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Franchisee Services

• Franchise Trends: Replacing a Job by Purchasing a Franchise
• New York Franchising Seminar to Offer Insightful Information About Buying a Franchise
• Examine Franchise System Value When Purchasing a Franchise
• Prospecitve Franchisees Use Franchise Survey System to Research Franchise of Interest
• Purchasing a Closed Franchise Location: What you Should Consider to Make Sure your Franchise Location is Successful

Franchisor Services

• Franchise Lawyer Offers Tips on How to Reduce Legal Fees and Litigation Exposure
• Factors That Franchisors Should Consider When Setting Franchise Fees

Business Litigation

• Quality Pleadings are Important If you are Involved in a New York Business Dispute
• Corporate Dissolution a Critical Tool for Small Business Owners Faced with a "Partnership Dispute" with a Controlling Shareholder
• Partnership Disputes in New York and New Jersey
• Factors to Consider When Hiring a Business Lawyer in New York or New Jersey

Business Transactions

• Small Business Commercial Lease Agreements in New York: Limiting your Personal Guaranty may Not be Enough
• S Corp, C Corp, LLC?
• Be Aware of Forum Selection Clauses in Vendor Agreements
• Buying a New York or New Jersey Car Wash or Gas Station: Evaluate Potential Road Repairs

General

• Refranchised Locations: Should You Consider Buying a Company Owned Franchise Location

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Business Transactions

• The Advantages of an Asset Purchase Compared to a Stock Purchase
• Factors to Consider when Buying a Gas Station
• The Importance of "Bulk Sales Tax" Notices when Buying a Business in New Jersey
• The Importance of a "Financing Contingency" when Buying a Business
• The Importance of a "Non-Compete" when Buying a Business

Business Litigation

• Important Remedy Available to Minority Shareholders of a New York Corporation: Judicial Dissolution
• Grounds for Dissolution of a New York Corporation: Dissolution by Fifty Percent Shareholder when Faced with Director or Shareholder Deadlock
• New York and New Jersey Business Litigation Lawyer | Attorney for Unfair Competition Disputes between Competitors
• Partnership Lawsuits in New York and New Jersey: Important Factors to Discuss with your Lawyer

Franchisee Services

• Petroleum Marketing Practices Act: Wrongful Termination of New York or New Jersey gas station franchise
• New Jersey franchise Practices Act: "Constructive Termination" of Franchise Agreement, Grounds for Franchise Termination and Damages Available to Franchisees
• Franchise Lawyer Reveals the 4 Important Factors that You Must Consider Before Buying a Franchise in New York
• Factors to Consider and when Buying a Franchise in New Jersey

Franchisor Services

• New York Franchise Law: Limitation of Franchise Rights
• License Agreements that Violate the New York Franchise Laws: Licensor Liability

Directory

• Old Bridge New Jersey Partnership Dispute Lawyer | Lawyer to Protect your Partnership and Shareholder Interests in Old Bridge NJ
• Matawan New Jersey Partnership Dispute Lawyer | Lawyer to Protect your Partnership and Shareholder Interests in Matawan NJ
• Madison New Jersey Partnership Dispute Lawyer | Lawyer to Protect your Partnership and Shareholder Interests in Madison NJ
• Hudson New Jersey Partnership Dispute Lawyer | Lawyer to Protect your Partnership and Shareholder Interests in Hudson NJ
• Hackensack New Jersey Partnership Dispute Lawyer | Lawyer to Protect your Partnership and Shareholder Interests in Hackensack NJ

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Leading Business and Franchise Lawyer in New York, New Jersey and throughout the United States

Are you buying a business or franchise?  

Are you a successful business owner and want to start a franchise?  

Are you looking for corporate counsel to manage your company's legal matters?

Are you involved in a business dispute?

Whether you are buying a business, selling a business, purchasing a franchise or establishing a franchise system, you need to proceed with caution, gather information and be aware of the necessary steps and safeguards to protect your investment and business. Business and franchise transactions occur every day in New York, New Jersey and throughout the United States, representing one of the most thriving components of our economy.  However, not every business transaction is the same and when the transaction involves your life's savings or the business that you worked hard to create, assistance from a knowledgeable business and franchise attorney will help you level the playing field and maximize your opportunity for success.

Charles N. Internicola, Esq. is a business and franchise lawyer dedicated to delivering real time practical advice and solutions for business purchasers, business owners, franchisors and franchisees in New York, New Jersey and throughout the country.

Contact Charles Internicola, the business and franchise lawyer, today at 800. 976. 4904 for expert legal advice regarding your franchise or business matter.

There are many laws that govern the purchase and sale of franchises and businesses, including the federal Franchise Rule and various state specific franchise laws.  The purpose of these laws are to protect individuals considering the purchase of a franchise or business opportunity by requiring a franchisor to disclose detailed information in a document known as the Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD"), formally known as a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular ("UFOC"). The Franchise Rule, was recently amended and the amended Franchise Rule has been designed to better protect franchisees, reduce unnecessary disclosure obligations on the part of franchisors and better align disclosures with the various state regulations. 

• "Franchisees" - if you are considering the purchase of a franchise, the information and disclosures contained in the FDD represent a "life-line" and one of the few safeguards between you and a potentially bad decision or investment. Not every franchise is the same and the level of competence among franchisors varies tremendously. Before purchasing a franchise you need to understand and evaluate the information contained in the FDD. An experienced franchise and business lawyer can help you level the playing field by breaking down the information contained in the FDD, identify potential "red flags", negotiate with the franchisor and implement measures to protect your investment. 

• "Franchisors" - if you are a franchisor or a successful business owner looking to franchise your business, compliance with the franchise laws should not be viewed as a regulatory burden, but rather an opportunity to define and refine your business systems and success. The preparation, revision and maintenance of your FDD and franchise agreements should be a seamless process facilitated by an experienced franchise attorney who understands your business and how to get the job done. 

How Are We Different?
Charles N. Internicola is an accomplished business and franchise lawyer who delivers "innovative and practical" legal services focused on the unique business interests and rights of his clients when in business transactions and litigation.  Mr. Internicola represents franchisees and franchisors in all 50 states.  He also represents business owners and entrepreneurs in New York and New Jersey in business transactions.

As a client of Charles Internicola, you will not be given "boiler-plate" advice or generic legal forms.  Instead, you will be provided with customized service - service focused on your business goals- at a reasonable cost.  Through his experience, Mr. Internicola has developed a comprehensive approach for representing individuals looking to buy a franchise and successful business owners looking to start a franchise.  He provides the following valuable offerings: 

Franchisees:

• Review and analysis of the Franchisor's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and Franchise Agreement
• Creation of a 15-page comprehensible analysis letter reviewing the FDD, the Franchise Agreement and suggesting proposed franchise agreement modifications to be considered and negotiated
• Negotiation of your Franchise Agreement
• Review and negotiation of your Lease Agreement
• Review and negotiation of Multi-Unit Franchise and Area Development Agreements
• Representation when your Franchise is terminated or threatened 

Franchisors:

• Preparation of your Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD")
• Preparation of your Franchise Agreement(s)
• State registration of your FDD and Franchise Agreements
• Establishment of registration and Franchise Sales Compliance Programs
• Registration and protection of trademarks and intellectual property
• Preparation of Area Development and Master Franchise Agreements
• Structuring of Distribution Agreements with suppliers
• General corporate counseling 

Mr. Internicola also serves as outside general counsel to various local, regional and national companies.  He is an author of numerous articles and publications, including: 

An Entrepreneur's Guide to Purchasing a Business  - For the individual looking to purchase a business or franchise, this book offers detailed information and advice designed to educate the prospective business purchaser about business and franchise transactions and to equip him or her with the necessary tools to better question, guide, assess and participate in his or her business transaction.  This book focuses on both traditional business transactions and the special considerations that apply when purchasing a franchise. 

For more information on how Charles Internicola can help you with your business and franchise issues, call 800. 976. 4904 today.


Services are available to clients in New York, New Jersey and throughout the United States, in all fifty states, including New York, New Jersey, Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Monmouth County, Middlesex County, Bergen County, Ocean County, Suffolk County and Nassau County, California, Texas, Georgia, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

FranchiseLawSolutions.com contains materials and information designed to serve as a useful resource (not legal advice) of information for current and prospective business owners, franchisors and franchisees. Always remember that the information contained on this website and in the available books and publications cannot and should not be relied upon as legal advice and cannot and do not serve to create an attorney-client relationship, which occurs only after a detailed review of your legal matter and the execution of a written retainer agreement.

Charles Internicola, the franchise and business lawyer focuses on the following areas of business and franchise law: 

Business Transactions

In New York and New Jersey, properly prepared business agreements by an experienced New York and New Jersey business and franchise lawyer are critical for a successful transaction. Business contracts, such as business purchase agreements, business sale agreements, franchise agreements, license agreements, partnership agreements, shareholder agreements and non-compete agreements require the skill of an experienced New York and New Jersey business and franchise attorney such as Charles N. Internicola, Esq. who can be reached at (800) 976 4904.

Business Litigation

In New York, New Jersey and Long Island the unfortunate reality of business and business partnerships is that lawsuits and litigation are all too common. In many cases lawsuits result from poorly drafted partnership agreements, franchise agreements and business contracts. Sometime litigation is the result of unfair business practices such as trademark infringement and breach of contract and non-compete agreements. If you are faced with a business dispute, New York and New Jersey business lawyer, Charles N. Internicola, can help. Contact Mr. Internicola at (800) 976 4904

Franchisee Services

If you are looking to purchase a franchise in New York, New Jersey or anywhere in the United States, you need to make sure that you understand and have carefully considered and assessed the information disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document and the Franchise Agreement. Charles Internicola, Esq. provides valuable services to prospective franchisees and business purchasers, including a 15-page comprehensible review letter assessing critical information contained in the FDD. Contact Mr. Internicola for expert legal advice regarding your business and franchise needs.

Franchisor Services

Selling a franchise or starting a franchise requires extensive preparation and registration of legally mandated documents, such as a franchise disclosure document, FDD and Franchise Agreement. Franchise lawyer and attorney Charles Internicola, Esq. will work closely with you to prepare effective disclosure documents and agreements that will both satisfy your legal obligations and serve as the foundation for a dynamic franchise system.

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FAQs

Business Transactions

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• What are Business Opportunity Laws.
• Is New York a "business opportunity" state.

Business Litigation

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• What is an "order to show cause".
• What is a "forum selection clause".

Franchisee Services

• Can I negotiate and change the terms of a franchise agreement.
• What is a "Protected Territory".
• What is a "Royalty".

Franchisor Services

• To Start a Franchise do you need a Trademark.
• What is an FDD "Item 19" Financial Performance Representation.
• Can a "New Franchisor" use an Unaudited Balance Sheet in its Initial FDD.

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