Helping Businesses Through Franchising

Ease of doing business is paramount. Our franchise attorneys are accessible by phone, email or video conference to clients in Virginia and across the country.  

Our franchise attorneys want you to understand the nuances of franchise law so you feel empowered to make decisions and grow your business. The franchise disclosure document ("FDD") is the legal document required to franchise.  If you have questions and aren't ready to talk to any attorney, we want to provide resources to you. We recommend you start with a 10,000 foot overview of franchise law.  

Many states have enacted their own franchise laws to supplement federal franchise laws. These states regulate to varying degrees. Virginia is a franchise registration state (follow the link to learn more!). Our attorneys walk clients through the franchising process and explain the necessary steps for doing business in each state. If you have questions and aren't ready to talk to any attorney, we want to provide resources to you. We recommend you start with a 10,000 foot overview of franchise law.  

Franchising requires proper planning and execution. The business and legal aspects of franchising can seem overwhelming. A trusted attorney with specialized knowledge in franchise law can provide the proper tools, knowledge, and experience to put franchisors or the best path forward. Follow the link to learn how franchise attorneys help franchisors.  

Not all franchises are created equal. Selecting the right franchise opportunity requires business and legal due diligence. Franchise attorneys perform legal due diligence and advise on the legal terms of the FDD and franchise agreement. We empower buyers with knowledge to make an informed purchasing decision and we help them negotiate the deal. Follow the link to learn more about how franchise attorneys help franchisees.