MINNEAPOLIS (March 3, 2009) – The law firm of Gray Plant Mooty is pleased to announce that its Franchise practice has been recognized in Chambers Global 2009, which ranked the franchise practices in just 11 law firms across the globe. In addition, Gaylen Knack, a principal in GPM’s Franchise & Distribution practice group, was named to this year’s list of just 18 ranked attorneys worldwide. These global rankings are based on legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness, diligence and commitment to the client.

“Franchising is a major component of this Minneapolis firm’s practice, and over the past year its ‘brilliant team’ has assisted a variety of major U.S. clients with their expansions into markets such as Ukraine, Morocco, Mexico and South Korea,” reads the Chambers 2009 review of GPM. “The lawyers are experienced in the full range of franchising services, including negotiation, regulatory compliance and restructuring, and the team’s client roster features corporations such as Ashley Home Stores and Curves International. The firm also excels in the food services industry and benefits from having forged relationships with top franchising contacts in numerous offices throughout the world. ‘All-round superb lawyer’ Gaylen Knack attracts keen recommendations from interviewees for his ‘world-class work and service.’ Knack primarily advises franchisers on both domestic and international franchise and distribution programmes, and assists clients with associated business and regulatory issues.”

Chambers Guides list the top lawyers in 175 countries, providing independent rankings and editorial commentary. For this year’s international edition, thousands of interviews were conducted by a team of over 50 full-time researchers. For details, visit http://www.chambersandpartners.com/search.aspx?pcd=2.