Garner, Ginsburg & Johnsen, P.A., brings Wall Street smarts and Main Street common sense to you, the franchisee. The Smarts. The founder of our firm wrote the leading legal text on franchise law that more than a dozen courts have turned to for authority. The Common Sense. the firm has recovered more cash for franchisees than any other franchise law firm in the country - more than $240 million.
The franchise lawyers at Garner, Ginsburg & Johnsen, P.A. are top graduates from the best law schools, but they speak in plain English. Don't you deserve some smarts and common sense? Don't you deserve the best?
The franchise lawyers at Garner, Ginsburg & Johnsen, P.A. are top graduates from the best law schools, but they speak in plain English. Don't you deserve some smarts and common sense? Don't you deserve the best?
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Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in New York and New Jersey, Garner, Ginsburg & Johnsen, P.A. is recognized as the nationwide authority on franchise law. Our unparalleled experience and dedication has resulted in over $240 million in monetary rewards for our clients. What makes this franchising law firm so successful?
Using GPS for the office address (43 Main Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414) brings you the cobblestone street in front of the building where metered parking may be available. From the street, enter the Riverplace building at the corner of Main & Merriam Streets under the green awning marked with the number 43.
We accept credit card payments as a courtesy to our clients. We use LawPay, a credit card processing service provider specific for law firms. LawPay, endorsed by the American Bar Association and the Minnesota State Bar Association, utilizes the latest security protocols to ensure that your credit card transactions are safe and secured.
The franchise law firm is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in New York and Newark, New Jersey. Our franchise lawyers are recognized nationwide as leading attorneys in franchise law. The complaint Michael Garner wrote for the court about how our franchisor defrauded us was as vivid as a suspense novel.
Elliot Ginsburg practices in the area of franchise and distribution law. On behalf of his clients, Elliot has dealt with a variety of legal issues including fraud, breach of contract, statutory violations, and violations of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing. He has resolved numerous disputes between franchisees and franchisors and distributors and suppliers.
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Eileen Ford
Dec 27, 2021
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This firm came recommended to assist me in the selling of my franchise. What a wonderful recommendation it was! I was so fortunate to work with Elliot who was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive and organized! Clearly he has no sense of time as he made himself available to me at any time of day, even on weekends AND on his vacation. Who does this?
Supportive and communicative, Elliot made this transfer seamless! Thank you Elliot!!
Supportive and communicative, Elliot made this transfer seamless! Thank you Elliot!!
Sarah Pacchetti
Oct 29, 2021
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I can't say enough good things about Erin Johnsen! My business partner and I reached out to the firm after we had purchased a 3 pack of a new franchise whose product we loved. My husband and I have owned a senior care franchise for over 17 years and never felt the need to consult a franchise attorney. I will never make that mistake again! When major red flags surfaced just before we signed a lease for this new business, we knew we needed an expert in franchise law.
Erin was such a blessing! She was extremely quick in finding things that were done during the process that are considered illegal
Erin was such a blessing! She was extremely quick in finding things that were done during the process that are considered illegal
Jeramy Geditz
Jul 31, 2021
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Emily Hollon
Jun 04, 2021
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I recently used Eliot and his team, and they were fantastic. He and Kirsten were both great at walking me through everything I needed to know, and did a great job of negotiating a settlement for me. (And I was referred by another client of his, who also had a really good experience with him.)
Highly, highly recommend.
Highly, highly recommend.
Nikki Hedren
Apr 12, 2021
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I retained Elliot for a franchisee matter and it's one of the best decisions I've made as a business owner. He is kind, thorough, responsive, and most importantly, he took careful time and attention to ensure that I understood the full scope of my agreement with the franchisor - benefits as well as risks. I will absolutely continue to work with Elliot for years to come and recommend him without hesitation.
Eric Kim
Nov 19, 2020
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I had the experience of working with Elliot twice over the past ten years in difficult and contentious situations against a formidable entity. Beyond his great knowledge of franchise law, his thoroughness and attention to detail, and his professionalism, what really stood out and impressed me most was Elliot's legal advocacy that is second to none. I always felt I was in good hands and I can't give a higher recommendation!
Alek Taft
Nov 17, 2020
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Will always be a pleasure working with Elliot! Easy to reach and talk to. Kept me in the loop through out are business. Went above and beyond to help me best understanding the process on his end and doing the work to understand my business. I received better service then I could have asked for. Looking forward to working with Elliot again in the future!
Alyson Domoto
Oct 12, 2020
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I cannot say enough good things about Elliot Ginsberg of Garner, Ginsburg & Johnsen, P.A. I retained Mr. Ginsberg in connection with a franchisee matter. Elliot is professional, thoughtful, intelligent, clever, fair and reasonable. His legal work is thorough and well researched and he takes extra precautions to verify factual information. He has the admirable ability of being calm and professional yet firm, even when met with less than professional behavior from opposing counsel. I spoke to many attorneys before deciding to go with Elliot and I know that I made the right decision. I would not hesitate
Marisa Zeibert
Sep 25, 2020
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Brandon Gruskiewicz
Oct 20, 2019
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Elliot Ginsburg (Garner & Ginsburg, P.A.) was a beacon of hope to my business/family at a time when our options appeared limited, and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed to border on the unlikely. He fought diligently and successfully for my rights as a small business-/Franchise-owner and was unwavering in his pursuit of a fair outcome.
Not only was Elliot able to defend my business from unjust accusations, but his calm and empathetic demeanor also offered emotional succor to myself and my situation. My family and I are eternally grateful for his service, and I hereby recommend
Not only was Elliot able to defend my business from unjust accusations, but his calm and empathetic demeanor also offered emotional succor to myself and my situation. My family and I are eternally grateful for his service, and I hereby recommend
