PORTLAND, Maine (February 25, 2014) – Preti Flaherty attorney Tim Bryant has been selected by the franchise community as a Franchise Times "Legal Eagle," and will be recognized by the National Trade Publication in its 11th annual listing in the April 2014 issue. Nominated by their peers, attorneys chosen for this honor are considered among the most knowledgeable and experienced franchise attorneys in the nation, according to the magazine.

Bryant is recognized by Benchmark Litigation, Best Lawyer's in America, and Chambers USA publications for his work in the areas of franchise law and commercial litigation. He has assisted numerous start up and existing franchise businesses with their relationship agreements and disclosure/regulatory compliance. He has also successfully prosecuted, defended and assisted franchisors in resolving countless disputes related to franchise regulatory, intellectual property and business relationship issues.
 
At Preti Flaherty, Bryant focuses his practice on franchise, business and construction law and litigation. He is a member of the American Bar Association's Forum on Franchising and Litigation Practice Specialty Sections.

About Preti Flaherty
Preti Flaherty has offices in Portland and Augusta, ME; Concord, NH; Boston, MA; and Washington, D.C. With more than 100 attorneys, the firm counsels clients in the areas of business law, climate strategy, energy, environmental, estate planning, health care, intellectual property, labor and employment, legislative and regulatory, litigation, technology and telecommunications. More information about the firm is available at www.preti.com.