Restaurant & Hospitality

From bold start-ups to nationally recognized brands, RAINES helps restaurant and hospitality clients build, scale, and protect their businesses. We serve as strategic partners at every stage, whether launching a new concept, expanding through franchising, or navigating high-stakes transactions.

Our team brings together experience across real estate, corporate, IP, employment, and litigation to deliver integrated counsel on everything from site selection and lease negotiation to brand protection, capital raises, M&A, and franchise development. We also support day-to-day operations, advising on compliance, insurance, labor matters, and dispute resolution.

With a dedicated Restaurant & Hospitality group, RAINES understands the unique demands of the industry and delivers the speed, clarity, and legal insight required to keep your business moving forward.