Mullin Law PC

02/20/2026

We are excited to share that Erica Dotras has been named to the 2026 Texas Rising Stars list! This distinction recognizes the top 2.5% of attorneys in the state who are either 40 years old or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or less, and we are proud to see Erica included among this year’s honorees.

Congratulations, Erica, on this well-earned achievement.

https://profiles.superlawyers.com/texas/richardson/lawyer/erica-diane-dotras/8c4019c2-4b01-4c77-b3c7-86c7ba652bef.html

01/22/2026

Join us on February 12 for an FBN panel featuring experienced franchise and legal professionals as they dive into brand protection strategies through the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

We’ll explore how key FDD items can be leveraged to strengthen and protect your brand—followed by a live Q&A where you can get your questions answered directly by the experts.

https://form.jotform.com/260185701467155

12/15/2025

11/24/2025

🎉 Join Us for FBN’s Annual Holiday Mixer! 🎉

Kick off the season with great conversations, new connections, and a little holiday cheer! We can’t wait to celebrate with our FBN community on Thursday, December 4th at 5:30 PM. A huge thank-you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible: BDO USA, Mullin PC, Jani-King, and MPK Equity Partners.

🔗 Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/252825666253160

✨ We hope to see you there! ✨

11/14/2025

Join us on November 20, 2025 for Mastering M&A Transactions, a three-part learning series designed for anyone working in mergers and acquisitions.

Cheryl Mullin will be joined by Michael Barbera, E.A., of Michael Barbera Financial, for the first two sessions, covering deal structuring, diligence, and franchise and distribution considerations. The series wraps up with Tyler Thompson, who will explore data, privacy, cybersecurity, and AI issues in M&A.

An informative program designed to provide clarity and guidance on the evolving complexities of M&A transactions.

For full details and to register, visit: https://mylawcle.com/products/the-complete-ma-playbook-structuring-diligence-and-integration/

11/04/2025

📣 Reminder! Our Franchise Leasing 101 webinar is next Tuesday at 12:00pm CT!

Join Erica Dotras for a crash course in franchise leasing where commercial real estate meets the world of franchises.

🎥 YouTube Live
📝 Register here: https://form.jotform.com/252803952324052

Don’t miss it!

10/22/2025

Join Erica Dotras on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM CT for a live webinar diving into how franchise lease agreements differ from standard commercial leases and what franchisees need to know to protect their interests.

💡 What you’ll learn:
• Key lease provisions that most impact franchisees
• How the franchise relationship changes lease negotiations
• Practical strategies to help franchise tenants secure stronger terms

📅 Date: November 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM CT
📍 Location: YouTube Live (link sent after registration)

👉 Register here: https://form.jotform.com/252803952324052

Feel free to share with colleagues, clients, or anyone in your network who could benefit!

10/09/2025

📢 Franchise News Alert: Maryland has announced a fast track franchise registration option designed to help certain franchisors complete their annual renewals more efficiently.

This new process allows eligible franchisors to submit an updated Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) earlier in the year without audited financial statements and receive faster state review timelines.

Here’s what to know:
✅ Applies to franchisors currently registered in Maryland with fiscal years ending between December 24 and January 7
✅ Franchisors must file an updated FDD (without audited financials) by February 1
✅ Examiners will respond within 15 business days
✅ Responses to comment letters must be submitted within 15 business days (or by the April 10th deadline if permitted by the examiner)
✅ By April 10, franchisors must file their updated FDD with audited financials and the issuance date
✅ The state will respond within 10 business days

Our attorneys are closely monitoring these updates to guide clients through each stage and ensure compliance as states modernize their franchise filing systems.

09/23/2025

We’re excited to share that Mullin Law PC has been named one of Entrepreneur’s Top 10 Franchise Suppliers for 2025! 🎉

It’s an honor to be recognized among the best in the franchise industry, and we’re grateful to our incredible clients and partners who make this possible. We look forward to continuing to serve and support the franchise community!

08/21/2025

Join us on Thursday, September 11, 2025 for the North Texas FBN Event!

This dynamic panel discussion will dive into franchise development & sales best practices, key pitfalls to avoid, shifting roles, and the growing impact of AI. Don’t miss the chance to gain fresh insights, ask your questions, and connect with industry leaders.

Register Today!: https://form.jotform.com/252257826537162