Rob Lauer is a partner in the Haynes and Boone Franchise and Distribution Group. Rob's practice focuses on domestic and international franchise transactions.

Rob serves as the Administrative Partner for the firm's Austin office.

Rob has represented clients in the following:

the structuring and negotiation of multiple franchise transactions, including international franchise and master franchise agreements in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Central and South America;
the preparation, interpretation and enforcement of franchise, license and distribution agreements and related documentation both domestically and abroad;
advising clients regarding matters of compliance with domestic and international franchise registration and disclosure laws;
performing of due diligence reviews with respect to mergers and acquisitions involving franchise companies;
resolution of disputes arising between franchisors and franchisees;
the establishment and structuring of new franchise systems; and
a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by a franchisor and subsequent sale of franchise assets through a bankruptcy court approved auction and sale.