Cody Katter
Legal Counsel at Heyday
- Role
- Legal Counsel and Chief of Staff at Heyday
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cody Katter
Experienced Corporate and Business Law Attorney | Admitted in New York | Specializing in Contract Negotiation, Compliance, and Intellectual Property Rights | Passionate about Legal Innovation and Strategic Business Solutions
Experience
Legal Counsel and Chief of Staff
Jul 2024 — Present · New York, NY, US
Oversaw all legal aspects of the business, including auditing, updating, and amending Franchise Partner contracts, interpreting these contracts, and ensuring compliance with the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and standard operating procedures. Handled litigation threats from clients and vendors, managed vendor disputes, and provided legal advice on liability, mitigation, and risk management. Collaborated on creating Heyday\'s Brand Standards Manual, which defines the brand\'s identity. Drafted and reviewed independent contractor agreements, ensured regulatory compliance, and advised on employment law and best business practices to protect the company\'s interests and support its growth. Ensured compliance with all federal and state legal regulations affecting Heyday\'s operations and procedures. Managed all tax and compliance standards in collaboration with the finance office, worked with CSC and an outside compliance firm to handle annual filings. Handled insurance matters and intellectual property. Collaborated closely with the COO and CEO on franchise document preparation and revision, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. Drafted Franchise Disclosure Documents, NDAs, Termination Agreements, and Service Agreements, and handled trademark and franchise-related litigation. Advised on legal matters like intellectual property and employment law, developed legal policies, and provided strategic guidance on business operations and expansion. Efficiently managed legal records, ensuring franchise system integrity and protection of the company\'s interests. Handled all sales, transfers, asset, and equity transfers and agreements for franchise shops and real estate.
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