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    Franchise Agreements

    Franchise Agreement Drafting, Review & Negotiation

    The franchise agreement governs the relationship between franchisor and franchisee for the entire term — typically 10 years. We draft, review, and negotiate agreements that define fees, territory, renewal, termination, and system standards.

    30+ Years
    Business Law
    Experience
    Nationwide
    Strategic
    Counsel
    Multi-State
    Regulatory
    Compliance
    Founder
    Focused
    Strategy

    What’s At Stake

    The Franchise Agreement dictates the relationship between you and your franchisees for years to come. Weak agreements lead to:

    Inability to enforce brand standards
    Disputes over fees and royalties
    Challenges during termination or non-renewal
    Vulnerability to vicarious liability claims
    Loss of control over intellectual property

    Our Process

    1. Business Analysis

    Understand your operational model and revenue streams.

    2. Drafting

    Create customized agreements tailored to your specific system.

    3. Review

    Ensure alignment with the FDD and state laws.

    4. Execution

    Establish procedures for proper signing and onboarding.

    5. Enforcement

    Provide ongoing counsel for compliance and dispute resolution.

    What We Help With

    Comprehensive legal counsel for franchise contracts and enforcement.

    Franchise Agreement Drafting

    Create robust contracts that clearly define rights, obligations, and restrictions.

    Multi-Unit & Area Development

    Structure agreements for multi-unit operators and regional developers.

    Renewals & Transfers

    Manage the legal process when franchisees renew their terms or sell their business.

    Default & Termination

    Navigate the complex process of issuing default notices and terminating non-compliant franchisees.

    Non-Compete Enforcement

    Protect your system by enforcing post-term non-competition and confidentiality clauses.

    Supplier & Vendor Agreements

    Draft contracts for approved suppliers to ensure quality control across the network.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    While franchise agreements are typically standard across a system to ensure uniformity, certain terms (like territory boundaries or development schedules) are often negotiated. However, franchisors must be careful not to violate discrimination laws or trigger material change disclosure requirements.

    Who This Is For

    Franchisors

    Brands needing strong foundational agreements to govern their system.

    Master Franchisees

    Entities granting sub-franchises within a specific territory.

    Growing Systems

    Franchisors updating legacy agreements to address new operational realities.

    System Enforcers

    Brands dealing with non-compliant franchisees requiring legal intervention.

    When You Should Talk With a Franchise Lawyer About Agreements

    You are drafting a new franchise agreement for your first franchise sale
    You need to update legacy agreements to reflect new system standards
    A franchisee is in default and you need to enforce termination provisions
    You are structuring multi-unit or area development agreements
    A franchisee is requesting to transfer or sell their location
    You need to ensure your non-compete clauses are enforceable in your state

    Protect Your Franchise System

    Ensure your franchise agreements are enforceable and structured for growth.

    Discuss Your Franchise Agreement