Tom Spadea

Tom Spadea is a seasoned franchise lawyer at Spadea Lignana, a position held since 2010, after 15 years of experience as an entrepreneur, corporate executive, and business leader. Before transitioning into law, Spadea served in senior executive roles for notable franchise concepts, including Saladworks, The Huntington Learning Centers, and Rita’s Water Ice. Spadea began in the franchising industry as a Franchise and Business Broker for Sunbelt of Philadelphia, providing advisory services to clients seeking franchise ownership or small business acquisitions. Educational qualifications include a JD from Temple University's James E. Beasley School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Marquette University.