Franchise Litigation
Overview
Franchise relationships are built on long-term business partnerships, but disputes can arise at every stage of the relationship. Dickinson Wright represents both franchisors and franchisees in resolving franchise disputes efficiently while protecting their legal and business interests.
Our attorneys advise clients on the interpretation and enforcement of franchise agreements, helping them understand their rights, obligations, and available options before disputes escalate. We regularly negotiate directly with the opposing party to resolve matters as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
One of the most significant challenges for franchisors is determining whether sufficient grounds exist to terminate a franchise agreement and, if so, carrying out the termination in compliance with contractual requirements and applicable franchise laws. We regularly counsel franchisors through that process, while also representing franchisees seeking to preserve their businesses and challenge proposed terminations when appropriate.
Whenever possible, we focus on practical business solutions and have extensive experience representing clients in both formal and informal mediation. When litigation becomes necessary, we help clients protect their brands, enforce contractual rights, and pursue strategic outcomes in court.
Our team has represented clients in a broad range of franchise disputes, including:
- Wrongful termination
- Breach of franchise agreements
- Tortious interference
- Fraud and misrepresentation
- Trademark infringement
- Breach of confidentiality obligations
- Enforcement of non-competition agreements
