Milwaukee Antitrust and Trade Regulation Lawyer

Antitrust

Antitrust law can be complicated and difficult to navigate.

Effectively prosecuting or defending claims involving antitrust violations, unfair competition, breaches of dealership or franchise laws, or improper trade practices requires both experience and a nuanced understanding of legal precedent. That’s where we come in. KMK is widely recognized as one of the nation’s leading firms in antitrust and trade regulation, with extensive experience in both state and federal courts—including multiple appearances before the U.S. Supreme Court. This depth of experience gives us a distinct advantage in a field where success often hinges on persuading the court of the legitimacy of established practices and the overall fairness of the conduct in question. Our Business Litigators have represented individuals, as well as classes of plaintiffs and defendants, in litigation, arbitration, and mediation.

Fair Dealership Laws 

Many states, including Wisconsin, enforce statutory restrictions on the types of changes a business can make to its relationships with certain categories of distributors. Companies intending to terminate a distributor relationship, redefine territories, or significantly alter the terms of a distributor agreement must carefully consider these legal requirements, as violations can result in harsh and unforgiving penalties.

KMK has extensive experience both in prosecuting violations of the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law and similar statutes in other states, and in defending clients against such claims. Our Business Litigators are prepared to assist—whether advising businesses contemplating substantial changes to distributor relationships, defending against distributor law claims, or representing distributors who have experienced termination or other major modifications to their agreements.

Franchise Laws

Beyond the terms outlined in the franchisor-franchisee agreement, many states impose statutory requirements governing how changes to a franchise relationship may be made. It is essential to consider these laws before implementing any significant modifications. KMK’s Business Litigators are prepared to advise both franchisors and franchisees on which franchise laws apply to a given relationship and what those laws require.