W. Michael Garner

W. Michael Garner

also known as William Michael Garner, Michael Garner

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 49 years

Franchising Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Franchising, Litigation

222 S 9th St Ste 2930, Minneapolis, MN

About W.

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Franchising 90%

Franchise Litigation

50 years

90%
Litigation 10%

Franchise Litigation

50 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 28 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1997

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 31 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 49 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1976

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Garner & Ginsburg, P.A.

222 S 9th St Ste 2930, Minneapolis, MN, 55402-3348

Garner & Ginsburg, P.A.

5030 Broadway, Suite 631, New York, NY, 10034

Garner & Ginsburg, P.A.

One Gatway Center, Suite 2600, Newark, NJ, 07102

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W. Michael Garner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Franchising

Highly Recommend

When an attorney is needed, it's almost always when there is a great deal of doubt, uncertainty, and anxiety. We were fortunate in that we were introduced to Mr. Garner. After trying to resolve the issue with corporate headquarters on our own with no progress, we hired Mr. Garner. We immediately... appreciated Mr. Garners forthright and honest assessment. He answered all questions and concerns in a manner that was professional, courteous, and friendly. His communication style allowed us to feel that he not only understood our legal and financial position, but our emotional position as well. Very empathetic to our situation. We honestly don't have enough good things to say about Mr. Garner. He returned our phone calls and emails in a timely fashion. We never had to contact him for an update or had to ask a question twice. We feel he was very efficient with his time and fair with his billing. After working to resolve the issue with corporate, we truly felt we were fighting an uphill battle. At best, we were hoping to see 50% of our investment back, but realistically thinking 30% was the likely outcome. I don't have the words to explain how it felt when Mr. Garner called to let us know we were going to be receiving 100% of our investment. This was better than we had ever hoped and faster than we could have imagined. Hopefully you will never need the services of a franchise attorney, but should you find yourself in a situation for which there appears to be no solution, don't waste any time or create more frustration and uncertainty. Contact Mr. Garner immediately. It's a decision you won't regret.

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Lewis R. Rudnick LIfetime Achievement Award, ABA

2012

Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers

2007

Top 15 Franchise Lawyers in the United States, Chambers USA

2006

Top 100 Legal Eagles, Franchise Times

2004

Chairman's Award, American Association of Franchisees and Dealers

2003

Legal Eagels, Franchise Times

2000

Attorney of the Year, Minnesota Lawyer

2000

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Garner & Ginsburg, P.A.

1997 - 2010

Partner, Dady & Garner, P.A.

1985 - 1997

Partner, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis

1980 - 1984

Associate, Rivkin Sherman and Levy

1976 - 1980

Associate, Hughes Hubbard & Reed

Associations

1997 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

American Bar Association, Sections of Antitrust and Litigation Member

Member

1976 - Present

American Bar Association, Forum on Franchising

Member

1976 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Foundation

Life Member

1993 - 1999

American Bar Association, Forum on Franchising

Governing Committee Member

Education

1975

New York University School of Law

J.D.

1971

Columbia University

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Practicing Law Institute

Franchising

N/A

National Franchise Law Institute

Franchising

N/A

International Franchise Association

Franchising

N/A

Forum on Franchising (1986 - present)

Franchising

N/A

American Association of Franchisees and Dealers

Franchising

Publications

2012

The FTC Franchise Rule - ABA Prohibitions and Liabilities - Chapter 5

2001

American Bar Association Franchise Desk Book

1992

NY Forms on Jury Instructions - Matthew Bender Franchise and Distribution Agreements - Chapter 14

1990

West Franchise & Distribution Law & Practice (3 Vols.), with annual supplements

1986

Clark Boardman Callaghnan Procedural Aspects of Municipal Finance Litigation - Chapter 14 in Gelfand, State & Local Government Debt Financing, with annual supplements

Languages

English

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