Andrew M. Malzahn

Andrew M. Malzahn is a partner at Dady & Gardner, P.A., where he represents franchisees and dealers nationwide in disputes and transactions involving franchisors and manufacturers. His practice focuses on protecting and advancing the interests of franchisees, dealers, and distributors at all stages of the relationship—from pre-agreement review and negotiation through high-stakes litigation and arbitration.

Andrew regularly represents clients in matters involving fraudulent and deceptive franchise sales, franchise disclosure and registration violations, encroachment, non-compete disputes, and wrongful termination in state and federal courts and arbitration forums. He also serves as counsel to franchisee associations, advising on formation, governance, and coordinated system-wide strategy and disputes.

Andrew is an editor of the American Bar Association’s Franchise Law Journal. He has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and a “Legal Eagle” by Franchise Times each year since 2020.

Andrew’s practice is grounded in a clear understanding of the imbalance of power that often exists between franchisors and those who operate within their systems. He focuses on delivering creative, efficient, and results-oriented representation aligned with his clients’ business objectives.

Andrew will gladly speak to prospective franchisee and dealer clients at no initial charge to determine whether he and his colleagues can be of service.