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Why This Hospitality Lawyer Isn’t Afraid to Get Her Hands Dirty to Help Restaurant and Hotel Leaders
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36:16Now PlayingChristy Reuter, chair of the hospitality practice at Blank Rome LLP, isn’t just an attorney — she’s a fierce advocate for restaurant operators navigating high-stakes deals, brand growth, and industry evolution.
Watch now to discover Christy Reuter’s deep passion for hospitality, the crucial role of lawyers in the industry, and why she genuinely loves her clients.
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Chapters:
[08:29] - The Importance of Brand Strength
[10:59] - Licensing Opportunities
[17:27] - The Passion for Hospitality
[20:16] - Navigating Challenges in the Hospitality Industry
[27:38] - The Importance of Specialized Legal Expertise
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Key Takeaways:
Importance of Hospitality Lawyers: Expertise in hospitality law is crucial for navigating complex deals and protecting restaurant brands.
Protecting Your Brand: Successful restaurant groups prioritize trademarking early to safeguard their name, prevent legal disputes, and maintain control over their brand’s future.
Loving What You Do: Christy Reuter thrives in the fast-paced world of hospitality, matching her clients’ energy and working tirelessly to support their success.
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ABOUT CHRISTY REUTER —
Christy Reuter is the Partner and Chair of the Hospitality Practice at Blank Rome LLP, leading a team of experienced attorneys who advise clients on a wide range of legal matters in the hospitality industry. With over 25 years of legal experience, she specializes in leases, management agreements, joint ventures, cross-border transactions, and litigation, helping restaurant operators and hospitality brands navigate complex business challenges. Known for her strategic problem-solving and deep industry expertise, Christy is committed to providing thoughtful, results-driven counsel to her clients. Her work spans corporate law, employment and labor law, commercial leasing, contract law, and intellectual property guidance, ensuring hospitality businesses are positioned for long-term success.
ABOUT RESTAURANT INFLUENCERS —
Restaurant Influencers is a weekly video podcast series presented by Entrepreneur Media and Cali BBQ Media. Every week host and restaurant owner Shawn Walchef (@shawnpwalchef) talks with business leaders like Shaquille O’Neal, Rob Dyrdek, Emeril Lagasse, Mayim Bialik, Jon Taffer, Robert Irvine, Toast co-founder Aman Narang, and more, about their secrets to Smartphone Storytelling, marketing, branding, and how to show up where customers are engaging online.
Published by Entrepreneur Media
Produced by Cali BBQ Media
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