Applying The Law To The Commercial Advantage Of Franchisors And Franchisees
Acting on behalf of both franchisees and franchisors, our familiarity with both sides of franchising has proven invaluable to franchisees and franchisors alike.
Birch Partners provides practical, commercially-minded advice to franchisors regarding the establishment, development and operation of their franchise system, and to franchisees looking to purchase, sell or exit a franchise system, as well as advising and assisting in disputes between franchisors and franchisees.
Buying A Franchise
Investing in a franchise can prove to be the opportunity of a lifetime, however, financial and business realities must always be carefully considered before buying a franchise. Birch Partners can help you assess whether buying a particular franchise is the right fit for you. After looking at the franchise disclosure documents and franchisee agreements, we translate the legal jargon and tell you exactly what the terms of these documents mean to you in terms of risk and obligation. We can also assist you by negotiating the franchisee agreement on your behalf to give you and your new business the best possible start.
Franchising Your Business
If you are ready to move your business to the next level, we can help you launch your franchise operation with complete confidence. We will meticulously prepare your franchise disclosure document to comply with the Franchising Code of Conduct, and draft a franchise agreement that will protect your interests now and in the future. Birch Partners knows the value of getting it right the first time in franchising.
Beyond franchise start up, we can assist you to negotiate with franchisees, advise you and help you resolve disputes through mediation, and if necessary, litigation.
Growing A Franchise
Is it time to expand your business by entering new markets and forging new partnerships? If so, the first partnership you should forge is with a lawyer experienced in franchise law. Birch Partners can help you make the right decisions and take the right steps to properly position your company for strategic growth and success.
We work with franchisors to:
- Establish and develop franchise systems, including preparation of franchise agreements and disclosure documents: the legal documents that are the cornerstone of your franchise system.
- Provide ongoing support in the day-to-day operation of your franchise system, including franchise recruitment, property leasing, contracts and compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct.
- Advise and assist in dispute resolution and manage your litigation if the need arises.
We work with franchisees to:
- Give you focused legal advice on purchasing a franchise.
- Assist you with reviewing your franchise agreement
- Assist you with the negotiations associated with entering into a franchise agreement, including property leasing and contracts.
- Advise and assist in disputes with franchisors and manage your litigation if the need arises.
- Assist you in selling or exiting the franchise system
If you have a franchise-related enquiry, Birch Partners is happy to discuss the matter with you on an obligation free basis. Book your free consultation now or call us on 02 9585 8133
