Franchising

Franchisees

Franchising allows anyone with access to capital, organizational skills, and a strong work ethic to be their own boss. In many cases you can even create a somewhat passive income stream. Being a franchisee is a beautiful thing if you find the system that is right for you. If you have clashes with the franchisor or the brand is not what you thought it was, there could be trouble.

I provide legal counsel to people who are considering purchasing a franchise and have questions about the franchise relationship with their new prospective franchisor. I also work with existing franchisees to negotiate agreements with franchisors, as well as provide counsel regarding day to day business issues and planning.

What I Do For Franchisees:

Entity creation, startup, and membership issues
Service agreements for sweat equity owners
Employee Issues
Franchise Disclosure Document review and analysis
Franchise agreement and other issue negotiations with franchisor
Landlord lease review and negotiation
Acquisitions from other franchisees
Business sale/exit from brand

Franchisors

Franchisors often start with a single unit concept that grows to multiple locations, proving that the concept can be successfully replicated. Some brands are operated by founders. Some brands were purchased by franchisees (that is what I did with the D.P. Dough brand).

I work with emerging franchisors (1-50 units) to grow their brand consistent with their strategy and vision. I enjoy being part of a team and believe I can offer a unique point of view as the former CEO and general counsel of an emerging franchise brand.

What I Do For Emerging Franchisors: