A franchise business is a unique opportunity, but is a large investment with no guarantee of success. Only experienced franchise counsel can help you navigate these waters safely.
We walk you through the whole process, starting with advising you on whether a particular franchise system is right for you, reviewing the franchise disclosure document (FDD) and franchise agreement, and setting up the operating company, to negotiating the franchise agreement and commercial lease, managing franchisor relations, and protecting your rights if something doesn't go as planned.
Our Work For Franchisees
- Counseling on whether a franchise system fits you
- Reviewing and advising on the Franchise Disclosure Document
- Negotiating the franchise agreement and development agreement to advance your interests
- Negotiating and drafting your lease
- Forming and maintaining your operating companies
- Obtaining permits and licenses
- Managing franchisor relations
- Managing employment relationships
- General counsel services
- Planning for expansion
- Recovering for fraud claims and franchise agreement breaches
- Defending claims for franchise fees and royalties
- Defending actions to enforce non-competition agreements
We Help Our Franchisee Clients Build Any Type Of Franchise Business
Quick-Service Food
- Donuts
- Coffee
- Pizza
- Sub sandwiches
- Chicken wings
- Salads
- Ice cream
- Hot dogs and hamburgers
- Italian beef
- Smoothies and juice
- Tacos and burritos
Service Industry
- Gas stations
- Convenience stores
- Hotel and hospitality
- Education
- Tax preparation
- Industrial cleaning
- Dry cleaning
- Direct mail coupons
- Eye care
- Real estate brokerage
- Music schools
- Car washes
- Disaster restoration services
Health & Beauty
- Fitness centers
- Yoga studios
- Pilates studios
- Hair salons
- Barber shops
- Massage and spa
- Tanning salons