$ 300-350 per hour
James A Marshall
About James
Biography
Experienced business attorney for over 30 years. Specializes in establishing businesses,franchising, and real estate. Business background includes working as counsel with large franchising companies: Burger King, Denny's, Hardee's Food Systems, and LaQuinta Inns.
Choosing the right corporate form for your business can be critical to your success; and franchising is one of the fastest ways to grow your estabiished business quickly.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Business
50%
43 years | 70 cases
Franchising
50%
43 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 12 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 50 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of James A Marshall
5924 Richwater Drive, Dallas,, TX, 75252
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Posted by Joseph | September 03, 2015 | Franchising
Franchise development
I was the Director of Development at Hardee's Food System and worked with Jim on international franchising for the company. Jim was very knowledgeable and of great help in assisting me with the issues involved in international development. I highly recommend Jim to anyone needing a franchise attorney...
Posted by George | August 10, 2015 | Corporate & Incorporation
Vice President Corporate Services
Jim was General Counsel for our corporation, I found him to be very proactive in the conduct of our business. He grasped issues and recommended prudent courses of action often involving complex issues.
Posted by Mike | August 09, 2015 | Franchising
President - Food and Entertainment, Saudi Arabia
I have known and worked with Jim for over 20 year in business and franchising work. Jim's knowledge and judgement of franchise law and business acumen enable him to provide excellent strategic guidance efficiently and at a value. Jim is responsive, dependable, knowledgeable and thorough. My work wit...
Posted by Lynette | July 06, 2015 | Franchising
Jim Marshall
I have known Jim for over 25 years and worked with Jim some years ago. He is extremely knowledgeable regarding franchise law and a pleasure to interact with.
James A Marshall's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim is an experienced franchise attorney representing franchisors and franchisees. He is also an accomplished general business attorney who is also very knowledgeable about corporate law and can form business entities that best suit a client's needs. I strongly recommend him to anyone who needs a thorough and dependable attorney."
"Few people have the opportunity to report to a General Counsel who is also a coach and a mentor--but I did when I worked for Jim Marshall. Jim hired me as Corporate Counsel very early in my legal career. Jim served in the role of General Counsel by not only providing expert legal advice, but by leading the company as a trusted business advisor. That is a lesson Jim taught me and that I still adhere to today--that the role of a truly exceptional business attorney is to look at the big picture and find a solution. Jim is a capable and talented business attorney, and I highly endorse him and recommend his legal services."
"Jim and I have worked on corporate and franchise matters for 30 years. He is responsive, thorough, and follows through. Jim's experience with mega-franchisors like Burger King and Hardee's gives him the tools to counsel both start-ups and larger companies."
"Jim is an experienced business and franchise attorney who has worked for major companies in the franchise business such as Burger King and LaQuinta. He brings both legal and business acumen in addressing his clients needs. He brings a win/win mentality to every discussion. Very good guy."
"Jim served as general counsel of both a major division of a public company, and the much larger entity after it was sold. He negotiated and implemented the sale, transitioned to UK leaders, and built a substantial new law group."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim for several years. Jim is hard working, knowledgeable, and ethical."
David Ragsdale
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, FisherBroyles, LLP
2005 - 2012
Partner, Marshall Law Firm
2000 - 2004
Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, La Quinta Inns, Inc.
1994 - 1997
Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, Compass Group
1992 - 1994
Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Denny's and Canteen Corporation
1990 - 1992
Director, Asset Managment-Restaurant Acquisitions and Sales, Hardee's Food Systems, Inc.
1982 - 1990
Assistant General Counsel, Hardee's Food Systems, Inc.
1980 - 1982
Senior Attorney, Burger King Corporation
Associations
2013 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Forum on FranchisingMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionMember
1975 - Present
Indiana State Bar Associationmember
Education
1975
Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
Indiana University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
SABIT
The Interational Franchise
2013
Meeting of the Minds
Conflict Management in the Workplace
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will a tax lien kill a purchase lien (deed of trust) if foreclosed by the holder?
14 Sep 2013
Q&A
Does a franchisor have to provide financial statements to the franchisee? What do they legally HAVE to provide the franchisee?
21 Aug 2013