Douglas Smith

Douglas D. Smith, a principal attorney at Franchise Smith, LLC, has dedicated his career to franchise law since 1981. Born in Idaho Falls, Idaho, he pursued his education at Brigham Young University, earning a Bachelor's degree in political science in 1976 and a Juris Doctorate from the J. Reuben Clark Law School in 1978. He is licensed to practice in both Oregon and Utah.

Douglas specializes in the structure and drafting of franchise agreements and disclosure materials, as well as the selection and registration of trademarks. He ensures compliance with state and federal franchise and business opportunity laws, preparing essential disclosure and registration materials. His practice also extends to franchise-related litigation, where he serves as an expert witness in franchise law disputes and attorney malpractice actions.

With a working knowledge of French and Romanian, Douglas offers a broad perspective in franchise purchase negotiations, representing both franchisors and franchisees. His expertise encompasses related areas such as antitrust, securities, real estate, employment, and general corporate and business matters.

At Franchise Smith, LLC, our attorneys represent a diverse client base, including experienced large regional and nationwide franchisors, start-up franchisors, and individual franchisees. We also provide guidance on alternatives to franchising and offer a range of business legal services. These services include business entity formations, trademark registrations, business sales and purchases, and the drafting of confidentiality and nondisclosure agreements, as well as various licenses and contracts.

Our firm is committed to delivering personal service, ensuring that clients communicate directly with knowledgeable and experienced attorneys. We offer flat fees and flexible payment options, prioritizing direct attorney-client interaction, unless otherwise agreed.