Franchising

Our lawyers have substantial experience acting for both franchisees and franchisors. We understand the industry, the players and the regulations better than most.

We act for franchising clients across Australia. The Franchising Code of Conduct applies nationally which allows us to service clients interstate and usually at fees lower than our NSW or Victorian counterparts.

Franchisees

For our franchisee (or prospective franchisee) clients we can:

• conduct a thorough review of the franchisor’s documentation;
• explain the key terms in plain English;
• alert you to any peculiar provisions that appear out of the ordinary;
• provide independent solicitors certificates;
• act in mediations, negotiations and disputes with the franchisor; and
• advise on retail or commercial leases.


Franchisors

For our franchisor clients we can:

• protect and structure your intellectual property;
• draft/review your franchise agreement and disclosure document;
• draft/review all other ancillary documents including PRD’s and NDA’s;
• conduct the issue of new franchises including the handling of all documents;
• assist with master franchising;
• provide advice on the Franchising Code of Conduct and deal with the ACCC;
• conduct and assist with meditation and dispute resolution; and
• negotiate and prepare premises leases/subleases

Please contact us on 07 3854 2357 to discuss your franchising needs.