Stanley M. Dub

Stanley M. Dub

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 50 years

Franchising Lawyer at Shaker Hts., OH
Practice Areas: Franchising, Business

20600 Chagrin Blvd #400, Shaker Hts., OH

About Stanley

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Franchising 85%

Mr. Dub has prepared and registered franchise disclosure documents for new franchisors, reviewed dozens of franchise packages for individuals considering purchase of a franchise, and represented both franchisors and franchisees in disputes relating to the franchise relationship. On numerous occasions he successfully represented franchisees seeking to exit their franchise systems, be released from their non-compete obligations, or recover damages from the franchisor for disclosure violations.

37 years

85%
Business 15%

Mr. Dub has negotiated and documented a great many complex business arrangements, including acquisitions valued up to $100 million, and many complex real estate purchase or leasing arrangements.

51 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 50 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1975

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 39 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1986

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Stanley M. Dub Co. LPA

20600 Chagrin Blvd #400, Shaker Hts., OH, 44122

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Stanley M. Dub's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Larry | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Lawyer to represent Franchisees

Stan Dub provided excellent assistance to a group of Ohio franchisees who had significant issues with the General Franchisor. Stan was extremely knowledgeable and helped our group reach a very satisfactory settlement. Stan was fundamental in reaching this favorable conclusion.

Posted by Holly | March 1, 2015

Franchise Disclosure Package Evaluation

My husband and I were considering taking advantage of a franchise opportunity with a California-based franchisor. After visiting one of the established franchise locations in CA, we liked the business model and thought that the service would be well-received in the Cleveland area. We were very clos...e to committing, but wanted a attorney to review the franchise disclosure package. Mr. Dub quickly reviewed the disclosure package and provided a detailed analysis which highlighted a number of things in the agreement which were, "one-sided in needless ways" and which did not, "accommodate the business realities of this new franchisor situation". We shared Mr. Dub's suggested modifications with the franchisor, however there was no room for flexibility with regard to the agreement. In the end, we walked away from this opportunity. While many people could have been successful with the franchise, Mr. Dub helped us to recognize that it was a lot to risk on something that did not fully meet our expectations and requirements. His council was an invaluable investment that undoubtedly saved us a great deal of resources in the long run. He is truly a subject matter expert.

Posted by Allan | November 19, 2014

Peer review by Conn. attorney who is on Governing Committee of ABA Forum on Franchising

Stan is one of the outstanding practitioners on our field.I recommend him without hesitation as counsel in the area of his specializations. He is very well informed, articulate , astute , responsive and a delight to work with.He writes beautufully. And, he one advantage shared by no one else in ...our group of several thousand of the leading franchise law practiotioners : he is an expert bridge player.

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2014

Franchising

We used Stanley Dub for a franchise issue. He was very quick with his responses and took care of all our issues within a short time frame. Thanks to Stanley we settled our grievance quickly and with a favorable outcome.

Posted by Stacy | November 18, 2014

Wonderful, thoughtful help when needed most

Atty. Dub found a unique perspective to a tricky franchise problem I was dealing with. He found the answer no one else could see, and helped me resolve my issue timely, with a very positive end result. I can't thank him enough for his help. His expertise was invaluable! Highly recommend!

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Stanley M. Dub's Lawyer Endorsements

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Janet Martin

Franchising lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Dub has displayed his extensive knowledge of franchise law and regulations with his AVVO answers. He would be an excellent resource in this regard."

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Howard Bundy

Franchising lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Other

"I know Stan through the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising. We are both members and have participated in forum programs and events together. He is experienced in franchise law and is one of the people I turn to if I need assistance in Ohio."

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Richard Colella

Franchising lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Richards

Franchising lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Dub on various franchising matters, as well as requested that Mr. Dub serve as an expert witness in an arbitration matter on behalf of my client. Mr. Dub is a top franchising attorney in Ohio. I would recommend him for all matters related to franchising."

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Timothy Brick

Franchising lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Stan is very skilled in the area of franchise law from both the franchisor and franchisee perspective. I have retained him as an expert on franchise related issues. He also has expertise with repsect to estate planning and drafting contracts."

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Peter Silverman

Franchising lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've opposed him a number of times in cases, and once he served as an expert witness for the party I opposed. He's razor sharp, fights ferociously for his clients, and knows franchise law inside and out."

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Michael Ellis

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Henry Chajet

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Eric Karp

Franchising lawyer

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Howard Bundy

Franchising lawyer

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Allan Hillman

Franchising lawyer

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Peter Lagarias

Franchising lawyer

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Timothy Brick

Litigation lawyer

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Peter Silverman

Franchising lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Super Lawyer in Ohio (Franchising), Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer in Ohio (Franchising), Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer in Ohio (Franchising), Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2011

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2010

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2009

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2008

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2007

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2006

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2005

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2004

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2003

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2003

Super Lawyer in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine

2002

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

2001

Leading Lawyer in Northeast Ohio (Franchising), Inside Business Magazine

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Adjunct Professor (Franchise Law) Part Time, Case Western Reserve School Of Law

2006 - Present

Principal, Stanley M. Dub Co.

1996 - 2006

Partner, Gallagher Sharp

1989 - 1996

Partner, Dworken & Bernstein Co., LPA

1985 - 1989

Associate, Buckingham Doolittle & Burroughs

1984 - 1985

VP General Counsel, Felton International

1980 - 1984

Group Counsel, Asst. Secretary, SCM Corporation

1975 - 1980

Senior Attorney, Diamond Shamrock Corporation

Associations

1989 - Present

American Bar Association, Franchising Forum

Member

1975 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1975 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Education

1975

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

2018

Franchise Law Journal (ABA) What's In a Name: State Business Opportunity Statutes as Franchise Disclosure Laws

2016

Attorney at Law Magazine Franchise Law: Myth & Reality

Languages

English

Activity

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