BARRY KURTZ
Chair, Franchise and Distribution Practice Group
Lewitt Hackman
Barry Kurtz has built a distinguished five-decade career by using his rare, multi-faceted experience as an attorney, franchisor executive, and franchisee developer to help clients realize professional success and advancement. Kurtz serves as chair of Lewitt Hackman’s Franchise and Distribution Practice Group. A certified specialist in franchise and distribution law, as designated by the State Board of California Board of Legal Specialization, Kurtz is known for staying ahead of legal and regulatory developments to ensure clients are always equipped with the most current guidance. Throughout his career, Kurtz has navigated clients through the full franchise lifecycle, including expansion, compliance, financing, mergers, disputes, and operational system design. His counsel has helped brands grow sustainably while preserving strong franchisor/franchisee relationships.
