A.Y. Strauss, a leading boutique law firm focused on commercial transactions and litigation in the areas of real estate, franchise law, construction contracting, bankruptcy, and labor & employment, is pleased to announce that Stephanie J. Blumstein has joined as a partner in the firm’s Franchise Group.
“Stephanie’s skillset and breadth of litigation experience add tremendous depth to our growing Franchise practice Group,” said Aaron Y. Strauss, firm managing partner. “We’re very excited to welcome her aboard.”
Prior to joining the firm, Stephanie worked at a prominent boutique franchise law firm in New York City.
“I am thrilled to welcome Stephanie to the team,” said Marisa Rauchway, chair of the firm’s Franchise Group. “As a veteran of the national franchise community, her broad legal talents and deep industry knowledge will add immediate value to both existing and future clients of our practice.”
Stephanie provides counsel to prospective franchisees and veteran franchise operators on a wide range of issues. Her franchise litigation experience includes matters involving breach of contract, unfair and deceptive trade practices, trademark and trade name infringement, fraud claims and business competition torts. She also advises clients through the franchise purchase process, including the review of franchise disclosure documents, the negotiation of franchise and area development agreements, lease negotiations, and sales and transfers.
“I am thrilled to be joining the team of talented professionals at A.Y. Strauss,” said Stephanie. “My franchise and business clients will benefit tremendously by gaining access to the broad range of legal services that A.Y. Strauss can provide. I look forward to working with Aaron and Marisa as we continue to grow the firm’s Franchise Group.”
Stephanie was recognized in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in the practice area of franchise law and has been named to the annual “Legal Eagles” list of the best lawyers in the franchise industry by Franchise Times magazine since 2020.
Stephanie earned her J.D. from Boston University Law School and her B.A. from Tufts University. She is an active member of regional and national professional forums focused on franchise law, including the American Bar Association’s Forum on Franchising and the International Franchise Association.
