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Perkins Named to “The Best Lawyers in America” List for 16th Year in a Row
August 21, 2025

RVA small business and franchise attorney Eric Perkins has been selected by peers in the legal community to be included in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in franchise law for the 16th year in a row. With over 25…

Franchise Spotlight: Scenthound
April 30, 2025

A mere three and a half years after opening its first franchise location, the nation's first dog hygiene and wellness franchise, Scenthound, has surpassed 100 franchised locations across the country, including its first Richmond-area location…

Perkins Named to “The Best Lawyers in America” List for 15th Year in a Row
August 21, 2024

RVA small business and franchise attorney Eric Perkins has been selected by peers in the legal community to be included in the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in franchise law for the 15th year in a row. With over 25…

Is Pickleball the Next Franchising Fad?
July 27, 2024

When considering new franchise opportunities, an important assessment to make is whether the franchise in question reflects a sustainable business model that will withstand the test of time (e.g., Dairy Queen, McDonald’s, ACE Hardware) or…

Local Franchisee Earns National Recognition
February 19, 2024

Perkins Law has had the privilege of working with many local franchise owners over the years, and it is especially exciting to see them grow and succeed in their chosen industries.  The latest example is Hayes Enterprise, LLC, an Executive…

Perkins Named to “The Best Lawyers in America” List for 14th Year in a Row
August 23, 2023

RVA small business and franchise attorney Eric Perkins has been selected by peers in the legal community to be included in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in franchise law for the 14th year in a row. With over 25…

The Diverse World of Franchising
August 13, 2023

Thousands of businesses have pursued franchising as a growth strategy over the past 50 years.  Many are household names with tens of thousands of locations around the world (e.g., McDonald’s, Subway, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Marriott) while…

The Importance of Due Diligence for Prospective Franchise Owners
June 21, 2023

Franchising has become a popular business model for first-time entrepreneurs looking to own their own business. By acquiring a franchise, you get instant access to an established brand and a collection of what should be proven business practices…

Perkins Law Prospective Franchisee Zoom Workshop – September 9th
September 01, 2021

Ever considered franchising as a path to business ownership? If so, then careful planning and research are a must. Secure a seat for the Perkins Law Prospective Franchisee Workshop on September 9th led by small business and franchise attorney,…

Perkins Named to “The Best Lawyers in America” List for 12th Year in a Row
August 30, 2021

RVA small business and franchise attorney Eric Perkins has been selected by peers in the legal community to be included in the 28th edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in franchise law for the 12th year in a row. With over 20…