Franchising

Phoenix, Arizona Business Franchise Lawyers

Franchising is a fast way to get immediate name recognition upon establishing your business. You are not only buying a franchise, but a company history and reputation as well. At The Law Offices of Donald W. Hudspeth, P.C. in Phoenix, Arizona, we help our entrepreneurial clients who are entering into a franchising agreement and represent them in any litigation.

Complex Franchising Agreements

If a company licenses their business name and charges a royalty, they are considered a franchise. So, if you have or contemplate such an agreement, franchise law applies and securities law may apply. At The Law Offices of Donald W. Hudspeth, P.C., we have represented clients seeking damages after purchasing business franchises that sometimes had little to no value. At our law office, we treat franchises similar to a security that is subject to broad liability and consumer protection claims. No matter how complex the franchising agreements may be, however, we can help you protect your interests.

Downfalls of Franchising

Sometimes, what appears to be a good franchising opportunity is actually based on a false premise. For example, there are many cleaning and landscaping services that are not true business franchises. The franchisor sells the franchise over and over again without any regard to a specific territory. They execute contracts and even finance the franchise for the franchisee, which provides them a great deal of control in the business arrangement.

The Need for Legal Representation of Your Franchise

Given the potential downfalls, entering into business franchise agreements should be done with care. An experienced franchising attorney can help you review the documents and negotiate with the franchisor. We want to get what you pay for in your agreement. Even the most well-meaning franchiser sometimes cannot deliver on promises or the services they were going to provide. As your legal advocates, we will also mediate or litigate the matter in court seeking to recover any damage from a misrepresentation or breach of contract.

If you are looking to purchase a business franchise, you need legal representation to protect your rights and your business interests. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us.