaurant Association
May 19, 2015
Chicago, Illinois
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Beyond CSR - Engaging Corporations in Impact Investing
Legal Issues in Impact Investing (At Home and Abroad)
May 11, 2015
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Franchise Registration
IFA 48th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2015
Chicago, Illinois
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Devil in the Details: Drafting Rental Agreements
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
March 2015
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Devil in the Details: Drafting Rental Agreements Presntation
MBA Insurance Rental School
March 2015
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Social Sector Franchising at the Bottom of the Pyramid – Solving the Challenges in the Developing World
International Franchise Association’s 55th Annual Convention
February 17, 2015
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Cutting Edge Franchise Agreements and Concepts
Franchise Expo South
February 2015
Houston, TX
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
How Much Am I Going to Earn? How Franchisors May (and May Not) Answer This Question
Franchise Expo South
February 2015
Houston, TX
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
A Marriage Made in Heaven? Private Equity and International Franchising
International Journal of Franchising Law - Volume 13 - Issue 1
2015
Claerhout Publishing Ltd.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
An Unworkable Result: Examining the Application of the Unfinished Business Doctrine to Law Firm Bankruptcies
Emory Bankruptcy Developments Journal, Vol. 32 , No. 1
2015
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Operating a Franchise System With Multiple Brands: Issues and Best Practices
November 2014
American Bar Association Webinar
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Vicarious Liability and Joint-Employer - Ten Practical Tips to Execute Today
IFA Wednesdaywise Webinar
November 2014
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
A Marriage Made in Heaven? Private Equity and International Franchising Presentation
International Bar Association Annual Conference
October 21, 2014
Tokyo, Japan
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Art and Science of FDD Drafting
American Bar Association’s 37th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 15-17, 2014
Seattle, WA
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Rules of Engagement: Legal, Cultural and Operational Considerations for Inclusive Distribution at the Base of the Pyramid
SCALA Conference - Multilateral Investment Fund of the Inter-American Development Bank
October 3, 2014
Antigua, Guatemala
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Unique and Often Overlooked Issues and Limitations on Doing Business in International Franchising
American Bar Association’s 37th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2014
Seattle, WA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Key Issues and Decision Points for a Franchisor Wishing to Expand Internationally
International Division Breakfast Program - ABA’s 37th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2014
Seattle, WA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
The NLRB Decision - What Does It Mean for Franchising?
Google Hangout
September 9, 2014
Google Hangout
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Fundamentals of Franchising on the Road
American Bar Association’s Forum on Franchising
June 11, 2014
New York City, NY
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Current Hot Topics In Franchise Registration And Disclosure
International Franchise Association’s 47th Annual Legal Symposium
May 4-6, 2014
Chicago, IL
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Using the Manual to Enforce System Standards (Roundtable)
IFA 47th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2014
Chicago, Illinois
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Table Topic Moderator – Naked Licensing
INTA AM
May 2014
Hong Kong
Attorney(s): Brennan, Valerie
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Legal and Legislative Update: Law and Disorder
Car Rental Show
April 2014
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Data Crises and Franchise Systems
Franchising World
March 2014
Presentation
Franchising (Guest Lecturer)
Georgetown University Law School
March 2014
Washington, DC
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): none
Presentation
The Accidental Franchise: Traps for the Unwary and Elements of Control in Trademark License Agreements
Florida Bar Association 5th Annual Intellectual Property Symposium
March 2014
Tampa, FL
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Presentation
How to Know When Your Franchise is Ready to Go Global
International Franchise Association’ 54th Annual Convention
February 2014
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Leadership Conference Roundtable
International Franchise Association Annual Convention
February 2014
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Protecting Your Brand Through Social Media Roundtable
International Franchise Association Annual Convention
February 2014
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Basics of Vehicle Rental Agreements
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2014
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Expanding Through Branding: A Growth Opportunity for Social Enterprise Organizations
Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) – Legal Working Group
January 2014
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
Class Lessons: Learning from Class Actions
Auto Rental News-Handbook
2014
Bobit Business Media
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The Constancy of Change and the Existential Threat of Data Loss – Foreword
Franchise 2013 – Who’s Who Legal
November 2013
International Bar Association, London
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Crisis and Reputation Management: Shaping Standards of Behavior and Implementing Response Plans
American Bar Association’s 36th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 16-18, 2013
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Fundamentals of Franchising “Antitrust” and “What is a Franchise?”
American Bar Association’s 36th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2013
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations in International Franchising - International Division Breakfast Program
American Bar Association’s 36th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2013
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Rental Agreement Workshop and Legal Update - 2
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
October 2013
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Bringing Your Franchise Concept to the U.S. Market – Guidance for Non-U.S. Franchisors
Int’l Sales and Marketing Practice Manual
June 2013
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Protect this House! Legal Steps to Protect Your Systems
2013 FranCamp: IFA Digital Marketing & Technology Best Practices Conference
May 2013
Atlanta, GA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
The Dark Side of Master Franchising
29th Annual IBA/IFA Joint Conference
May 2013
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
That’s My List! Who Owns Customer Data in Franchise Systems?
International Franchise Association’s 46th Annual Legal Symposium, International Franchise Association 43rd Annual Convention
May 2013
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
You Say You Want an Evolution? Private Equity Finds its Franchising Groove
LJN’s Franchising Business & Law Alert vol. 19 no. 8
May 2013
American Lawyer Media
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation, Publication
Advanced FPRs: Writing, Using, Attacking and Defending Financial Performance Representations
International Franchise Association’s 46th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2013
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Technology and the Law: Are you Compliant?
Car Rental Show
April 2013
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Protecting Your Brand: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – Technology & Franchising Summit Roundtable
International Franchise Association 43rd Annual Convention
February 2013
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Assessing Materiality – What to Include and When to Amend
American Bar Association’s 35th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2012
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Risks and Rewards of Franchising on the Path Less Traveled: International Franchising in Uncommon Markets
American Bar Association – 35th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2012
Los Angeles, CA
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Due Diligence, Deal Structuring, Pricing & Exits – Four Top Deal Professionals Explain How They Identify & Navigate the Unique Issues of Franchise Deals
The Capital Roundtable – Private Equity Investing in Franchise Companies
October 2012
New York City, NY
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Rental Agreement Workshop and Legal Update
RV Dealers International Convention/Expo
October 2012
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Digital Policy Structure: How Should it Be Done? Digital Media and Franchising
FranchisEssentials Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 1
August 2012
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Weathering the Storm: Assessing the Resilience of the Franchise Model
World Trademark Review
June/July 2012
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Regrets: If Dreams Came True – Provisions You Wish You Had (or Didn’t Have) in Your Franchise Agreement
International Franchise Association’s 45th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2012
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Presentation
Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Financial Performance Representations
International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2012
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
From the Trenches – Four Private Equity Investors Report Why They Like Restaurant Companies
The Capital Roundtable – Private Equity Investing in Restaurant Companies
March 2012
New York City, NY
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Legal and Legislative Update
Car Rental Show
March 2012
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Protecting Your Brand in Social Media and Social Networking
International Franchise Association 42nd Annual Convention
February 2012
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Trademarks and Intellectual Property Roundtable
International Franchise Association Annual Convention
February 2012
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Vehicle Rental Law 101 - 2
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2012
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Intensive Program: Best Practices for Managing Your Franchise Disclosure and Registration Process
American Bar Association’s 34th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2011
Baltimore, MD
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The Players, The Transactions, The Contracts, and the Legal Environment – Foreword
Franchise 2011 – Who’s Who Legal
October 2011
International Bar Association, London
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Annual Franchise and Distribution Law Developments 2011
October 2011
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
New Unlimited Cyber Real Estate: They’re Making More, But Should You Buy It?
Franchising World
October 2011
International Franchise Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Annual Update: Franchise and Distribution Law Developments
American Bar Association’s 34th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2011
Baltimore, MD
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Oh No, Is That Really a Material Change? Disclosure, Exemption and Registration Issues in Challenging Economic Times
International Franchise Association’s 44th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2011
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising and Technology: Keeping Pace with Changes, Cloud Computing, and E-Disclosure
International Franchise Association’s 44th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2011
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchising Your Business - 11
International Franchise Expo
April 2003 - April 2011
Washington, D.C. and New York, NY
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations (Roundtable Facilitator)
IFA Legal Symposium
May 2011
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Improperly Prepared FDDs: What’s a Franchise to do?
Franchising World
April 2011
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising Your Business
International Franchise Expo
April 2011
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Improperly Prepared FDDs: What’s a Franchisee To Do?
April 2011
Franchising World
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Assessing Materiality in Franchise Disclosure Documents: A Canada- U.S. Analysis
0 Franchise Law Journal, 245
Spring 2011
Washington, D.C.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Dr. Jekyll’s Wife and Other Stories from the ABA Consumer Protection Conference
LJN’s Franchising Business & Law Alert vol. 17 no. 6
March 2011
American Lawyer Media
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Legal and Legislative Update
Car Rental Show
March 2011
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations
IFA Convention
February 2011
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Vehicle Rental Law 101
MBA Insurance Rental School
February 2011
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The Franchise Law Compliance Manual, Chapter 2, Franchise Disclosure and Sales Compliance
Forum on Franchising
2011
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Franchising in Asia: Breaking the Curse of Assumption
LJN’s Franchising Business & Law Alert vol. 17 no. 3
December 2010
American Lawyer Media
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Card Interchange Fees Under Fire
December 2010
Franchising Update
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Franchising Your Business - 8
West Coast Franchise Expo
October 2007 - November 2010
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Fundamentals of Franchising
American Bar Association’s 33rd Forum on Franchising
October 13-15, 2010
San Diego, CA
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Going Green – The Impact of Energy Efficiency Schemes and Carbon Reduction Commitments on Franchising
American Bar Association’s 33rd Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2010
San Diego, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Tweet! Intellectual Property and Brand Protection in the Age of Social Media
American Bar Association’s Annual Spring Meeting
August 2010
San Francisco, CA
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Publication
Beware the “Other” FTC
Franchise Law News
Q3 2010
Franchise Update Media
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
Microfranchising: A Business Approach to Fighting Poverty
Franchise Law Journal vol. 30 no. 1
Summer 2010
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
The Evolving Franchise System: How to Guide an Emerging System from ‘Baby Steps’ to a ‘Grown Up’ System
International Franchise Association’s 43rd Annual Legal Symposium
May 2010
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Search Engine Optimization, Paid Search and Micro Sites – Controlling Your Brand
International Franchise Association’s 43rd Annual Legal Symposium
May 2010
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Presentation
Disclosure Requirements Under Federal and State Laws
43rd International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2010
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Technology in Franchising: Data, Social Media, and 21st Century Franchise Policies
International Franchise Expo
April 2010
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Social Media Best Practices
International Franchise Association
April 2010
Webinar
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchising Your Business - 3
International Franchise Expo
April 2010
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations - 2
International Franchise Expo
April 2010
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Size, Experience Matters in Registration and Disclosure Requirements
April 2010
Franchising World
Topic(s): none
Publication
What’s in a Name? A Lot: Trademark and Brand Protection Strategies for Franchisors
19 Business Law Today, No. 4
March/April 2010
American Bar Association
Topic(s): Trademarks
Publication
Franchising and the Internet
International Bar Association Legal Practice Division
2010
Globe Business Publishing
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Privacy and Data Security Risks for Franchise Systems and Suppliers
Georgetown University Center for Continuing and Professional Education
December 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Presentation
Growth Through Multi-Unit Franchising
American Bar Association’s 32nd Annual Forum on Franchising
October 15-16, 2009
Toronto, ON
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Privacy Programs for Small Businesses
Franchising World
October 2009
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Best Practices for State Franchise Registration
American Bar Association’s 32nd Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2009
Toronto, ON
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations -3
West Coast Franchise Expo
October 2009
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Financial Performance Representations - 4
IBA International Franchising Newsletter
September 2009
International Bar Association Legal Practice Division
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
News From Around the World
International Franchising Newsletter
September 2009
International Bar Association Legal Practice Division
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Understanding Franchise Law
Young Lawyers’ Division
August 2009
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Turning to Franchising in Troubled Times
World Trademark Review
June/July 2009
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
We Are Not Alone: Compliance with Transnational Laws in International Franchising
American Bar Association
June 2009
Teleseminar
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
International Franchising
Georgetown University Center for Continuing and Professional Education
May 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Managing the Multi-State Disclosure Process – Legal Roundtable
International Franchise Association’s 42nd Annual Legal Symposium
May 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations in International Franchise Transactions
25th Annual IBA/IFA Joint Conference
May 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Franchise Agreement Drafting: The Essentials
International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2009
Washington, D.C.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising Your Business - 5
International Franchise Expo
April 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations - 5
International Franchise Expo
April 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Exemption-Based Franchising: Are You Playing in a Minefield?
28 American Bar Association Franchise Law Journal No. 4
Spring 2009
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Common Pitfalls for Prospective Franchisees
International Franchise Expo
March 2009
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Trademarks and Intellectual Property
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO)
March 2009
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Trademarks
Presentation
Strategic Financial Planning for Franchisors
International Franchise Association’s 49th Annual Convention
February 2009
San Diego, CA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Termination Issues
International Franchise Association 49th Annual Convention
February 2009
San Diego, CA
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Presentation
Legal Aspects of International Expansion
IFA International Symposium on Franchising
November 2008
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Nuts and Bolts: Franchise Law and Technology
West Coast Franchise Expo
November 2008
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Advanced Disclosure Issues Under the New FTC Franchise Rule
31st Annual Legal Symposium
October 2008
American Bar Association Forum on Franchising
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Advanced Disclosure Issues Under the New FTC Franchise Rule Presentation
American Bar Association’s 31st Annual Forum on Franchising
October 2008
Austin, TX
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Leveraging New Media to Grow Your Business
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO)
October 2008
Tysons Corner, VA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Good Faith and Fair Dealing: Economic Power in Franchising
24th Annual IBA/IFA Joint Conference
May 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Best Practices for Dealing with a Franchisee Who Doesn’t Fit Into the System – Legal Roundtable
International Franchise Association’s 41st Annual Legal Symposium
May 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Presentation
Helping Franchise Systems Succeed: Avoiding the Pitfalls Encountered in the Early Stages of Franchising
41st International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Expansion, Encroachment, Impact and Cannibalization
41st International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Presentation
Earnings Claims and Financial Performance Representations
International Franchise Expo
April 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchising in India
International Franchise Expo
April 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
The Use of Technology in Franchising
International Franchise Expo
April 2008
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchisor/Franchisee Communications
48th Annual International Franchise Association Convention
February 9-12, 2008
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
eFranchise Your Ops: eDisclosure, eContracting, eManuals – Technology Summit Roundtable Discussion
International Franchise Association 48th Annual Convention
February 2008
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Best Practices for Dealing with a Difficult Franchisee – Business Solution Roundtable Discussion
International Franchise Association 48th Annual Convention
February 2008
Orlando, FL
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Presentation
The Use of Technology in Franchising - 2
Franchise Expo South
January 2008
Miami, FL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Financial Performance Representations: The New Earnings Claim
The West Coast Franchise Expo
October 19-21, 2007
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Pros and Cons of Using Brokers, Development Agents and Referral Sources
American Bar Association’s 30th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 10-12, 2007
Phoenix, AZ
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Use of Technology in Franchising - 3
West Coast Franchise Expo
October 2007
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchising Opportunities: Leveraging on NRI Success
Third Annual Convention of the U.S. Indian-American Chamber of Commerce
September 5, 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Legal Considerations In Expanding a Business through Franchising
The Metropolitan Corporate Counsel
July 2007
Presentation
How to Deal with the Financially Distressed Franchisee
International Franchise Association’s 40th Annual Legal Symposium
May 8, 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Presentation
Alternatives to Single Unit Franchising
40th International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 7, 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Using Development Agreements in International Franchise Expansion
23rd Annual IBA/IFA Joint Conference
May 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Global Proliferation of Franchise Law
American Bar Association / Section of International Law – 2007 Spring Meeting
May 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Complying with Brand Standards
40th International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The Franchise Transfer Process: Taking it One Step at a Time
April 25, 2007
Franchise Alert
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Selling Franchises and Administering a Franchise Program: Compliance Programs and Goals
International Franchise Expo
April 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
eDisclosure After the FTC Rule Amendments
13 LJN’s Franchising Bus. & Law Alert 7
April 2007
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Earnings Claims
International Franchise Expo
March 30, 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Learnings from International Franchising Experience
1st Annual Indian Franchise Summit
March 10-11, 2007
New Delhi, India
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Regulatory & Legal Framework
1st Annual Indian Franchise Summit
March 10-11, 2007
New Delhi, India
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Franchising and Technology
International Franchise Expo
March 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Best Practices for Working with Franchisees on Transfers Roundtable
International Franchise Association 47th Annual Convention
February 24-27, 2007
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Franchisor and Franchisee Communications Roundtable
47th Annual International Franchise Association’s Convention
February 24-27, 2007
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The Basics of the Franchise Registration Process
February 21, 2007
Franchise Alert
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Franchise Registration: It’s Time to Renew
February 20, 2007
Franchise Alert
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Newly Amended FTC Franchise Rule
International Franchise Association’s 47th Annual Convention
February 2007
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
E-Disclosure Under the New FTC Franchise Rule
International Franchise Association 47th Annual Convention
February 2007
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Principles of Franchising
IFA Educational Foundation – International Franchise Association 47th Annual Convention
February 2007
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Federal Trade Commission Amends Franchise Rule
Franchise Alert
January 26, 2007
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Franchising, eBusiness, and the Internet ICFE Study Guide for Franchise Executives
Educational Foundation
2007
International Franchise Association
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
International Franchising – Presentations to visiting Russian delegations
U.S. Department of Commerce – Special American Business Internship Training
2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Taking The Plunge—Are You Ready To Franchise?
Small Business Opportunities
Winter 2006
Presentation
The Use Of Technology In Franchising - 4
West Coast Franchise Expo
November 2006
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
The Other Contracts in the Franchise Relationship - 2
ABA’s 29th Annual Forum on Franchising: The Fine Art of Franchise Law
October 11-13, 2006
Boston, MA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
The Other Contracts in the Franchise Relationship
American Bar Assoc. Forum on Franchising
October 11, 2006
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
New Business Opportunity Rule Proposed by FTC
The Franchise Handbook
October 2006
Topic(s): Licensing
Publication
Private Equity Financing Fuels Franchise Boom
IndUS Bus. Journal, Vol. 6 No. 18
September 15, 2006
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
Small Business Health Plans: Are They Getting Closer to Reality?
The Franchise Lawyer, Vol. 10, No. 1
September 2006
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Presentation
Litigating Franchise Transfers: What Right Does a Franchisor Have to Say “No”?
ABA Forum on Franchising and Center for Continuing Legal Education
July 13, 2006
Live Teleconference and Webcast
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Publication
FTC Initiates Rulemaking on Business Opportunities
Franchising World
July 2006
Topic(s): Licensing
Publication
eDisclosure: Best Practices
Franchise World
July 2006
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Franchising: Data Protection and E-Commerce Issues in the United States
Int’l Journal of Franchising Law, Vol. 4, Issue 2
June 2006
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Princeton Review Litigation Puts Renewal Condition to the Test
Int’l Journal of Franchising Law, Vol. 4, Issue 2
May 18, 2006
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Franchisee Intranets – Legal Roundtable Presentation
International Franchise Association‘s 39th Annual Legal Symposium
May 9, 2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Reed, Benjamin B.
Presentation
Best Practices in International Franchising
International Franchise Association 39th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Hot Spots in International Franchising
International Franchise Expo
May 2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Technology Issues Affecting Franchising
International Franchise Association 39th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Presentation
What Every Franchisor Needs to Know About Privacy and Security
Wiley Rein & Fielding Teleconference
April 20, 2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Franchising In Canada
International Franchise Expo
April 2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Guest Lecturer: “Franchise Law”
Georgetown University Law School
2006
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
FIN 46R: A New, Improved Minefield for the Franchise Industry
LJN’s Franchising Business & Law Alert Volume 13, No. 7
Winter 2005
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Recent Developments in the United States Affecting Franchising
Ontario Bar Association
October 2005
Toronto, ON
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Operation of Competing Brands Upheld Again
The Franchise Lawyer, Vol. 9, No. 1
September 2005
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Presentation
2005 FTC Franchise Rule and IFA-FTC Franchise Sales Compliance
International Franchise Association
September 2005
Washington, D.C.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Trends in U.S. Franchise Law for Non-U.S. Lawyers
International Franchise Association’s 38th Annual Legal Symposium
May 8-10, 2005
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Dealing with Financially Distressed Franchisees
International Franchise Association’s 38th Annual Legal Symposium
May 8-10, 2005
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Presentation
Registration and Franchise Law
38th International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 8-10, 2005
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Start-Up Lab: Franchising Principles
MIT Enterprise Forum
May 2005
Tysons Corner, VA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Registration and Franchise Law - 2
38th International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2005
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Pujo, Leslie
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Selling Franchises Without Getting Into Trouble: A Regulator’s Perspective
International Franchise Expo
April 2005
Washington, D.C.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Global Franchise Expansion
International Franchise Expo
April 2005
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
International Summit: Issues in International Development
International Franchise Association’s 45th Annual Convention
March 6-9, 2005
Hollywood, FL
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Obtaining Franchisee Buy-In to Re-Imaging Programs
International Franchise Association 45th Annual Convention
March 6-9, 2005
Hollywood, FL
Attorney(s): Curran, Leslie D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Cybergriping: The Law of Complaint Sites on the Internet
Georgetown University Law School Advanced Computer & Internet Law Institute
March 2005
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Best Practices for Defining Your Franchise Renewal Process
International Franchise Convention’s 46th Annual Convention
February 25-28, 2005
Palm Springs, CA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
New China Franchise Regulation To Be Effective February 1, 2005
DLA Piper FranCast
January 2005
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Privacy Issues that Affect Franchising - 2
American Bar Association’s 27th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 7, 2004
Vancouver, BC
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Representing Franchise Clients in the Post-Enron World
American Bar Association – 27th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 7, 2004
Vancouver, BC
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Publication
Massachusetts Highest Court Upholds Post-Term Non-Compete Clauses, Boulanger v. Dunkin’ Donuts Incorporated, 815 N.E. 2d 572
Boulanger v. Dunkin’ Donuts Incorporated, 815 N.E. 2d 572
October 2004
Mondaq Banking and Financial
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Privacy Issues that Affect Franchising
Forum on Franchising
October 2004
American Bar Association
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
Recent Developments in the United States Affecting Franchising - 2
Ontario Bar Association
October 2004
Toronto, ON
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
FTC Publishes Staff Report on Proposed Franchise Rule Amendments
Piper Rudnick FranCast
August 2004
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
FTC Addresses Earnings Claims in Internet Advertising
LJN’s Franchise & Business Law Alert Volume 10, No. 9
June 2004
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Negotiating a Lease or Sublease Agreement
International Franchise Association’s 37th Annual Legal Symposium
May 24, 2004
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Unauthorized Transfers
37th International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 24, 2004
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Defending Civil Enforcement Actions by the FTC or the State
International Franchise Association’s 37th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2004
Presentation
Defending Civil Enforcement Actions by the FTC or the State Presentation
International Franchise Association’s 37th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2004
Publication
The CAN-SPAM Act
4 Privacy and Info. Law Report 9, at 7
May 2004
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Selling Franchises Without Getting Into Trouble
International Franchise Expo
April 2004
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
U.S. Trends in Franchising
Canadian Franchise Association Annual Legal Symposium
April 2004
Toronto, ON
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Co-Branding Your Franchise System
Canadian Franchise Association Annual Legal Symposium
April 2004
Toronto, ON
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Creative Solutions for Dealing with Financially Troubled Franchisees
International Franchise Association’s 44th Annual Convention
March 9, 2004
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
The CAN-SPAM Act and Franchisors
Piper Rudnick FranCast
March 2004
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
The Madrid System and a Streamlined Process for Registering Trademarks Around the World
The Franchise Lawyer, Vol. 6, No. 3
Winter 2003
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Trademarks
Presentation
The Franchisor/Franchisee Relationship
8th Annual Int’l Foodservice Technology Exposition (FS/TEC)
October 2003
Long Beach, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Practical Approaches to International Franchise Disclosure
19th Annual IBA/IFA Joint Conference
May 14, 2003
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Anti-Terrorism Regulation and Franchising
International Franchise Association’s 36th Annual Legal Symposium
May 12, 2003
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Publication
Distribution and Supply Arrangements In International Franchise Networks
20th Annual IFA/IBA Joint Seminar on Franchising
May 2003
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Distribution and Supply Arrangements in International Franchise Networks Presentation
International Bar Association Legal Symposium
May 2003
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
The Intersection of e-Commerce and Franchise System Trade Secrets: Avoiding Collisions on the Super Highway
International Franchise Association’s 36th Annual Legal Symposium
May 2003
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Presentation
Franchise Transfers and Renewals
Franchise UPDATE 2003 MultiUnit Franchising 2003 National Development Conference
March 2003
Dallas, TX
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Electronic UFOCs? Yes!
February 28, 2003
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
Dealing with Financially Troubled Franchisees
International Franchise Association Convention: Business Solutions Roundtable
February 15, 2003
San Antonio, TX
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Application of U.S. Franchise Laws to International Transactions
Franchising in Wandel: Gedächtnisschrift für Walther Skaupy,” Verlag C.H. Beck
2003
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Entering the U.S. Market: Legal and Practical Advice
International Symposium of the British Franchise Association/IFA
October 9, 2002
London, England
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Judicial Treatment of Dealer Restrictions
ABA Antitrust Section and Michigan Bar Association
June 2002
Detroit, MI
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Program Chair, Franchise Law and Internet Legal Roundtable Program
Franchise UPDATE Third Annual System Management and Information Technology Summit
May 2002
Dallas, TX
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
E-Commerce and the Internet: Practical Considerations for Practitioners
Petroleum Marketing Attorneys Annual Meeting
April 2002
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
E-commerce & Franchising: System & Encroachment Concerns
International Franchise Association’s 42nd Annual Convention
February 2002
San Antonio, TX
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Essentials of E-Commerce Presentation
ABA’s 24th Annual Forum on Franchising
October 10-12, 2001
San Francisco, CA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Essentials of E-Commerce
American Bar Association’s 24th Annual Forum on Franchising ABA Forum on Franchising Annual Meeting
October 2001
San Francisco, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Co-chair, American Conference Institute Second Annual Legal Symposium on Online Auto Sales
The E-Sign Act - American Conference Institute - Second Annual Legal Symposium on Online Auto Sales
October 2001
Chicago, IL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Franchising in Asia - A more Regulated Environment
September 2001
Franchise Times
Topic(s): none
Presentation
Internet Regulation: Legal Issues and Challenges
Franchise UPDATE 2d Annual Information Technology and Leadership Summit
May 2001
San Jose, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Using the Lanham Act to Combat Foreign Trademark Piracy
34th International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 2001
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Publication
Retool Your Franchise Agreement to Recruit Minorities and Women
Franchising World
April 2001
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Presentation
The Role of Technology in Tactical Execution - 2
International Franchise Association’s 41st Annual Convention
February 24, 2001
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
The Role of Technology in Tactical Execution
International Franchise Association Annual Convention
February 2001
Las Vegas, NV
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Presentation
The Electronic Franchise Agreement
International Franchise Association Second Tuesday Program
December 19, 2000
Tysons Corner, VA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
The Electronic Franchise Agreement: Part II
Franchising World
November/December 2000
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Effective Management of the Corporate Law Department in the New Global Economy
Corporate Counsel Section – American Bar Association’s 23rd Annual Forum on Franchising Annual Meeting
October 2000
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Topic(s): International
Presentation
Protecting Domain Names, Cybersquatting, and Cybergripe Sites
ABA Forum on Franchising Annual Meeting
October 2000
New Orleans, LA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Critical Websites, Cybersquatting, and Defamation on the Internet
U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Symposium on Managing the Risks in E-Commerce
October 2000
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
American Conference Institute First Annual Legal Symposium on Online Auto Sales and Special E-Auto Contract Considerations
American Conference Institute – First Annual Legal Symposium on Online Auto Sales
October 2000
Chicago, IL
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
The Electronic Franchise Agreement: Part I
Franchising World
September/October 2000
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Publication
How to Implement Dot.com Franchising Solutions
Franchising World
September/October 2000
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchising and Licensing Your Spa
Spacifically 2000
September 28, 2000
Los Angeles, CA
Attorney(s): Faunce, Marisa D.
Presentation
The Proposed Small Business Franchise Act of 1999: The End of Franchising As We Know It?
Federal Bar Association Annual Convention
September 22, 2000
Cleveland, OH
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
E-Sign and the FTC Rule
The Franchise Lawyer
September 2000
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Co-Presenter, "Legal Aspects of Franchising and Technology"
International Franchise Association’s Legal Roundtable Series
September 2000
Denver, CO
Attorney(s): Amolsch, Regina B.
Publication
Clinton e-signs new law – The E-SIGN Act
Piper Marbury Rudnick & Wolfe FranCast
July 2000
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Franchising and the Internet - 2
Franchise UPDATE First Annual Information Technology and Leadership Summit
June 2000
San Jose, CA
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Emerging Privacy Issues in Franchising
International Franchise Association’s 33rd Annual Legal Symposium
May 14-16, 2000
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
The Internet: Franchisor Policy and Enforcement
International Franchise Association – Annual Legal Symposium
May 2000
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
New Uncertainties About Disclosure Requirements
Franchising World
March/April 2000
Topic(s): Franchising
Publication
Franchisor Survival Guide to Online Privacy
GPSolo, Best of ABA Sections Issue
March 2000
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Making the Internet a Win-Win in Franchise Relationships
International Franchise Association – 40th Annual Convention
February 2000
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Publication
Franchisors Gain Powerful New Weapon in War Against Cybersquatters
Leader’s Franchise & Business Alert
January 2000
Attorney(s): Plave, Lee J.
Presentation
Personal Exposure: Risk Management in the Franchise Relationship
ABA’s 22nd Annual Forum on Franchising
October 13-15, 1999
Palm Springs, CA
Attorney(s): Koch, David W.
Presentation
Mergers and Acquisitions of Franchise Companies
32nd International Franchise Association Legal Symposium
May 1999
Washington, D.C.
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Presentation
Acquiring and Operating Multiple Franchise Systems
International Franchise Association Annual Convention
March 1999
Miami Beach, FL
Attorney(s): Rubinger, James C.
Publication
Franchise Sales Regulation ABA Forum on Franchising
October 1985
Annual Forum
Topic(s): Franchising