About Jeffrey

Jeffrey Goldstein is a founding partner at Goldstein Law Firm, PLLC, located in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing law for over 30 years, specializing in complex commercial litigation, particularly in franchise law. His firm, situated at 30 South Wacker Drive, 22nd Floor #3341, Chicago, IL 60606, represents clients nationwide in franchise disputes, antitrust issues. Related commercial litigation. Mr. Goldstein earned his Juris Doctor from Boston University School of Law in 1983, where he also completed a Master's in Economics. He graduated magna cum laude from Bucknell University in 1979 with dual degrees in Philosophy and Economics.

His academic background provides a strong foundation for his legal practice. As a result, the attorney can navigate complex legal and economic issues effectively. Throughout his career, Mr. Goldstein has represented clients in various jurisdictions, including New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and the District of Columbia. He is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and several U.S. Courts of Appeals, including the Third, Fourth, Seventh, and Ninth Circuits. His experience includes serving as an expert witness in federal court franchise cases and advising academics and business professionals on franchise law matters.

Before founding his firm, Mr. Goldstein held several positions, including Partner in Complex Litigation Franchise Law in 1996 and Complex Commercial Litigation-Antitrust Distribution Franchise Lawyer in 1990. He also served as Assistant to the Deputy Director in 1984. His diverse roles have gave him a knowledge of the legal field, particularly in franchise and antitrust law. Mr. Goldstein is an active member of several professional associations, including the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers, the American Franchisee Association, the District of Columbia Bar, the New York Bar Foundation. The International Franchise Association.

These memberships reflect his commitment to staying informed about developments in franchise law and his dedication to serving the interests of franchisees and dealers. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Goldstein has contributed to the academic community by teaching law at George Washington University Business School and Boston University as adjunct faculty. He regularly writes scholarly articles on distribution, economics, and franchising, demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in these areas. His expertise and contributions have established him as a leading figure in franchise law, with a reputation for providing insightful and effective legal counsel.

Education

Boston University School of Law

J.D. (1983) | Law & Economics

1980

Bucknell University

B.A. (1979) | Philosophy & Economics

1976

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Founding Partner

Goldstein Law Office, PLLC
2004

Partner Complex Litigation Franchise Lawyer

Spector Gadon & Rosen, P.C.
1996

Complex Commercial Litigation- Antitrust Distribution Franchise Lawyer

Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
1990

Complex Commercial Litigation Franchise Lawyer

Morgan Lewis & Bockius
1986

Assistant to the Deputy Director

Federal Trade Commission, Washington, DC
1984

Accepted Jurisdictions

New York
District of Columbia
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts

Types of Cases Handled

complex commercial litigation particularly in franchise law

Professional Associations

American Association of Franchisees and Dealers

Legal has membership 2000 - Current

American Franchisee Association

has membership 2000 - Current

District of Columbia Bar

has membership 1983 - Current

New York Bar Foundation

has membership 2006 - 2012

International Franchise Association

has membership 2004 - 2010

Office Locations

Main Office

 30 South Wacker Drive 22nd Floor #3341 Chicago IL 60606

Office 2

 1629 K St. NW, Suite 300 Washington DC 20006

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