The Corporate & Commercial Team at QualitySolicitors Oliver & Co offers a comprehensive Franchise service, drawing upon many years of experience acting on behalf of both Franchisors and Franchisees.

The Team has successfully assisted many Clients with the purchase of new and existing Franchise businesses (many of which are household names) which continue to thrive. We have also drafted Franchise documentation for many different types of Franchise business, updated versions of which remain in use today.

Who we help:

• Franchisors - domestic and overseas, whether you currently offer Franchises or are exploring the viability of doing so; and
• Franchisees - whether you are exploring the possibility of purchasing a Franchise, already operate an existing Franchise business or are involved in a dispute with your Franchisor.

For prospective Franchisees we recognise that purchasing a Franchise can be both a daunting and exciting experience. Purchasing a Franchise business without the benefit of legal advice on the rights and obligations conferred by a Franchise Agreement is not to be recommended. Taking advice today may prevent future problems and expense.

For Franchisors we offer a complete range of services from protecting brands and intellectual property, to the drafting of framework documents (including Operating Manuals) and right through to termination of Franchise Agreements.

For Franchisees we provide :

• A comprehensive service that will deal with all aspects of purchasing a Franchise (including any premises and employment issues);
• Clear written advice on the Terms and Conditions of the Franchise Agreement so that you know your rights and obligations from the outset.

For Franchisors we provide:

• A complete range of services from drafting all template Franchise documentation, through the buying and selling of individual Franchise businesses, to disposal of the Franchisor's business as a whole.
• In both cases we provide:
• Specialist lawyers with hands on experience of all issues which might arise in a Franchising relationship;
• Advisers who will strive to understand your commercial requirements and take a practical approach which ensures that the needs of your business are met and any risks are minimised;
• Business support beyond core legal services; and
• An up-front fixed cost for undertaking certain types of work on your behalf.

While the following list is not exhaustive, we can assist in connection with all or any of:

• Franchise Agreements and template documentation such as Operating Manuals;
• Confidentiality and Exclusivity Agreements;
• Sale and Purchase of new and existing Franchises;
• Intellectual property advice and Licensing;
• Employment law advice;
• Commercial Property and Planning law advice;
• Franchise renewal and termination; and
• Dispute Resolution.

For further advice and information use the contact form or call 01244 354697 and ask for Tim Polding or 01244 354667 and ask for John Loney.