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:
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We work with other franchising professionals, if
required (i.e. franchise and business consultants and accountants).
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Explain the complexities of the legal process, the
disclosure document and franchise agreement and the purchase documentation
in plain language.
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Identify potential pitfalls in purchasing a franchise
in general and the particular franchise of interest to you.
Due Diligence Review
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Conducting various legal searches to assess the viability
of the franchise system under review.
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Detailed review and analysis of franchise disclosure
document and franchise agreement to determine whether the franchise
is well suited for you.
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Reviewing financial statements with your accountants.
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Negotiating with your prospective franchisor.
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Established Franchisees:
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Assist you in establishing a franchisee association
to address issues confronting the franchised system.
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Advise you in the purchase of additional franchised
units or in the acquisition and negotiation of master or area development
rights.
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Guide you in enhancing your relationship with your
franchisor.
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Advise you on your legal rights when your relationship
with the franchisor turns sour.
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Assist you to negotiate with and litigate against
your franchisor if necessary.
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Negotiating the Franchisor/Franchisee
Relationship
