Consumer buying patterns have changed dramatically in recent years, and traditional retail business models are evolving in response to current economic pressures and consumer demands. Today, key players in the retail industry need a full-service law firm with the size and skills necessary to respond rapidly to the challenges and opportunities of the dramatically changing retail marketplace. They need a law firm knowledgeable of and experienced in their industry. In short, they need a law firm like Munsch Hardt. We help retail clients conduct business transactions, resolve disputes and navigate government regulations so they can grow and prosper. Whether you are seeking capital, restructuring your business, dealing with workforce issues, trimming tax burdens or settling disputes, Munsch Hardt’s integrated team of attorneys is ready to help address today’s concerns and prepare for future endeavors.
Our retail clientele encompasses traditional and online retailers, chain stores, big box stores, anchor tenants, developers, and investors, as well as manufactures, distributors, wholesalers, and fulfillment centers who specialize in a variety of products, including:
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- Location-based entertainment operators
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- Online services and products
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- Fashion, apparel and luxury brands
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- Urgent care and emergency room operators
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Below is an outline of the services we most frequently provide to our retail clients:
Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Insolvency
Recognized by Chambers USA since 2005, our Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Insolvency group has extensive experience representing all major constituencies in bankruptcy, restructuring and insolvency matters. We are adept at every facet of the bankruptcy and restructuring process, which allows our clients to better evaluate possible outcomes, develop strategies, assess risks and ultimately plan for the future.
Corporate & Securities
Consumer retailers rely on Munsch Hardt’s business-minded attorneys to help grow and sustain their operations. Our attorneys assist clients with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and partnering arrangements, private securities offerings, reorganizations, venture capital and other financing transactions. Our Corporate and Securities lawyers also work closely with the firm’s Tax group to employ structures designed to maximize tax benefits available to our clients.
Data Privacy & Security
In today’s society, it is crucial for retailers to manage data privacy and security matters in order to comply with growing regulations and best practices. Our team can provide you with technical and legal counsel on an array of issues, from mobile apps and mobile device management to monetizing on-premises traffic, to marketing and utilizing social media platforms, to identifying gaps in your privacy policy. We can also help prevent or deal with data and security breaches, as well as respond to federal and state regulator inquiries and investigations.
Environmental
Retail operations can often give rise to environmental concerns. We can help you develop and implement compliance programs to avoid adverse impacts and assist in mitigating, remediating and litigating issues that may arise in order to protect both the environment and your business interests.
Finance
Developing, manufacturing, distributing and selling consumer products requires significant financial capital. Our team offers extensive experience with all forms of financing and can help you secure the necessary funding for your operations from virtually any source, including commercial lending, structured finance, private equity and venture capital. A unique aspect of our practice includes specialists who advise on issues related to consumer credit, payment services and e-money regulations.
Insurance
Potential liability issues are an ever present concern for companies engaged in consumer products. We can help you anticipate risks and protect your interests through effective insurance planning. Our team is also accomplished at negotiating with insurance providers in order to obtain substantial recoveries on behalf of our clients.
Intellectual Property
With the rapid pace of product advancements in today’s world, your intellectual property is likely one of your company’s greatest assets. Our team can help you protect and optimize the value of your products through licensing and the registration and enforcement of copyrights, patents, trademarks and trade dress. We also represent retailers and manufacturers in patent, trademark, copyright and unfair competition litigation, as well as companies that manufacture, market and distribute products for sale by traditional retailers.
Labor & Employment
Our Labor & Employment group spans all three of the firm’s offices. We are able to shepherd clients through common employment issues such as policies, training and benefits, as well as issues of significant importance to your industry such as the drafting and enforcing non-compete provisions and protecting trade secrets. In addition, we represent your interests in labor relations and defend you against claims arising out of strained employment relationships as well as aggressive class action litigation.
Litigation
Business disputes and liability claims are common within the competitive world of retail and consumer products and our clients include, landlords, tenants/retailers, owners, operators, manufacturers and distributors. Our team can help you resolve your disputes through various methods, including negotiation, settlement, alternative dispute resolution and, when necessary, trial. In addition to general commercial litigation, our lawyers are skilled in antitrust and competition litigation, securities and shareholder litigation, insurance litigation and real estate litigation.
Real Estate
Companies engaged in the manufacturing, distribution and sale of consumer products require significant real property holdings to conduct their business. This often ranges from standalone stores to shopping centers to chain stores with locations throughout the United States. With one of the largest real estate practices in the southwest, our team is accustomed to helping in the acquisition, disposition, development, financing, and leasing (landlord and tenant) of the real estate necessary for your operations.