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DLA Piper

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The franchising team at DLA Piper regularly advises multinational clients with the assistance of the firm’s global network of offices, especially those across Europe and the US. Leeds-based Matthew Duncombe heads up the group, where he sits as global co-chair of the firm’s hospitality and leisure practice, sectors which are a strong focus for the firm’s franchising team, in addition to retail and food and beverage. In Manchester, senior associate David Booth has vast expertise in handling franchise and distribution agreements, and in Leeds, senior associate Sophie Conroy frequently assists clients with supply chain issues.

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  • 'It is easy to contact them and discuss any issues, and they have a great personal touch.'
  • 'The team's knowledge of franchising is particularly good and they are quick to pick up what is required.'

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Key clients

  • Hyatt International Corporation
  • CBRE Investment Management

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Work highlights

  • Acted for Hyatt on its franchise arrangements with Lindner Hotels, which involved over 30 hotels across 7 European countries joining Hyatt’s hotels portfolio.
  • Acting for an international hotel on its global affiliation arrangements in over 100 hotels across the world.

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