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Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina but practicing all over the world, represents franchisors, franchisees, and entrepreneurs. Our firm focuses on all things franchise law, which sets us apart from 99% of the other "business lawyers." Whether you’re an established franchisor, looking to buy into a franchise, or wanting to franchise your own business, we will not only guide you through federal franchise regulations and state requirements, but we’ll partner with you to help you crush it. Our entire law firm is invested in your success. We bring extensive experience and professionalism to the table with every client, and we work with budgets of all sizes.
We love entrepreneurs because we're entrepreneurs. We stay on top of the latest franchise developments, trends, and laws — all to give you exceptional advice that will last for years to come.
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101 S Tryon St, Suite 2700, Charlotte, NC, 28280
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Posted by Denis | June 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
We selected Jonathan and his group after review of various alternatives and discussion with other attorneys in NC. Our choosing him to represent us was a simple decision to make. The services his staff and Jonathan (personally) provided us was second to none. As unpleasant as the entire legal proc...
Thank you for the kind words, Denis! It was a pleasure assisting you with that matter.
"Jonathan has a great reputation and is known for providing high quality legal services. I enthusiastically endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is a person who sees the value in specializing. He devotes his practice exclusively to franchise law and, because of that, he can navigate the nuances of the practice area."
"Jonathan is an excellent lawyer, and my go-to referral for franchise issues. He is smart, personable, engaging, understands the law, and knows how to get the job done."
"This attorney has extensive knowledge regarding all business and tax matters. Clients are always his priority."
"Jonathan is the type of attorney that works hard not only to get his clients great results but to make sure his clients understand the process they are going through. Jonathan’s compassion and drive makes him a great negotiator for both his business and tax law clients. If you have any business or tax issue, I recommend talking with Jonathan first."
"Jonathan is an excellent business attorney. From drafting the formation documents to winding up closing business, he helps his clients achieve their goals every step of the way."
"Jonathan is an excellent business attorney. He combines a knowledge of business law, attention to detail, and level of zeal for his clients' interests that all attorneys should strive to match. I highly endorse Jonathan Barber for all business, tax, and estate planning needs."
"Jonathan combines his background in finance with his expertise in the law to provide advanced services for clients that takes most attorneys decades to master. He is unique in that regard and is one of the go to attorneys for any business, tax or estate needs. Additionally, he is of the utmost character and truly cares about people."
"Jonathan is a terrific business attorney. His knowledge of business law and other related areas, such as tax, is exceptional. I highly recommend Jonathan for his ability to help his clients with their business and other related legal needs."
"I attended law school with Jonathan and personally worked on multiple projects with him. He is a sharp legal mind and I would trust him to be on my team any day."
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2020
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2020
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2019
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2019
Pro Bono Honors Society, Supreme Court of North Carolina
2018
Pro Bono Honors Society, Supreme Court of North Carolina
2017
Lawyer Referral Service Member Spotlight, Mecklenburg County Bar
2017
Pro Bono Honors Society, Supreme Court of North Carolina
2016
Pro Bono Honors Society, Supreme Court of North Carolina
2015
Pro Bono Award, Liberty University School of Law
2016 - Present
Managing Attorney, Franchise.Law
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Shelton & Power, LLC
2015 - 2017
Adjunct Professor, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern, Commonwealth's Attorney Office
2020 - Present
Mecklenburg County Bar, Sole Practitioner/Small Firm SectionChair
2018 - Present
Carolina Franchise AssociationBoard Member
2016 - Present
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2016 - Present
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2016 - Present
American Bar Association, Forum on FranchisingMember
2015 - Present
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2015 - Present
International Franchise AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
Mecklenburg County Bar, Sole Practitioner/Small Firm SectionVice Chair
2015 - 2016
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2014 - 2015
Liberty University School of Law Business Law SocietyPresident
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