Owen Gibson focuses his practice on franchise registration and disclosure, franchise relationship issues, and corporate and commercial transactions involving franchise businesses. He represents startup, emerging, and established franchise companies in domestic and international matters across industries including restaurants, hospitality, educational services, and retail. Owen drafts franchise disclosure documents, franchise and area development agreements, and related commercial agreements. He counsels clients on compliance with the FTC Franchise Rule and state franchise and business opportunity laws. He also conducts due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and securitizations involving franchise companies.

Owen also has experience in real estate finance, representing lenders in multifamily and affordable housing transactions.