Atty. Harris J. Chernow
Harris Chernow, Partner in Reger Rizzo & Darnall's Philadelphia Office and Chair of the Firm's National Franchise & Distribution and Hospitality Practice Groups, has concentrated his practice on franchise, hotel, and business-related matters. Harris has developed his national franchise and hospitality practice by representing franchisors, franchisees, owners, brands, and distributors from coast to coast.
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Harris J. Chernow is a franchise attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Reger Rizzo & Darnall LLP. Admitted to practice in United States, U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals, New Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, District of Pennsylvania. Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1988) and Temple University (—, 1985). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Franchise Law (Philadelphia) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Franchise Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Harris Chernow, Partner in Reger Rizzo & Darnall's Philadelphia Office and Chair of the Firm's National Franchise & Distribution and Hospitality Practice Groups, has concentrated his practice on franchise, hotel, and business-related matters
- Harris has developed his national franchise and hospitality practice by representing franchisors, franchisees, owners, brands, and distributors from coast to coast
- He dedicates his practice to providing competent and effective counseling and guidance to clients involved in transactions and dispute resolution matters with a specific focus on franchise, hospitality, mergers and acquisitions, general corporate structuring, and leasing and real estate development
- Representing both established leaders and start-ups, Harris's clients are involved in numerous industry sectors
- Harris's reputation has established him as a highly sought after Mediator for franchise, hospitality, and general business disputes, He is known for his strong ability for bringing parties together to reach an amicable resolution
- He is also frequently asked to serve as an independent Arbitrator
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Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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