Starting a Franchise System
Overview
The Dickinson Wright Franchise Law Team has extensive experience and knowledge assisting clients with all legal issues pertaining to the start of a new franchise system, including the following:
- Incorporating and structuring the corporation or corporation that will operate your franchise system;
- Assisting with legal issues pertaining to financing of a franchise system in a manner that protects your assets and the franchise system;
- Assisting with the crafting of appropriate franchise marketing and operational documentation;
- Discussing and considering various franchise system structures, including unit, area development and master franchising;
- Preparing franchise disclosure documentation and franchise agreements in full compliance with legal statutes and regulations;
- Registering trademarks and advising on all intellectual property issues; and
- Drafting employment agreements and policies.
To learn more about major areas of our Franchise & Distribution practice, please select from among the following:
