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What do Startup Companies Think about Long Term Professional Relationships? Watch the Video!

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates have had long term professional relationships with many direct selling companies, from startup to stable. We were involved in early stages of a number of leading MLM companies, including some traded on the NYSE. We … Continue reading →

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New Video: Why Do I Need an Experienced Network Marketing Attorney?

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Charity

An experienced and seasoned direct sales attorney can be the single most valuable resource that a MLM company can ever utilize. Look for a professional who has represented leading direct selling companies as well as startup companies. As industry experts, … Continue reading →

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What do Startup Companies Think about Long Term Professional Relationships?

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates have been with many network marketing companies from the very beginning, from startup to stable. We were involved in early stages of a number of leading MLM companies, including some traded on the New York … Continue reading →

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New PR – Video Interview by DSWA — “Legal Hotspots for Direct Selling Companies” and Fill out Survey to Receive Two Free Tickets to Next MLM Startup Conference!

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Charity

LAS VEGAS, NV–(Marketwired – April 22, 2014) – Nikki Keohohou with the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance (DSWA) hosts the Executive Interview Forum titled “Legal Hotspots for Direct Selling Companies.” The interviewee for this hour is Network Marketing Attorney, Jeff Babener, … Continue reading →

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New Video – Interview by the DSWA of Jeff Babener – “Legal Hotspots for Direct Selling Companies”

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Charity

Nikki Keohohou with the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance (DSWA) hosts the Executive Interview Forum titled “Legal Hotspots for Direct Selling Companies.” The interviewee for this hour is Network Marketing Attorney, Jeff Babener, Editor of www.mlmlegal.com. View the video on our … Continue reading →

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Why do MLM Companies Require Distributors to Use Replicated Websites Rather than Distributor-Created Websites?

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Charity

Many companies require their consultants to use replicated websites because they are rightfully concerned about unauthorized medical and earnings claims as well as confusion in the search engines. Therefore, many leading companies provide authorized replicated websites to distributors and prohibit … Continue reading →

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Distributor FAQ: In regards to event sales, such as fairs, kiosks, vending machines, etc., am I authorized to sell my company’s products at such events?

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Charity

Most companies would prohibit sales in flea markets, swap meets, kiosks, trade shows, garage sales, or other event locations. It is generally viewed that such locations dilute the value of the company’s products and opportunity. Companies typically prohibit sales in … Continue reading →

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Why You Should Trademark Your MLM Company Name

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charity

This blog post is the companion post to the video How Important is Your Company Name? Learn about Trademarking Your Company Name. The following is the transcript of MLM Attorney Jeff Babener’s own words: Hi, I’m Jeff Babener of MLMLegal.com, … Continue reading →

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NEW PRESS RELEASE – 63rd Annual MLM Startup Conference!

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announces Its 63rd National Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The conference will be held February 21 & 22, 2013, which is quickly approaching! For … Continue reading →

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The Educated Networker: Trademarks and Network Marketing

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Charity

From Nothing to Everything At first, a trademark may be the least valuable of assets. Famous marks such as Coca-Cola, Microsoft or IBM were nearly valueless at one time. However, for a mature company, the brand name may be its … Continue reading →