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Leading Business and Franchise Lawyer Nationwide, New York, New Jersey

FRANCHISORS: Nationwide Franchisor Representation...[learn more]

FRANCHISEES: Nationwide Franchisee Representation...[learn more]

LITIGATION: Legal Representation involving "Business Disputes"...[learn more]

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 Legal Representation for "Business Transactions"...[learn more]

Legal Representation for Entrepreneurs. A recognized authority in business and franchise law, Charles N. Internicola, Esq. represents start-up franchisors, established franchisors, prospective franchisees, non-public corporations and individual entrepreneurs engaged in business transactions, franchise transactions and business litigation. Mr. Internicola also serves as "outside general counsel" for start-up, regional and national corporations. 

For information about Charles N. Internicola, Esq., the services that Mr. Internicola provides for his clients, and how Mr. Internicola may assist you with your business or franchise law matters, contact us by phone at 800. 976. 4904 or by email. We also recommend that you review what other lawyers and clients have to say about Mr. Internicola's services, Mr. Internicola's publications and his profile.  Also, please visit our specific practice areas listed below:

Franchise Law. 
There are many laws that govern the purchase and sale of a franchise. In addition to the Federal Franchise Rule there are many state specific franchise laws and regulations governing "franchising", "starting a franchise" and franchise sales. The cornerstone of "franchise regulation" is centered on the Federal franchise Rule and the mandatory disclosures that a Franchisor must include in its Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD"), formally known as a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular ("UFOC"). The recently amended Federal Franchise Rule has been redesigned to supplement disclosures for prospective franchisees, reduce certain disclosure "burdens" on franchisors and to better align the federal franchise law with state franchise laws and regulations, including the fifteen (15) franchise registration states.


"Franchisors"
If you are an "existing franchisor" or a successful business owner looking to "franchise your business", compliance with federal and state franchise laws, if planned properly, may be achieved in a seamless and cost effective process that promotes the overall development and growth of your franchise system.  Mr. Internicola is an experienced and seasoned franchise lawyer who understands franchising and how to timely develop, maintain and register your FDD and franchise agreements.  Mr. Internicola's services for "Franchisors", include:
  • Nationwide Franchise Registration
  • 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, serves as the editor of the "New York Franchise Law Blog" and he is the author and publisher of various franchise law books and articles. To review some of Mr. Internicola's franchise law publications, visit our franchisor resource section.


"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 respecting your ability to make an informed decision about your franchise 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. Services for "Franchisees", include:

  • Review and analysis of the Franchisor's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and Franchise Agreement
  • Preparation of a comprehensive 15-page analysis letter reviewing the FDD, the Franchise Agreement and suggesting proposed franchise agreement modifications and negotiating points
  • 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

Mr. Internicola, is the author of numerous articles and publications, including "
An Entrepreneurs Guide to Purchasing a Business or Franchise". For the individual looking to purchase a business or franchise, Mr. Internicola's 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.  To review some of Mr. Internicola's franchise law publications, visit our franchisee resource section.

For additional information about how Mr. Internicola's legal representation can benefit your business interests, contact us at 800. 976. 4904. Services are available Nationwide, including 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.



Disclaimer: The information contained on this website is provided exclusively for general informational purposes and should not be utilized or viewed as legal advice. 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.



Mr. Internicola provides his clients with the following business and franchise law services:

Franchisor Services

Whether you are a start-up franchisor engaged in the initial development of your disclosure documents or a established franchisor with a developed system, franchise lawyer Charles N. Internicola has developed comprehensive and cost effective "franchise compliance programs" that may be tailored to your business.  Mr. Internicola assists franchisors throughout the United States with issues involving FDD preparation, franchise compliance, state registration, registration renewals and intellectual property protection.

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.

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

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.

Health Law Transactions

Working with an experienced health law attorney is crucial for health care providers and health care facilities when considering new forms of accreditation, corporate organization and "partnerships."  Most health care transactions are heavily regulated from inception through the life of the practice or facility, and, at all times, must comply with complicated, often erratic, health law rules, regulations and statutes.  For these reasons, health care providers and facilities are encouraged to (and in some cases are obligated to) evaluate existing business structures and conduct practice management reviews concerning their internal contract obligations, compliance programs, quality control systems and safety programs.

Whether you are a solo practitioner, group medical practice, office-based surgery facility or outpatient hospital, working with a health law attorney experienced with health law transactions is essential for maximizing revenue and reimbursement while ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal rules, regulations and statutes.

Health Law Litigation

Working with an experienced health law attorney and litigator is essential for health care providers and/or health care facilities involved in aggressive audits, investigations and reviews.  In many cases, these "investigations" result in civil lawsuits or criminal prosecution by state and/or federal government against the service provider and necessitate the right combination of insight, knowledge, fact and force to combat against an otherwise extensive and debilitating process.   

Whether you are a solo practitioner, group medical practice, office-based surgery facility or outpatient hospital, working with an attorney experienced in health law litigation is essential for shielding from and battling against audits, investigations, lawsuits and prosecution.

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