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Matt DeAntonio is a business litigator who helps his clients navigate complex commercial disputes. Matt’s clients range from multinational corporations to closely held companies. He has tried multiple cases to jury verdict and has appeared in state and federal appellate courts. Matt brings a strategic, problem solving approach to litigation and works tirelessly to achieve results that advance his clients’ business needs.A significant portion of Matt’s practice involves representing franchisors in litigation matters such as franchisee terminations and enforcement of post-termination covenants. Matt understands the unique relationship between franchisors and franchisees, and he works to help his clients build and strengthen their franchise systems.Matt also litigates trademark infringement cases for both franchise and non-franchise clients. Whether representing a trademark owner or an accused infringer, Matt is well-versed in representing his clients’ trademark interests in administrative actions before the United States Patent & Trademark Office, preliminary injunction proceedings, jury trials, and appeals. Matt is experienced in representing clients in a variety of other commercial settings, such as:• Deal disputes, including breach of warranty and earnout claims arising out of asset purchase and stock purchase agreements;• Business contract disputes, including disputes arising out of corporate and LLC operating agreements, sales contracts, distribution agreements, commercial leases, and financing agreements;• The formation and operation of partnerships and joint ventures;• Non-competition agreements and other employment matters;• Disputes relating to investment and private equity funds; and• Defamation and the First Amendment.