Why Franchisee’s Need A Franchisee Lawyer

Name: LAWPOINT LAWYERS
Address: L1, 240-242 King St Newtown,, NSW, NSW, 2042, AU
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Studies suggest that almost a quarter of all franchisees have had a dispute with their franchisor and many of these disputes result in expensive and time-consuming litigation.

Franchising is a niche area of the law and has a number of complicated regulations which franchisors must abide by when franchising their business. The combined effect of these laws and regulations is that franchise documents can be a legal minefield. Franchisees can suffer significant financial losses by entering into unfair or otherwise unwise franchising agreements. It is very important that franchisees undertake the necessary due diligence and understand the obligations imposed by a franchise agreement before it is signed.

It is therefore important for franchisees to have an experienced franchise solicitor on side to help them navigate the intricacies of franchising law. Our franchisee solicitor partners with franchisees to take the stress out of franchising law, so that you can concentrate on what you do best-growing your business.

Our services

Our team of franchising lawyers can provide a wide range of franchising legal services to ensure that your rights are fully protected in your relationship with franchisor. This includes:

Reviewing and advising on franchise agreements, disclosure documents, Franchising Code of Conduct compliance documents, franchise lease agreements, franchise licence agreements, operations manuals, employment contracts and any other associated transaction documents.
Providing advice to help you understand your rights under the Code and associated laws and regulations.
Franchise risk management
Undertake negotiations on your behalf with franchisors and their lawyers.
Advise on leases or licence agreements for the premises from which the franchise will operate.
Represent you in franchise dispute resolution and where a negotiated outcome is not possible, conducting litigation on your behalf.
Advising in relation to misrepresentation by franchisors in relation to the franchise, earnings, profits and loss statements or other disclosure documents.
Advice in relation to any proposed sale of your franchise, including disclosure obligations to prospective purchasers, applications for consent to the franchisor, preparation of sale of business agreements and assignment documents

What makes us different?

Many law firms say they can assist franchisees, however many lack the all-round knowledge and expertise to provide the level and breadth of advice and guidance needed. Our franchising lawyers have extensive experience across all facets of the various areas of the law that are needed to protect you including franchising law, competition law, property, commercial law, litigation and employment law.

We also partner and work closely with your nominated financial and business advisors to ensure that you have all of your bases covered.

Why choose Lawpoint?

Clear Communication

We save legal jargon for other lawyers. Clients can expect clear and simple communication that will alleviate the stress of a legal matter and assist in making good decisions. 

Efficiency 

Sharp legal minds means more efficient lawyers. Our team works strategically towards client-oriented outcomes. We aim to resolve all cases in an efficient and cost-effective manner. 

Determination

We fight determinedly for all of our clients. No matter is too big or too small. We have an extensive network of like-minded barristers who we can call on when required.