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FRANCHISEE SERVICES

If you are looking to purchase a franchise, you need franchise expertise to assist you all along the way. Joseph Adler and HOFFER ADLER LLP offer the following services:

Prospective Franchisees
Due Diligence Review
Established Franchisees
Negotiating the Franchisor/Franchisee Relationship

Prospective Franchisees:

  • We work with other franchising professionals, if required (i.e. franchise and business consultants and accountants).
  • Explain the complexities of the legal process, the disclosure document and franchise agreement and the purchase documentation in plain language.
  • Identify potential pitfalls in purchasing a franchise in general and the particular franchise of interest to you.


Due Diligence Review

  • Conducting various legal searches to assess the viability of the franchise system under review.
  • Detailed review and analysis of franchise disclosure document and franchise agreement to determine whether the franchise is well suited for you.
  • Reviewing financial statements with your accountants.
  • Negotiating with your prospective franchisor.
  • Minimizing your exposure to liability.

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Established Franchisees:

  • Assist you in establishing a franchisee association to address issues confronting the franchised system.
  • Advise you in the purchase of additional franchised units or in the acquisition and negotiation of master or area development rights.
  • Guide you in enhancing your relationship with your franchisor.
  • Advise you on your legal rights when your relationship with the franchisor turns sour.
  • Assist you to negotiate with and litigate against your franchisor if necessary.

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Negotiating the Franchisor/Franchisee Relationship

  • Acting as your personal advocate in discussions with the franchisor.
  • Providing you with legal advice on protecting your assets and conducting your franchised business.
  • Delivering advice on your relationship with your customers, suppliers and the franchisor.

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