Franchising Law

Franchise Representation, Drafting, Review and Litigation, for all 50 States

Our franchise lawyers at Williams Law, P.C. offer federal and state franchisor-franchisee law, UFOC drafting and review, franchise setup and entity formation, franchise dispute negotiation and litigation services, including business opportunity review. There is no substitute for a qualified franchise attorney. Remember, your nest egg and many years of your life absolutely depend on doing it right. We get it done. Contact our law offices to learn more.

FOR FRANCHISEES: Our franchise lawyers routinely handle:

• Biz Op's: Full Business opportunity review
• UFOC Uniform Franchise Offering Circular review
• Franchisor Negotiations
• Purchase of franchise business, Sale of franchise business
• LLC and S-corp formation and setup for franchise
• Lease Review, Lease assumption and landlord negotiations
• Financing agreement and loan review

FOR FRANCHISORS: Our franchise attorneys perform:

• Complete franchise drafting, setup, and filing, Federal and all 50 States
• Litigation Defense for franchisor misrepresentation or fraud claims
• Litigation for Plaintiff-Franchisors in areas including:
• Franchisee breach of Franchise Agreement
• Failure to pay royalties and fees
• Breach of Non-compete covenants
• Business Opportunity disclosure drafting all 50 states

Entering a franchise business is a quick and easy, but risky, way for many people to start their dream of owning, growing and operating a successful business. Beware. Some franchise businesses are well structured and offer the full backing and support of a national or international corporation. Others are shoddy and riddled with hidden costs. Having an experienced franchise lawyer review your franchise, or draft a franchise for you, usually makes the difference between success and ruin. Never enter or create a franchise without retaining a franchise attorney first. We are ready to help. Contact us to get started.

The full range of franchising law services

As a franchisee, you face complex legal issues from day one. You will likely need to form an LLC or Corporation, you will need commercial lease review, construction & build-out agreements, loan document and master franchise agreement review, to say nothing of the UFOC. Franchise business lawyers of Williams Law, P.C. offer a complete range of franchise attorney services that meet the needs of franchise owners. We understand business franchise formation, review, and franchising law, at both the state and federal level. We can meet all of your transactional needs for your franchise business opportunity. Reviewing and drafting documents, including the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC), and filing state and federal disclosure documents are all part of the services we offer. We can also help you avoid the pitfalls of franchise ownership, including issues such as employment matters and franchise misrepresentation, that often lead to disputes and litigation later.

Affordable franchise lawyer services: FLAT FEES Often available. Call us!

From commercial lease contract reviews to real estate purchases and contract law, the business lawyers of Williams Law, P.C. offer affordable, prompt, and responsive franchising law services designed to meet the needs of owners of small and midsize businesses. If you are considering purchasing a franchise, or raising capital to move into franchise operations, your first investment should be to visit a knowledgeable franchise law attorney. We offer a no-cost initial consultation to discuss your legal needs. We will take the time to listen to your goals and objectives, and we will explain our range of flat fee or hourly services that will be most important for you.

Contact the business lawyers of Williams Law, P.C., to discuss your franchising law needs. Give yourself every opportunity to succeed by moving ahead with confidence. Remember, doing it right is always cheaper than the alternative.