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Hospitality Industry Law
Hospitality Industry: Comprehensive Legal Counsel for Restaurants, Hotels, Travel Companies, and Breweries
The hospitality industry is a cornerstone of global commerce, innovation, and community building. At Harris Sliwoski, we understand the unique opportunities and challenges this industry presents. Whether you’re running a local restaurant, managing an international hotel chain, expanding your travel company globally, or navigating the burgeoning brewery sector, our experienced attorneys are here to provide the strategic legal guidance you need to succeed.
Contact UsWe provide comprehensive legal support to businesses across the hospitality spectrum, including restaurants, hotels, resorts, tourism companies, travel agencies, and breweries. With a team of attorneys highly skilled in both domestic and international matters, we deliver tailored solutions to help our clients thrive in an ever-changing and competitive environment.
A Proven Track Record of Success
Our extensive experience in the hospitality industry includes:
- Assisting a U.S. restaurant company in testing its concept in China.
- Representing one of the largest restaurant companies in the world on its China expansion plans.
- Helping multiple restaurants launch operations across various U.S. cities.
- Advising hotel operators on franchise agreements, brand protection, and real estate acquisitions across North America and Europe.
- Guiding travel companies in structuring supplier agreements with global partners and ensuring compliance with international travel regulations.
- Supporting breweries in obtaining licensing, protecting their brand, and expanding their distribution networks domestically and internationally.
Restaurant Law: Supporting the Food and Beverage Industry
- Business Formation and Structuring: Legal entity selection, drafting operating agreements, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Licensing and Permits: Securing food handling permits, liquor licenses, and zoning approvals.
- Intellectual Property: Protecting restaurant names, logos, and menu designs through trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
- Real Estate and Leasing: Negotiating favorable lease terms, handling property acquisitions, and advising on zoning issues.
- Employment Law: Drafting employee handbooks, managing wage and hour compliance, and handling labor disputes.
- Franchise Development: Assisting in establishing franchise systems and expanding operations domestically and internationally.
Hotel and Resort Law: Comprehensive Guidance for Accommodations
- Franchise Agreements: Negotiating with major hotel brands and advising on franchising strategies.
- Real Estate Development and Financing: Guiding property acquisitions, construction contracts, and financing arrangements.
- Operational Compliance: Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including ADA requirements and health codes.
- Liability and Risk Management: Advising on guest injury claims, data breaches, and other liability issues.
- Brand Protection: Safeguarding trademarks, trade dress, and other unique identifiers for boutique and chain hotels.
Brewery Law: Brewing Success for Craft and Large-Scale Breweries
- Licensing and Permits: Securing state and federal brewing permits, including TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) approvals.
- Distribution Agreements: Negotiating agreements with distributors and wholesalers to expand reach.
- Intellectual Property: Protecting brewery names, beer labels, and branding elements.
- Compliance with Alcohol Laws: Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for production, labeling, and marketing.
- Employment Law: Advising on hiring practices, wage compliance, and workplace safety requirements.
Travel and Tourism Law: Empowering Global Travel Businesses
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to international travel laws, passenger rights, and consumer protection regulations.
- Supplier Agreements: Drafting and negotiating agreements with airlines, hotels, and transportation providers.
- Liability Management: Advising on risk management strategies and representing clients in customer disputes.
- Technology and Innovation: Protecting proprietary booking platforms, travel apps, and other innovations in the travel space.
Why Choose Harris Sliwoski for Your Hospitality Industry Needs?
- International Reach and Expertise
We are uniquely equipped to handle cross-border operations, offering expert counsel on international franchise development, foreign regulatory compliance, and global expansion strategies. From expanding a restaurant chain into Asia to managing a hotel franchise in Europe, we provide the legal expertise to ensure seamless operations worldwide.
- Comprehensive Services Across the Industry
Our team provides integrated legal solutions that address every aspect of the hospitality business, including intellectual property protection, employment law, real estate, and dispute resolution. Whether you’re a small business or a global operator, we deliver the services you need to succeed.
- Client-Centered Approach
At Harris Sliwoski, we prioritize understanding your unique business goals and challenges. Our attorneys provide practical, business-focused legal strategies that align with your objectives, ensuring your success.
- Proven Track Record
With decades of experience in the hospitality industry, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional legal counsel and achieving successful outcomes for our clients.
