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Kara K Martin
About Kara
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Franchising
60%
17 years
Contracts and Agreements
25%
17 years
Business
5%
17 years
Trademark Application
5%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 170-310 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Kansas for 9 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Utah for 16 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
The Franchise & Business Law Group
57 W 200 S Ste 350, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101-3663
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Posted by Ivan | October 23, 2013
An attorney you can count on
Have been working with Kara for several years and it has been a very good relationship. She is very detail oriented and gets things done in a timely and efficient manner.
Posted by David | October 21, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements
Kara Martin
Kara did an excellent job handling contract negotiations for the opening of my restaurant. She always responded in a timely matter, did not overcharge me, and seemed to have a genuine interest in making sure I was satisfied with her work.
Posted by Mark | October 16, 2013
Farr's Fresh Recommendation
Kara has been very professional and knowledgeable in all that we have had her do for us. I would strongly recommend her.
Kara K Martin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. From my interactions with Kara I have found her to be thoughtful. knowledgeable and easy to communicate with."
"I have worked with Ms. Martin on several matters. She is an excellent attorney, who quickly understands the issues of a case. She provides careful analysis and finds solutions for her clients."
"Kara is an excellent attorney. Whether it be drafting your franchise documents, filing your trademark, or protecting your business interests, Kara is the attorney you want in your corner. She is extremely skilled and efficient. I highly recommend Kara Martin."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Best of State -Utah Law Firm, Best of State
2017
Attorney of the Year, CV Magazine
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Partner, The Franchise Business Law Group
2009 - 2015
Attorney, Thompson Ostler & Olsen, dba Franchise Business Law Group
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Renne Sloan Holtzman Sakai, LLP
2005 - 2006
Director of Advocacy, American Heart Association
2001 - 2004
Council Aide, Salt Lake County Council
Associations
2017 - Present
Johnson County Bar Association
2009 - Present
American Bar Association
2009 - Present
Utah State Bar, Franchise Law SectionChair (2013-2015), Vice Chair (2012-2013)
Education
2009
Golden Gate University School of Law
Juris Doctor
2005
Regent University
MA - Masters
1999
University of Utah
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
IBA IFA Joint Conference
Disruptive New Technologies and Franchising
2013
Continuing Legal Education Luncheon
Fundamentals of Franchise Law
2013
2013 Spring Conference
How to Avoid Creating an Inadvertent Franchise or Business Opportunity
2012
Continuing Legal Education Luncheon
New FTC Rules: How They Can Create an Inadvertent Franchise
2011
Continuing Legal Education Luncheon
Creating and Implementing E-Disclosure in Franchise Systems
Publications
2017
Franchise Lawyer (ABA)
Bonding: What It Is and How to Do It
2013
Franchise Lawyer, Vol. 16 No. 2
Alternatives to the Traditional Franchise Model: Yellow Brick Road or Perilous Path?
2010
Utah Business Magazine
Franchising Fundamentals
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I signed a franchise agreement in Florida and was never given an FDD before signing, is the contract still valid?
11 Jun 2019
Q&A
Slogan for my transportation company?
28 Sep 2018
Q&A
How do you create an FDD for a restaurant franchise concept?
24 Sep 2018