The home goods and big box markets are undergoing seismic shifts as showroom floors and digital storefronts continue to converge. We believe in providing legal solutions that enable retail clients to capitalize on emerging opportunities, protect their assets, and leverage the synergies between the physical and digital retail domains.
Supporting Growth
We leverage our industry insights to structure deals that can maximize value and minimize risk. Our experience includes:
- Advising on mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other strategic arrangements
- Negotiating and closing all types of commercial contracts and licensing agreements
- Providing counsel on tax planning, real estate, and leasing
Safeguarding Brand Integrity
We offer comprehensive IP counsel and infringement defense that safeguards the integrity of client brands by:
- Providing legal counsel on trademarks, copyrights, and patents
- Guiding clients through IP and anti-counterfeiting enforcement matters
- Advising on IP policies and protocols with a focus on risk mitigation
Legal Solutions for the Omnichannel
As retailers embrace digital transformation, we advise on leveraging new technologies in compliance with evolving data privacy, security, and consumer protection regulations. We offer legal counsel regarding:
- Ecommerce, supply chain, and IT initiatives
- Data protection, privacy policies, and strategic transactions
- Fraud management and protocols for more secure electronic commerce
Regulatory Roadmap
Our team guides retailers through a wide array of regulatory matters, ranging from consumer protection and labor laws to FDA compliance and international trade. We advise on:
- Product liability, warranties, and consumer protection laws
- Labor and employment laws, including dispute resolution and litigation defense
- FDA requirements and international trade regulations