Franchise Compliance Reviews for Existing Franchise Systems
A focused legal audit of your franchise documents, sales practices, registrations, and advertising to identify compliance gaps before they become enforcement actions or franchisee disputes.
Experience
Counsel
Compliance
Strategy
What’s At Stake
Compliance is not a one-time event; it is an ongoing requirement. Falling out of compliance can trigger:
Our Process
1. Document Collection
Gather current FDDs, marketing materials, and sales logs.
2. Regulatory Audit
Review practices against FTC and state specific rules.
3. Sales Process Review
Analyze how your team presents and sells the franchise.
4. Gap Analysis
Identify areas where operations deviate from legal requirements.
5. Correction Plan
Implement updated policies and required disclosures.
What We Help With
Ongoing compliance oversight for franchise brands.
Franchise Sales Compliance
Audit your sales process to ensure proper disclosure timing and receipt tracking.
Marketing & Advertising Review
Review website copy, brochures, and social media for illegal earnings claims.
State Registration Audits
Ensure you are properly registered or exempt in every state where you operate.
Item 19 Substantiation
Verify that your financial performance representations have a reasonable basis.
Operations Manual Compliance
Ensure your manuals do not create joint-employer liability.
Document Retention Policies
Establish systems for storing signed receipts, agreements, and compliance logs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who This Is For
Active Franchisors
Brands actively selling franchises that need to ensure their sales team is compliant.
New Franchisors
Emerging brands establishing their internal compliance procedures.
Brands Under Scrutiny
Franchisors facing regulatory inquiries or franchisee complaints.
Acquiring Entities
Investors needing to verify the compliance history of a target franchise brand.
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Stay Compliant. Stay Protected.
Ensure your franchise sales and operations meet all regulatory requirements.
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