Franchising.
We can help with setting up a new franchisee, finalising agreements to protect intellectual property, selling a franchise or dealing with a dispute.
There are many elements to consider when franchising.
You can always rely on our advice.
Whether you are a Franchisor or a Franchisee, our focus is on working with you to uncomplicate the franchise world. We provide strategic and proactive advice and guidance allowing you to focus on the success of your franchise.
New Franchisee & Franchise Resales
Guiding you through the Franchise sale / purchase process
Explaining the Franchise Agreement
Negotiating leases for premises
Employment and HR matters
Franchise disputes
Industry specific advice
Franchise Networks We Have Worked With:
McDonalds
Subway
Starbucks Coffee
Pandora
Boots Opticians
EE Stores
Pizza Hut
Franchise Disputes
Usually the relationship between franchisee and franchisor can be a very rewarding and profitable one for both parties, however disputes can arise when either side feels the other is failing to adhere to their contractual obligations. Our specialist Dispute Resolution Team can specifically advise on:
Breaches of Franchise Agreements
Disputes concerning either party not meeting their franchise obligations
Intellectual Property disputes
Working with our Service Team
Whether you are a Franchisor or a Franchisee, our focus is on working with you to uncomplicate the legal process, providing strategic and proactive advice and guidance, allowing you to focus on what matters most, the success of your franchise!
- Stephen Burke
If you have an enquiry in relation to Franchising or simply want to speak to a member of our expert team, please get in touch.
Did you know we offer a free legal review to all businesses?
Yes. The parties will need to negotiate the terms of a franchise agreement setting out their obligations. We can advise franchisors or franchisees on franchise agreements.
The responsibilities of a franchisor and franchisee will be set out in a franchise agreement. It is common for a franchisor to provide know how and advice on setting up the new franchise business and, potentially, offer advertising. A franchisee would be responsible for; paying ongoing management fees to the franchisor, promoting and growing the franchise business and purchasing products either directly from the franchisor or the franchisor’s recommended supplier.
This will largely depend on how negotiations in relation to the franchise agreement progress. Generally speaking we would expect the parties to agree the terms of a franchise agreement within 4 weeks. Please note, this timeframe may be affected if the franchisee may need to source trading premises.
The starting point would be to review your franchise agreement carefully as it may set out a procedure for the resolution of disputes. Please note, in the event of a franchise dispute we strongly suggest you obtain legal advice even if your franchise agreement contains a dispute resolution clause. Dispute resolution clauses can be complex and should be reviewed by a legal expert.
One major benefit to a franchisee setting up a franchise business is they get to use an established business name and branding associated with a particular franchise. Conversely, for a Franchisor a franchise business model offers the opportunity to grow their franchise without having to manage the “day to day” running of each franchise outlet.
