Buckworths provides legal support for franchisors and franchisees across all aspects of their businesses. We advise on franchise agreement drafting and reviews, franchise network expansion, resales, disputes, trademark protection, and TUPE obligations.
Whatever stage you are at, whether launching a franchise network, reviewing an agreement before signing, or managing an existing franchise relationship, our team is here to help.
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The core document is a franchise agreement, setting out the rights and obligations of franchisor and franchisee. You will also typically need an operations manual, a disclosure document, and ancillary agreements such as a lease or licence for premises. We advise franchisors on the full documentation suite needed to build a legally sound franchise network.
Key areas to review include the length of the agreement and renewal terms, the territory granted, the fees payable, the obligations on both sides, what happens on exit or termination, any restrictions on selling the franchise, and IP ownership. We offer fixed-fee franchise agreement reviews with a detailed written report covering all of these points.
Only in the circumstances specified in the agreement. Typical grounds for termination include failing to pay fees, breaching operational standards, or becoming insolvent. The terms and notice requirements vary significantly between agreements. We advise franchisees who are facing termination proceedings or who have received a notice of default.
We offer fixed-fee franchise agreement reviews. We review the agreement and provide a detailed written report highlighting the key terms, any onerous provisions, and points to negotiate before you sign. Contact us for the current fixed fee.