Doug Luther
Trusted Counsel to Franchisees Worldwide
Doug Luther, founding partner of Luther Lanard, PC, is a top-rated California franchise attorney dedicated exclusively to representing franchisees nationwide. With decades of experience, Doug has helped franchise owners review franchise agreements, negotiate contracts, and resolve disputes with franchisors to protect their investments and business interests.
Doug’s practice covers every aspect of franchise law, including franchise agreement reviews, lease negotiations, business formation, buying and selling franchises, and general counsel services. As an experienced franchise dispute attorney, Doug represents clients in breach of contract claims, fraud and unfair trade practices, termination and non-renewal disputes, supplier restrictions, real estate issues, and franchise encroachment cases.
Doug has represented franchisees across nearly every major brand in the U.S. and is known for crafting strategic, results-driven solutions — whether through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation — so his clients can focus on growing their businesses.
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
- California
- State Bar of California
- ID Number: 280550
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- English: Spoken, Written
- CEO
- Luther Lanard, PC
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- General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
- Amada Senior Care
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- Associate
- Glaser Weil Fink Jacobs Howard Avchen & Shapiro, LLP
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- Associate
- Mulcahy LLP
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- Business Trials Associate
- Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
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- UCLA School of Law
- J.D. (2011) | Business Law and Policy Specialization
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- Honors: Dean's Scholar
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- Super Lawyer in Franchise and Dealership Law
- Super Lawyers
- Best Law Firms
- Best Lawyers
- Franchising
- Chambers and Partners
- Super Lawyer in Franchise and Dealership Law
- Super Lawyers
- Legal Eagle
- Franchise Times
- The State Bar of California Franchise Law Committee
- - Current
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- The American Bar Association's Forum on Franchising
- - Current
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- California Lawyers Association, Franchise Law Committee
- Chair, Vice-Chair and Case Reporter
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- Orange County Bar Association
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- Association of Corporate Counsel
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- Association of Business Trial Lawyers
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- Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Accounting and Requirements, CEB Webinar
- CEB
- Wait, What Will This Cost Me? Best Practices for Cost and Related Financial Disclosures, American Bar Association’s Forum on Franchising
- American Bar Association
- Worker (Mis)classification: Industry Trends and Impact, Franchising and Other Models, California Lawyers Association Annual Meeting
- California Lawyers Association
- AB 5: The Codification of the ABC Test – A Franchising Perspective
- California Lawyers Association
- Independent Contractor or Employee? – Current State of the Ever-Changing Law and Its Impact on Franchising, American Bar Association's Forum on Franchising
- American Bar Association
- Specialist in Franchise & Distribution Law
- State Bar of California
Simple Guide To Franchise Law
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Should You Start a Franchisee Association?
Doug Luther Franchise Lawyer from Luther Lanard explains why! Considering buying a franchise? Contact the experienced team at Luther Lanard and schedule a consultation today! https://franchiseelawyer.com/ Should You Start a...
How Does Franchise Litigation Work? Doug Luther Franchise Lawyer
How Does Franchise Litigation Work? First Phase are the Allegations Second Phase is Discovery Third Phase is Depositions Fourth Phase is Motion for Summary Judgement Fifth Phase If there are...
3 Things You NEED to Know Before Buying a Franchise
Know what you're buying! The 3 MOST IMPORTANT factors to consider before buying a franchise. 1) Trademark - You're licensing to use the franchisor's name, and want to ensure it's...
THE Biggest Risk When Buying a Franchise - Top 3 Risks
What's the biggest risk when buying a franchise? A new proof of concept. There's a huge difference between franchises with thousands of units and ones with 4 or 5 units....
