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- How Important is Intellectual Property for Franchisors and Entrepreneurs
- Franchise Success for Franchisors and Franchisees Depends On the Franchisor's Mindset
- Franchise Lawyer Offers Tips on How to Reduce Legal Fees and Litigation Exposure
- Factors That Franchisors Should Consider When Setting Franchise Fees
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Franchisor Services
Nationwide representation of franchisors. Whether you are a start-up franchisor or the franchisor of an established system, you require legal counsel that understands the "business of franchising." Your disclosure documents and franchise agreements must serve as integrated components to your overall franchise system and must be designed, monitored and updated to ensure that you are afforded the necessary control and flexibility to maintain your system's standards, reduce litigation exposure and implement measures for controlled growth.
By working with a knowledgeable business and franchise attorney, you will ensure that the legal disclosures and agreements that establish your "franchise," reflect the unique characteristics of your business, understand your business plan, and serve as a powerful tool for the growth of your franchise system. Whether you are selling a franchise for the first time or an established franchisor looking for legal assistance, Charles N. Internicola, Esq. can help you.
Contact Charles N. Internicola, the business and franchise lawyer, today at 800.976.4904 for expert advice regarding your franchise needs. Mr. Internicola works with franchisors throughout the United States.
It is imperative that you have legal counsel who possesses a thorough understanding of the federal and state franchise laws that regulate your business. Charles N. Internicola has extensive experience representing franchisors and provides custom solutions that will help you convert the regulatory burden of the franchise laws into an opportunity to better define and refine your systems for franchise success. Mr. Internicola offers a variety of services tailored to meet the needs of both start-up franchisors and established franchisors in New York, New Jersey and throughout the United States.
Services for the Start-up Franchisor
If you are a successful business owner, chances are that you have considered franchising. Your customers may be encouraging you to open additional locations and you may have even had offers from individuals interested in buying a franchise. Although franchising may serve as an excellent opportunity for growth, before you start a franchise you must be prepared to proceed with caution and take the necessary steps to protect your business and satisfy the regulatory requirements of the franchise laws. As a franchisor, you will be required to prepare disclosure documents and franchise agreements that must accurately reflect your business and satisfy the detailed federal and state franchise disclosure laws. The documents you create in the beginning will serve as the foundation for your franchise system and, if prepared correctly, will serve as an invaluable asset for the growth and success of your franchise system. Charles N. Internicola provides extensive counseling and assistance for franchisors. His innovative services include:
- Assessing and determining the suitability of franchising for your business
- Preparation and registration of your Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD") and Franchise Agreements
- Registration and protection of your trademarks and intellectual property
- Establishment and registration of your franchise sales compliance programs
- Structuring of distribution agreements with suppliers
- General corporate counseling
- Representation in franchise related lawsuits
Services for the Established Franchisor
If you are an established franchisor, chances are that you have already implemented your disclosure documents, sold a number of franchise units and have, hopefully, realized the growth of your system. Charles N. Internicola provides an extensive program for franchisors, including federal and state specific registration and regulatory compliance programs. Through this program, you will receive ongoing compliance modifications and litigation recommendations that are designed to preserve the integrity of your business and shield critical components of your franchise system (such as proprietary product sales, alleged earnings claims and franchisee disclosures) from frivolous claims and costly lawsuits. Mr. Internicola also offers the following services for established franchisors:
- Development and implementation of area development and master franchise programs
- Structuring of distribution agreements with approved suppliers
- Protection of intellectual property, including trademarks and trade secrets
- Structuring of financing facilities and alternative sources of capital
- General corporate counseling
- Representation in franchise related litigation
Charles N. Internicola possesses battle tested high-stakes experience in meeting the transactional and litigation needs of franchisors. Mr. Internicola provides practical legal solutions that address the "business realities" encountered by franchisors every day. As a client, you will be given advice that matters to your business.
Contact Charles Internicola, the business and franchise lawyer, for legal assistance with your franchise system at 800.976.4904.
Services are available to franchisors and business owners located throughout the United States, including New York, Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn, New Jersey, Monmouth County, Middlesex County, Bergen County, Ocean County, Suffolk County and Nassau County.
Blog for Franchisor Services
- How Important is Intellectual Property for Franchisors and Entrepreneurs
- Franchise Success for Franchisors and Franchisees Depends On the Franchisor's Mindset
- Franchise Lawyer Offers Tips on How to Reduce Legal Fees and Litigation Exposure
- Factors That Franchisors Should Consider When Setting Franchise Fees
Library for Franchisor Services:
- License Agreements that Violate the New York Franchise Laws: Licensor Liability [PDF]
Description: If you own a trademark and are considering entering into a license agreement you must evaluate the New York franchise laws. A license agreement may create a franchise relationship and expose you to liability. Before entering into and granting license rights review the New York franchise laws. - New York Franchise Law: Limitation of Franchise Rights [PDF]
Description: The terms contained in the franchise agreement will hae a substantial impact on both the franchisor and franchisee. Clauses limiting the time period for a franchisee to file a claim mmay be enforced under New York Law.
Frequent Questions for 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.
- Can a Franchisor Disclose its FDD "Electronically" to a Prospective Franchisee under the Federal Franchise Rule.
- What is the Waiting Period After Delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document to a Prospective Franchisee.
- Are there "federal" laws that regulate franchise relationships and franchise disclosures.
- What is the filing fee for the registration of a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) in the State of New York.
- How often and when must a franchisor renew its New York state franchise disclosure document (FDD) registration.
- Does New Jersey require franchise registration.
- What are the franchise registration states.
- Does New York require franchise registration.
- What is a Franchise Disclosure Document.
- What information is required in a franchise disclosure document.
Web Resources for Franchisor Services:
- California Dept of Corporations Electronic Franchise Database
Description: Website of the California Department of Corporations. This portion of the website provides access to the Department's searchable electronic database containing pdf files of actual franchise registration filings and disclosures filed in the State of California. This database contains useful information for both franchisees and franchisors and is an excellent source of information.
- Illinois Attorney General - Franchise Information and Publications
Description: Franchise information section of the Illinois Attorney General website. This website includes important information and resources for franchisors and franchisees. Information includes franchise FDD registration, the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act, Franchisor registration tips and risk information for franchisees.
- California Department of Corporations - Franchise Information
Description: Franchise information section of the California Department of Corporations. This website provides important information respecting the registration of Franchise Disclosure Documents ("FDD"), California Franchise Laws, compliance information for franchisors and helpful information for franchisees.
- New York Attorney General - Franchise Information
Description: Franchise section of the website of the New York State Attorney General. New York is a franchise registration state - prior to the offer or sale of franchise opportunities or rights in the State of New York a franchisor must register its its Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD") with the New York Attorney General.
- Franchise Times Magazine
Description: Website of the Franchise Times Magazine. Franchise Times is a magazine publication that contains useful news, information and articles about the franchise industry, franchisors and franchisees. If you operate a franchise or evaluating the formation of a franchise system, Franchise Times magazine is a useful resource.
- International Franchise Association
Description: Website of the International Franchise Association ("IFA"). Primarily comprised of franchisors, the IFA is a trade association that advocates on behalf of the franchising business models. Members also include franchisees and franchise suppliers. This website includes information about the franchise business model, purchasing a franchise, starting a franchise system and franchise opportunities for sale.
- Franchise Lawyer
Description: The New York Franchise Law Blog, published by franchise lawyer Charles N. Internicola, contains important information and insights for franchisors and entrepreneurs. The New York Franchise Law Blog includes information about starting a franchise system, evaluating license relationships and franchise compliance.
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