About Keith
Keith J. Kanouse is a attorney specializing in business and securities law, with a particular focus on franchise, licensing, and distribution matters. He is of counsel at Wasch Raines LLP in Boca Raton, Florida. Mr. Kanouse earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Bradley University in 1966, graduating magna cum laude. He then pursued his Juris Doctor at the University of Notre Dame Law School, graduating magna cum laude in 1974. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 1975, Mr. Kanouse has built a distinguished career in corporate and franchise law. He founded Kanouse & Walker, P.A.
in 1999, where he represents entrepreneurs, franchisors, franchisees, and their companies in corporate, securities, and real estate matters, with a primary emphasis on franchise, licensing, and distribution law. Throughout his career, Mr. Kanouse has been recognized for his contributions to franchise law. In April 2019, Franchise Times Magazine inducted him into the Hall of Fame of Franchise Attorneys. He has authored several publications, including the ABA Forum on Franchising’s Franchise Desk Book (2018) and the Guide to Understanding an Offering Circular and Negotiating a Franchise Agreement (1996). In addition to his practice, Mr. Kanouse has been actively involved in various professional organizations. He is a member of the American Bar Association Forum on Franchising and has served as its liaison to the Standing Committee on Lawyer Competence and Lawyer Specialization. He was a founding member and past chair of the Franchise Law Committee of the Florida Bar and has been a member of the Council of Franchise Suppliers of the International Franchise Association.
Mr. Kanouse's experience and dedication to franchise law have made him a respected figure in the legal community. His contributions continue to influence the field, and he remains a valuable resource for clients seeking expertise in business and securities law. For more information, you can visit his firm's website at kanouse.com. Please note that while this profile provides a comprehensive overview of Mr. Kanouse's professional background, it is advisable to consult official sources or contact his office directly for the most current information. *Disclaimer: This profile is based on publicly available information and may not reflect the most current details. For the latest information, please refer to official sources or contact Mr. Kanouse's office directly.* *Found Data:* - Bar Number: Not available - Bar Admission Year: 1975 - License Status: Active - Death Date: Not applicable - Firm Name: Kanouse & Walker, P.A.
- Case Types: Franchise Law, Distribution Law, Business Law - Legal Stages: Not specified - Courts: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida*
