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Kevin Maurice Kilcommons

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  • Clinton, NJ
  • Licensed for 34 years
Kevin Maurice Kilcommons
Kevin Maurice Kilcommons
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About Kevin

Why Franchise Law? I get entrepreneurs and I enjoy working with you. Your enthusiasm is infectious and you appreciate straight talk and honest, hard work from your attorney. I  formed and assisted a local company to succeed as a national franchisor with units now in 16 states (ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine as a top 500 franchisor again in January 2019 - now holding a place in the upper half – and having gained several hundred slots since its first 2017 ranking). I have assisted many Franchisees from review and explanation about their FDD terms, negotiating revisions to franchise terms, helping to ramp-up their franchise businesses (forming legal entities, reviewing and negotiating commercial leases, negotiating land use issues for brick and mortar units), as well as negotiating or litigating disputes between Franchisors and Franchisees.

 

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Practice areas

Real estateBusinessFranchising
  1. Franchising: 60%

    I am outside general counsel to a national franchise recognized by Entrepreneur magazine as a top 500 US franchise (Jan 2018). In addition, I represent franchisees in a variety of industries, including food and health.

    18 years

  2. Business: 30%

    Representing small to medium sized companies. Formation. Contract negotiation and drafting. Commercial litigation. Commercial leasing.

    33 years

  3. Real estate: 10%

    Representing clients in both commercial and residential transactions.

    23 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Kilcommons Law. P.C.

99 Gray Rock Road, Suite 101
Clinton, NJ, 08801-3127

Website
http://kilcommonslaw.com/ 

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      NJActive198703/30/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers1
      Legal guides1
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
      Professional Lawyer of the Year AwardHunterdon County Bar Association2010
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Hunterdon County Bar Association, Professionalism CommitteeChairman2018 - Present
      Hunterdon County Bar AssociationMember1993 - Present
      New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember1987 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      kilcommonslaw.comIs the Quest to Expand the Joint Employer Standard Over?2018
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Seton Hall UniversityMA - Masters2014
      Seton Hall University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1986
      College of WoosterBA - Bachelor of Arts1982

      Reviews

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      Franchisee Representation

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      In 2017 I made a huge career change and went into the restaurant business, starting with becoming a franchisee of a national sandwich chain not well known in NJ. After interviewing one NJ franchisee attorney who tried to cross-sell me to a franchise broker, I happened upon Kevin's website, talked to him, and hired him to be my business attorney. Kevin and I have only been working together for about a year, and yet I can highly recommend Kevin to represent franchisees after seeing his work on my contracts with a franchisor and in a prolonged retail lease negotiation, which we are signing this week. You will be well served by Kevin, Susan and the rest of his staff, and their pricing structure is reasonable. Oh, did I mention that my prior career was as an attorney for 20 years at a big law firm and corporations big and small?
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: John, it has been a pleasure to work with you on this ongoing project. Here's to smooth sailing through your opening and beyond. Thank you for your thoughtful comments.

      A league of their own

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      I had and continue to have the honor of working with Kevin Kilcommons and his staff. During the process of opening a business, there can be an overwhelming feeling of stress, however Kevin made you feel comfortable and took the time to thoroughly explain everything and allowed the process to slow down. His professionalism and his supportive demeanor made the experience handling contracts, leases, franchise agreements ect. as comfortable as you can ever ask for. At the same time effectively negotiate the terms for their clients benefit. I would highly recommend this firm on all levels. Thank you Kevin Kilcommins!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: David, I am so glad that your franchise business has lifted-off. Best wishes for success.

      Franchise and Lease review

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      Kevin was very professional in handling our FDD, FA, and lease review. He was very thorough and had our best interests in mind. He handled everything in a timely manner and was always available to address any questions/concerns.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: Amy, it was a pleasure to assist you. Thank you for your review.

      Franchise Review

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      I hired Kevin to review the FDD for a franchise that I was thinking of investing in. I met with Kevin for an initial consultation where he explained what entails in his FDD review and the pricing associated with it. Kevin’s review was very extensive pointing out specific disclosures that I was not aware of. Kevin also explained what my obligations were as the franchisee as well as what the franchisor’s was. I was very happy with hiring Kevin to review the FDD and felt a lot more comfortable moving forward the franchise because of his insight. Thank you Kevin.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Kevin Kilcommons' response: Thanks, Brian. Best wishes for success!

      Exceptional Attorney

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      My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Kilcommons to review the FDD for a franchise business we were considering starting. He reviewed the 500 page FDD in a week and discussed it in great details with us. He then gave us recommendations and talking points to discuss with the franchisor which helped reassure us and alleviated our concerns. Mr. Kilcommons' in dept knowledge of the franchise business, diligence and flexibility coupled with his exceptional professionalism makes us elated to have him as our attorney. We look forward to retaining him as we go through the process of finalizing a contract and setting up our business.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: Jennifer, thank you for your thoughtful review. I very much appreciate it and looking forward to your success in this industry.

      FDD Review

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      I reached out to Kevin for the task of Franchise Disclosure Document review. His office staff is very professional and flexible with regards to scheduling. He understood my situation very well and also provided valuable assistance since I am new to franchise business. His guidance helped us ask the right questions that I had missed on my part. With that knowledge, I was able to make the right decision. The review was completed in a very timely manner which is a big plus. I would highly recommend Kevin to anyone with franchising business needs.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: Thank you, Mr Gupta. It has been a pleasure to assist your family on this matter.

      Helped With Partnership Ageement

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      Kevin is both knowledgeable and trustworthy, helping me navigate a partnership agreement that protected all parties involved. Kevin offered suggestions I never would have thought of on my own and made the process easy and painless.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: Thank you, Gene. I very much appreciate this recommendation.

      Smart Efficient and Cost Effective

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      Me. Kilcommons is an excellent attorney. He understands all the details of Franchise Law, was accommodating and worked extra fast to meet our deadline. Oh and by the way, his pricing was beyond fair and straightforward. If you need and Franchise attorney this is the guy
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      President

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      Kevin did a fine job of navigating us through the formation of a new corporation and the subsequent successful acquisition of a professional services business. He was very accessible and patient with us as new business owners.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Software Account Manager

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      Kevin successfully handled my case and gave me the information and guidance I needed to win a favorable settlement on a complex case. At the outset and throughout, Kevin was professional, showed deep legal expertise, and he explained the process, and possible outcomes should we take on the defendant. Kevin helped me successfully negotiate a settlement and avoid a long and protracted court case. He was very easy to work with and very knowledgeable of the case law. Based on my experiences, I would highly recommend Kevin for any of his legal services and practices.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney
      Kevin Kilcommons' response: Thanks, Greg. It was a long haul for you and I am glad it was resolved to your satisfaction.
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      Peter Zhang

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      Hui Zeng, Business Attorney on Sep 3, 2020
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lee Roth, Business Attorney on Jan 17, 2019
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is a "straight up" guy to deal and work with.