Franchise Law

Townsend Lockett offers comprehensive franchise law consultation and representation, providing corporate transaction and dispute resolution services.  Townsend Lockett represents both franchisors and franchisees in compliance, regulatory and adversarial matters, including drafting and reviewing franchise agreements, preparation of Franchise disclosure documents and other related materials, state franchise filings, compliance with the Federal Trade Commission’s amended Franchise Rule and other regulatory laws, franchisor/franchisee negotiations, mediation, arbitration and civil litigation.  Townsend Lockett also provides a full set of complimentary services, which include drafting non-compete agreements, guaranties, non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, and other agreements directed to limiting liability.  With decades of combined legal experience in franchise law, Townsend Lockett offers affordable, high-quality services in this complex field to existing franchisor or franchisees, companies looking to expand by establishing a franchise system, or individuals looking to buy, purchase or evaluate one or more franchise locations.

Townsend Lockett focuses on building and growing client relationships as it provides quality services to its clients.  Franchise law is a complex field and represents a significant investment for franchisors and franchisees alike.  Whether considering a single franchisee opportunity or building a nation-wide franchise network, adequately addressing franchise law issues requires expert evaluation and analysis.  We strongly recommend that any company or individual seriously considering a franchise opportunity obtain expert consulting services.  Townsend Lockett’s attorneys have extensive experience in the area of franchise law and work closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that address complex issues presented by franchise law.  Exemplary services are listed below.

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