NJRHA MEMBER RESOURCE
NJRHA members have access to hospitality-focused legal resources and guidance through Mandelbaum Barrett PC, with experience serving restaurants, bars, hotels, hospitality operators and other food and beverage businesses.
EXCLUSIVE NJRHA MEMBER BENEFIT
Complimentary 20-Minute Legal Consultation
NJRHA members have access to a complimentary 20-minute consultation with Damian P. Conforti, Partner at Mandelbaum Barrett PC and NJRHA Consultant, to discuss a legal issue affecting their hospitality business.
EMAIL DAMIAN CONFORTI 973-243-7996
Members only: Identify yourself as an NJRHA member when reaching out.
HOSPITALITY LEGAL SERVICES
Areas of Legal Guidance
Hospitality businesses face a wide range of legal and regulatory issues. Mandelbaum Barrett PC provides guidance across key areas affecting restaurant, hotel and hospitality operators.
Hospitality & Alcoholic Beverage Law
Liquor licenses and permits • ABC compliance and enforcement • Hospitality concepts and business structures • Location and licensing considerations • Wholesale and importer permits
Labor & Employment
Wage and hour compliance • Employee policies and handbooks • Employment agreements • Employee disputes • Labor relations • Management compliance training
Corporate & Business Law
Business formation • Contracts • Partnership and LLC agreements • Acquisitions and sales • Financing • Franchise agreements • Management agreements • Vendor and supply agreements
Real Estate, Zoning & Development
Commercial leases • Real estate acquisitions • Land use and zoning • Building and sanitation requirements • Landlord-tenant matters • Premises liability
Intellectual Property & Brand Protection
Trademarks and trade names • Brand protection • Copyright considerations • Logos and menus • Trade secrets and proprietary products
BUSINESS RESOURCES
Legal Resources for Operators
Quick-reference materials covering common legal and compliance issues for hospitality businesses.
Employee Handbook Best Practices
Key considerations for developing and maintaining an employee handbook.
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Corporate Topography
A framework for thinking through the legal, financial and operational considerations involved in building and growing a business.
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Business Succession Planning
Questions and considerations for ownership transitions, employee buyouts, third-party sales and business succession.
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Current New Jersey Wage & Hour Information
Access current minimum wage, tipped wage and wage-and-hour compliance information directly from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
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ON-DEMAND EDUCATION
Legal Webinars
Explore past NJRHA educational programs covering important legal issues for hospitality employers.
Intellectual Property Laws for Restaurants
Protecting your brand, menu, recipes, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and trade dress.
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Creating a Five-Star Employee Handbook
Best practices for creating and maintaining an effective employee handbook.
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Fair Labor Standards Act
An overview of federal and New Jersey wage-and-hour requirements for employers.
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Wage & Hour Law
Employment status, wage-and-hour compliance, tip pooling and other common hospitality issues.
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Looking for more? Explore NJRHA's full library of educational webinars covering legal, regulatory, operational and industry topics.
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NJRHA MEMBERS
Have a Legal Question?
Take advantage of your complimentary 20-minute legal consultation with Damian P. Conforti of Mandelbaum Barrett PC.
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Resources provided on this page are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations may change. Businesses should consult qualified legal counsel regarding their specific circumstances.
