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Douglas Robert Luther

Franchising Attorney at Newport Beach, CA

5.0   2 reviews

also known as Doug Luther

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  • Licensed for 11 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2011
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

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About Douglas

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FRANCHISEES LOOK TO LUTHER LANARD, PC, TO SOLVE THEIR LEGAL ISSUES. WE HAVE DEEP EXPERIENCE IN EVERY ASPECT OF FRANCHISING AND THE LEGAL PROBLEMS FRANCHISEES FACE. WE CAN ASSIST YOU WHETHER YOU ARE STARTING OR BUYING A FRANCHISE, ARE EXPANDING, OR IN A DISPUTE. CALL NOW AT (949) 649-0664.

I spent the first part of my career working at both big law and litigation boutique firms. During that time, I, along with my teams, represented everyone from billionaires to celebrities to Fortune 500 companies. On behalf of plaintiffs, I have obtained verdicts, pre-trial judgments, and settlements amounting to more than $20 million. I also represented many franchisors and franchisees as I learned the ins and outs of franchise law and became Chair of the California Lawyers Association’s Franchise Law Committee. I would go on to become the general counsel of a growing franchise brand, Amada Senior Care.

My in-house experience and experience in big law and litigation boutique firms has given me a comprehensive background in franchise law and the legal issues franchisees face. I use this expertise to resolve disputes and make deals on behalf of franchisees.

At Luther Lanard, our recipe is simple:

  • First, be the foremost experts in franchise law and legal issues that franchisees face.
  • Second, use our expertise to efficiently obtain results for our clients.
  • Third, creativity is a hallmark of the firm. This means thinking of win-win solutions to make deals happen and pushing the envelope on legal theories and arguments to give our clients an edge in litigation.

Combined, we believe we offer franchise legal services that rival any firm in the country and provide considerable value.

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Luther Lanard, PC
4685 MacArthur Court
Suite 440
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Luther Lanard, PC
600 W. Germantown Pike
Suite 400
Plymouth Meeting, PA, 19462
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Posted by Justin | June 22, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Exceptional Business and Franchisee Lawyer
As a long time, small business owner, I’ve seen how difficult it is to find quality legal counsel that is genuinely interested in their clients and is motivated to seek the best outcome possible in all situations. Doug’s attention to his clients and dedication to his craft shows how he treats all his clients like they’re his family member. If you’re looking for a lawyer to provide assistance with all sorts of business matters, he’s the one to work with! He’ll provide the dedication and attention to detail to help you navigate through any complex legal matter you may face in your normal business operations.
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Posted by Lars | February 22, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Amazing Small Business Attorney
Both my wife and I own small businesses that over the years have expanded rapidly.  I have always looked to Doug for advice on the legal issues that have arisen.  We have worked with him both to revise the agreements we use with our business as well as to resolve disputes that have come up.  He has wealth of knowledge on the issues that growing businesses face and his counsel has been invaluable.
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 15 minutes
  • Hourly Rates $ 360-600 per hour
  • Contingency 35%-45%
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
  • Amada Senior Care
  • 2019 - 2023
  • Associate
  • Glaser Weil Fink Jacobs Howard Avchen & Shapiro, LLP
  • 2018 - 2019
  • Associate
  • Mulcahy LLP
  • 2015 - 2018
  • Business Trials Associate
  • Sheppard Mullin Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton, LLP
  • 2011 - 2015
  • Summer Associate
  • Sheppard Mullin Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton, LLP
  • 2010 - 2010
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Education

  • University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
  • JD
  • 2011
  • Loyola Marymount University
  • BA
  • 2006

Legal Cases

  • T3 Enterprises, Inc. v. Safeguard Business Systems, Inc.
  • Award of $4.3 Million for Client
  • Quality Production Services, Inc. v. Foundation Building Materials, LLC
  • Trial verdict in favor of client
  • J.C Bromac Corp. dba EagleRider v. Vroom Vroom LLC dba Woodstock Harley-Davidson
  • Dismissal following confidential settlement
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Associations

  • State Bar of California Franchise Law Committee
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • American Bar Association, Forum on Franchising
  • 2015 - Present
  • Orange County Bar Association
  • 2011 - Present
  • Association of Business Trial Lawyers (Orange County chapter)
  • 2011 - Present
  • University of California Los Angeles Alumni Association
  • 2011 - Present
  • Loyola Marymount Alumni Association
  • 2006 - Present
  • California Lawyers Association, Franchise Law Committee
  • Chair
  • 2019 - 2020
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Legal Eagle
  • Franchise Times
  • 2019
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2018
  • Legal Eagle
  • Franchise Times
  • 2018
  • Dean's Scholar
  • UCLA
  • 2008
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Speaking Engagements

  • California Lawyers Association
  • AB5: The Codification of the ABC Test - A Franchising Perspective
  • 2019

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Franchising Attorney | Jun 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Doug on numerous cases. He has a great command of the franchise and distribution laws and exceptional litigation and advocacy skills. I highly recommend and endorse Doug as an attorney."
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