Franchise, Distribution + Marketing Litigation

Our team helps companies manage the complex challenges that arise in a franchise or distribution relationship. We represent clients in a range of industries, including petroleum refiners and marketers; truck, automobile, electronic, and heavy equipment manufacturers; building products; and medical device. Our attorneys are at home litigating in federal, state, and appellate courts; are experienced representing clients in alternative dispute forums; and have a long track record before state attorneys general and administrative agencies.

We represent clients in a wide range of matters, including dealer termination cases, Robinson-Patman (price discrimination) cases; claims under Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act and the Petroleum Marketing Practices Act (PMPA); bad faith pricing arising under UCC 2-305; common law fraud and breach of contract actions; and federal trademark infringement arising under the Lanham Act.

In addition to litigation, we conduct compliance reviews and counsel clients on issues such as dealer terminations, antitrust concerns, the establishment of dealer networks, and drafting distribution agreements and plans.