Experienced California Business Attorneys Advise on Franchising Matters

Skilled lawyers assist clients in the Encino area with purchase, sale and management decisions

A franchise’s success depends on legally sound and thorough agreements that clearly spell out the obligations and rights of both sellers and buyers. An experienced business lawyer can ensure those agreements meet your needs and goals while conforming to federal, state and local laws governing franchises. At Law Offices of Pedram Amini, we represent franchisees and franchisors in the Encino area and throughout California in transactions and other relevant legal matters. We assess the risks and advantages of franchising, as well as the commitment required, so you have sufficient information to support your decisions.

Knowledgeable counselors advise on all aspects of franchise law

A franchise gives independent business owners the legal right to sell another company’s products and use their identifying features, such as business secrets, copyrights and trademarks, in exchange for a fee. These items allow franchisees to establish and conduct business with the advantage of an already established business model, marketing strategy and brand recognition. While franchisors control some aspects of the enterprise and may receive a percentage of its income, it is the independent owner who sees profits or losses from the local business.

Proven advocates represent your rights in franchise agreements

Whether you’re a franchisor or franchisee, it’s essential you’re represented by an astute business attorney who understands the federal, state and common laws that govern franchises in your area. We will explain your rights and obligations under the franchise agreement so the business transaction can proceed as smoothly as possible.

For franchisors, we handle all relevant legal matters involved in the transaction by helping to:

• Create a financing plan
• Draft and review critical documents
  • Franchise agreement
  • Sublease
  • Equipment lease
  • Software license
  • Escrowed lease assignment
  • Term and renewal provisions
  • Transfer conditions
  • Development agreement formulas
  • Protected territory arrangements
  • Disclosure documents
• Help formulate franchise payments, royalties, advertising contributions
• Register the franchise
• Ensure compliance with state and federal disclosure requirements
• Discuss trademark issues

For franchisees, our attorneys ensure your interests are protected by reviewing the terms and conditions in your franchise agreement for:

• The term of the franchise
• Right to renew
• Protected territory offering
• Franchise opening requirements
• Franchise fee
• Trademark requirements
• Transfer restrictions
• Termination provisions
• Dispute resolution parameters

Clients on both sides of the transaction trust Law Offices of Pedram Amini to provide sound advice and informed advocacy in franchise matters. You can rely on us to negotiate agreements with skill and precision so that your interests as seller or purchaser are secured.

Contact a skilled California business attorney for help with a franchise matter

At Law Offices of Pedram Amini, we represent business clients throughout California in franchise transactions and operations. Call us at 818-528-5272 or contact us online to schedule a consultation at our Encino office.