Brian Howard Cole

I am a Certified Specialist in Franchise and Distribution Law (according to the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization).

My experience spans a wide variety of transactional and regulatory matters, including drafting and registering franchise agreements and related documents, buying and selling both individual franchised locations and franchise chains, leasing sites for businesses, and other contractual matters.  I also have experience advising clients with a variety of operational issues, especially with respect to restaurant businesses, including employment matters, health code, and liquor licenses. 

The University of Texas

J.D.

1981

with honors

Rice University

B.A.

1978

Franchise Attorney

Law Offices of Brian H. Cole

2009 - Current

Counsel

Bryan Cave LLP

2006 - 2009

Of Counsel

Jenkins & Gilchrist LLP

2000 - 2006

Corporate Counsel

Pizza Hut, Inc. (YUM! Brands)

1997 - 2000

Corporate Counsel

Pizza Hut, Inc. (PepsiCo, Inc.)

1986 - 1997

Franchise and Distribution Law

State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

Current

Activities: California State Bar – Franchise Law Committee (2003-2007; Vice Chair 2005-2006; Chair 2006-2007)

Current

Activities: American Bar Association – Member, Forum on Franchising

Current

Activities: National Franchise Council – Founding Board Member; Former Officer

California State Bar - Franchise Law Committee

Chair

2006 - 2007

California State Bar - Franchise Law Committee

Member

2003 - 2007

California

Since 2001

Colorado

Since 1981

• Franchise and Distribution Law