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Key Legal Aspects of Franchising

Deciding to take a franchise business is a big step.  Understanding the key commercial aspects such as territory, payments, service deliverables and exit are as important as understanding the restrictions that can be placed on a franchisee during the term of the franchise and understanding the ongoing costs and expenses, such as those that may arise on the conclusion of the franchise agreement.

Our expertise in franchise law

Clarkslegal has experienced franchise contract lawyers in London and the Thames Valley.  Our franchise solicitor’s are know for providing pragmatic and commercial advice.

How our franchising solicitors can help

Our franchise solicitors have experience with franchise agreements in many different sectors they know what is commercially reasonable and what isn’t.  Our experience enables us to get  to grips with the terms of the agreement quickly.

Franchising Advice for Franchisees

We are experienced in advising franchisees on franchise law and also business structures.  We can help with guiding you through the terms of the agreement and provide support with finding premises, setting up a corporate entity to operate the business through, including drafting service contracts and employment contracts.

Franchising Support for Franchisors

Our franchise lawyers are able to advise on structures and support with licencing and intellectual property as well as preparing master franchise agreements.  We are also able to support in putting together handbooks and manuals which tend to support franchisees in understanding their service level requirements when entering into a franchise.

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