Comprehensive Support Across All Aspects of Franchising

Franchising influences every part of your business operations, from early stage planning and brand development to day to day management and long term strategic growth. We deliver specialist advice across the full spectrum of legal requirements, considering the needs and priorities of both franchisors and franchisees to ensure you receive clear, commercially minded guidance at every stage.

Our Services Include:

For Franchisors:

• Advice on the suitability of your business for franchising and guidance on whether alternative expansion models may be more appropriate, including licensing, agency or distribution arrangements.
• Advice on brand protection, brand strategy and the management of intellectual property portfolios.
• Drafting the full suite of franchise documentation, including master franchise agreements, unit franchise agreements, shareholders agreements, franchise underleases, employment agreements, deposit agreements and non-disclosure agreements.
• Reviewing and updating existing template agreements to ensure alignment with current best practice.
• Drafting terms and conditions, website policies and privacy policies tailored to the operational needs of franchise networks.
• Advice on the optimal corporate structure to support your franchise model.
• Assistance with oversight of franchise sales, including guidance on processes and support in managing the sales function.
• Advice on property matters relating to franchising, including site acquisition and underlease arrangements.
• Data protection advice designed specifically for franchise operations.
• Guidance on employment issues that commonly arise within franchise relationships.
• Advice on competition law and compliance considerations.
• Assistance with terminating franchise agreements where required.
• Support in managing and resolving disputes with franchisees, with a focus on achieving commercial outcomes.

For Franchisees:

• Advice on initial deposit agreements and early stage commitments.
• Fixed fee reports on franchise agreements to help you make informed decisions before entering a network.
• Advice on renewal agreements and related negotiation points.
• Assistance with lease negotiations and broader property matters.
• Assistance with company setup to ensure a compliant and efficient structure.
• Support with the sale or purchase of a franchise, including due diligence and transactional guidance.
• Guidance on exiting a franchise and managing end of term obligations.
• Employment advice relevant to franchise operations.
• Support in managing and resolving disputes with franchisors, with an emphasis on practical and cost effective solutions.

Why Work With Us?

Real World Perspective

Our in-house experience means we’ve lived franchising and understand all aspects of a franchise business. We understand the pressures franchisors face in protecting their systems and the concerns franchisees have about safeguarding their investment.

Holistic Advice

Your franchise agreement does not exist in isolation. We consider your business strategy, market conditions, and long term goals to provide advice that supports your bigger picture and provide advice in the context of your being in the franchise sector.

More Than 20 Years of Experience

With two decades of experience in the franchise sector we have seen what works, what does not, and how to anticipate issues before they become problems.

Approachable Counsel

If you are new to franchising, understanding how the law impacts your business can feel overwhelming. Whether you are new or experienced, we explain matters clearly, answer your questions thoroughly, and make ourselves accessible throughout our work together.

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you’re launching a franchise system, expanding to multiple units, or considering your first franchise investment, let’s talk about how we can help. Why not schedule a consultation to discuss your needs and explore how we can work together.