Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP

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  • Established in 1985
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  • GETTING IT DONE. EXPERTLY. EXTRAORDINARILY. EFFICIENTLY.

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Companies and individuals -- often the largest and most prestigious in their sectors -- place their trust and confidence in Kaufmann Gildin Robbins & Oppenheim LLP. So, too, do some of the nation's most prestigious law firms, investment banks and private equity concerns which are well acquainted with Kaufmann Gildin's unique abilities in the fields of franchising, licensing and distribution; litigation and appeals; corporate/mergers and acquisitions; real estate; franchise securitization financings; securities industry representation; investors and brokers and estate planning. These premier institutions entrust critical matters to Kaufmann Gildin in recognition of our firm's specialized expertise and extraordinary ability to work with them to get the job done for the client.

Among the individuals and companies whose counsel (extraordinary lawyers themselves) have selected Kaufmann Gildin to assist them are YUM! Brands, Inc. (KFC/Pizza Hut/Taco Bell); Tim Hortons Inc.; Hilton Worldwide, Inc. (Hilton Hotels/Embassy Suites/Doubletree Hotels/Waldorf-Astoria/Hampton Inns and Suites/Homewood Suites); Donald J. Trump and the Trump Organization; The Miss Universe Organization; Arby's Restaurant Group; Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (Wyndham Hotels and Resorts/Ramada Inns/Days Inns/Howard Johnson/Super 8/Travelodge); Enterprise Rent-A-Car; The Museum of Modern Art; Ripley's Attractions, Inc. (Ripley's Believe It Or Not/Guinness Book of World Records); InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (Holiday Inns/InterContinental Hotels/Crowne Plaza); Lacoste; Calvin Klein; Lalique; Jani-King; Church's Chicken; Weichert Realtors; and 100 United Nations Plaza.

But what about individuals and entities who are only beginning their journeys -- can Kaufmann Gildin help them too? Absolutely. The firm is extraordinarily devoted to its "start up" clients -- new franchisors; brokers; start-up corporations; newly arrived entrepreneurs. Given its client roster, Kaufmann Gildin is uniquely positioned to help these individuals and entities embark on their journeys, grow and achieve their dreams.

We thank you for your interest in Kaufmann Gildin. We invited you to learn more about us and give us the opportunity to learn about you. Come visit us at our New York City offices. Read the many articles, books, newspaper columns and treatises authored by our attorneys. Watch us on television as CBS, CNN, CNBC and other news media turn to us for our expertise. See us quoted in the Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times and other publications. Attend one of the many gatherings where Kaufmann Gildin attorneys offer their insights to business leaders; government officials; other attorneys; and the media. Or simply call us and ask how we can help you.

At Kaufmann Gildin, getting it done is not just a catchphrase. It is our mission. It is our calling. It is our resolve.

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Areas of Practice (12)

  • Franchising
  • Litigation
  • Appeals
  • Securities Arbitration
  • Licensing
  • Corporate
  • Securities
  • Real Estate
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Commercial
  • International Law.
  • Mergers and Acquisitions

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David J. Kaufmann: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
David J. Kaufmann
Senior Partner and Founding Member
5.0
New York, NY

Franchising, Litigation & Appeals, Securities Law, Contracts, Business Organizations View More

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Daniel Gildin: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
Daniel Gildin
Managing Partner and Founding Member
No Reviews
New York, NY

Commercial Litigation & Appeals, Franchising, Corporate, Commercial Real Estate View More

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David E. Robbins: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
David E. Robbins
Partner
5.0
11 Reviews
New York, NY

Regulatory Enforcement, Arbitration, Mediation, Employment Contracts - Employee, State & Local Agencies, Securities Fraud & Insider Trading, Securities Regulation View More

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Michael G. Yamin, (P.C.): Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
Michael G. Yamin, (P.C.)
Partner and Chair of Corporate/Mergers and Acquisitions and Securities Practice Group
5.0
New York, NY

Corporate Law, Business Law, Venture Capital, Licensing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Buying and Selling of Businesses, Business Organization, Family Business Law, Limited Liability Company Law, Corporate Finance, Nonprofit Corporations View More

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Kevin M. Shelley: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
Kevin M. Shelley
Partner
No Reviews
New York, NY

Litigation, Franchise Termination, Franchise Fraud, Unfair Competition, Securities Fraud, Employment Law, Breach of Contract View More

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David B. Ramsey: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
David B. Ramsey
Partner
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New York, NY

Franchising, Licensing and Distribution, Franchise Regulatory and Compliance, Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions, Commercial Contracts View More

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Michelle Murray-Bertrand: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
Michelle Murray-Bertrand
Partner
No Reviews
New York, NY

Franchising, Licensing and Distribution, General Corporate Matters and Business Counseling, Commercial Transactions View More

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Clifford J. Bond: Attorney with Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
Clifford J. Bond
Of Counsel
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New York, NY

Commercial Litigation and Appeals, Commercial/Securities Arbitrations and Mediations, Contract, General Business View More

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Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (11 reviews)

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Attorney on 06/21/26 in Securities

    One of the finest legal minds I have encountered. Brilliant analysis of complex issues. Very trustworthy. Highly endorse David Robbins.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Attorney on 06/20/26 in Alternative Dispute Resolution

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Attorney on 06/20/26 in Arbitration

    First rate lawyer. Esteemed by his colleagues.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Managing Partner on 06/20/26 in Arbitration

    Mr. Robbins has written the manual used by lawyers in the securities arbitration field, by both sides of the issue.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Managing Partner on 06/20/26 in Securities

    Mr. Robbins is the foundation for securities law in the US. He is the author of most of it and has practiced it as well. There are none finer and there are no better human beings practicing it.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Attorney on 06/19/26 in Arbitration

    David is the best of the best in securities arbitration.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Attorney on 06/19/26 in Securities

    David is the author of the most widely used guide to securities arbitration disputes in the United States. The guide is updated annually. For many years David chaired the PLI annual program on securities arbitration. He is widely respected.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Principal on 06/19/26 in Securities

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Member on 06/18/26 in Alternative Dispute Resolution

    David Robbins is an accomplished author, speaker and truly the Dean of Securities Arbitration. David “wrote the book” and keeps it current.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for David E. Robbins by a Partner on 06/18/26 in Securities

    I worked with David Robbins for over 12 years and he has always conducted himself at the highest ethical standard and has an intimate knowledge of the law - constantly staying up to date on new developments and updating his book, the Securities Arbit... Read more

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