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- General Rules to Follow When Drawing Up Your FDD
- What Information Must I Provide in a Franchise Disclosure Document?
- What is Trademark Goodwill?
- How Do I License the Rights to My Federally Registered Trademark?
- What Terms Must I Include in the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC)?
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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.
Charles N. Internicola is a franchise lawyer who understands the time constraints and economic realities experienced by many franchisors. Based on his experience, Mr. Internicola has developed a number of timely and cost effective franchise compliance programs for both start-up and established franchisors. By working with a knowledgeable business and franchise attorney such as Mr. Internicola, you will ensure that your legal disclosures and agreements effectively establish your "franchise system", reflect the unique characteristics of your business, are consistent with your plans for expansion and serve as a powerful tool for the growth of your systems.
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.
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:
- FDD preparation, revision and renewals
- State specific registrations and renewals (nationwide)
- Development and implementation of area development and master franchise program
- 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
It is imperative that you have legal counsel who possesses a thorough understanding of the federal and state franchise lawsthat 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.
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
- General Rules to Follow When Drawing Up Your FDD
- What Information Must I Provide in a Franchise Disclosure Document?
- What is Trademark Goodwill?
- How Do I License the Rights to My Federally Registered Trademark?
- What Terms Must I Include in the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC)?
- What is the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC)?
- Achieving Continuity in Your Franchise Agreements
- What Is The Lanham Act?
- How Can I Control My Franchisee’s Use of Trademarks?
- What is a Common Law Trade Name?
- The Importance of Registering Your Trade Name
- Ensuring Receipt of Your Franchise Disclosure Documents
- Delivering a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
- How Do I Update an FDD?
- What Kind Of Updates Do I Need To Make To an FDD?
- Franchises Focused on “Franchisee Satisfaction”?
- I am Licensing My Business. How Do I Avoid U.S. Franchise Laws?
- Could My Licensing Agreement Be a Franchise?
- New York State Requirements When Franchising a Business
- Where Can I Learn About New York Franchise Laws?
Library for Franchisor Services:
- The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) (Part B)
Description: There are 4 key subjects that you must include in the franchise disclosure document. For a limited time, get this FREE business manual The Revised Franchise Formula. Contact New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola for help structuring your FDD. – 1-800-976-4904 - The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) (Part A)
Description: If you plan on starting a franchise in New York, you will have to provide potential franchisees with a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). For a limited time, get this FREE business manual The Revised Franchise Formula. Contact New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola for help structuring your FDD. – 1-800-976-4904 - Trademark Value and Goodwill (Part B)
Description: If you plan to franchise your business in New York, you can license the right to use your federally registered trademark. For a limited time, get this FREE business manual The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Trademark Value and Goodwill (Part A)
Description: When you register a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you are protecting the goodwill that is associated with that trademark. For a limited time, get this FREE business manual The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Figuring Out the Terms of Your Franchise (Part B)
Description: Your New York franchise attorney can explain all of the terms and information that is required in the Franchise Disclosure Document (aka. Uniform Franchise Offering Circular - UFOC). For a limited time, get this FREE business manual The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Figuring Out the Terms of Your Franchise (Part A)
Description: When starting to franchise in New York, it is important that you establish the terms for your business franchisees. For a limited time, get this FREE business manual The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Trademark License and Franchise Relationship (Part B)
Description: To enforce your licensing agreement, you may need the help of a New York franchise attorney. For a limited time, get this FREE business guide The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Trademark License and Franchise Relationship (Part A)
Description: When starting a franchise in New York, you can control your trademarks with the specific language that you put in your franchise agreement. For a limited time, get this FREE business guide The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Trade Names (Part B)
Description: For a trade name to be protected by common law first use rights, it must meet certain requirements. For a limited time, get this FREE business guide The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Trade Names (Part A)
Description: If you plan on starting a franchise in New York, you’ll need to protect your trade name. For a limited time, get this FREE business guide The Revised Franchise Formula. New York franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - The Franchise Disclosure Process (Part B)
Description: To ensure that your FDD is delivered appropriately, you can get the expert help of a New York franchise attorney. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, business and franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976 - The Franchise Disclosure Process (Part A)
Description: New York law requires a franchisor to provide a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). For a limited time, get this FREE business manual An Entrepreneurs Guide to Purchasing a Business or Franchise. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, business and franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Franchise Update: Making Changes To Your Franchise Disclosure Document (Part B)
Description: Interim changes to the FDD are changes that are made during the fiscal year. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Franchise Update: Making Changes To Your Franchise Disclosure Document (Part A)
Description: According to law, the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) must be updated on an ongoing annual basis. For a limited time, get this FREE business manual An Entrepreneurs Guide to Purchasing a Business or Franchise. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters which may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Franchise Licensing (Part B)
Description: A franchise may be a licensee, a distributor, or a dealer of your products and services. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Franchise Licensing (Part A)
Description: When you begin to license certain aspects of your business, you may be entering into the territory of starting a business franchise. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Franchise Laws (Part B)
Description: To learn about franchise laws, you can go online to view the New York State Franchise Act. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, Manhattan franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - Franchise Laws (Part A)
Description: As a franchisee, the most important franchise law is that which requires pre-sale disclosures. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, Manhattan franchise lawyer Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - How to Franchise Your Business (Part B)
Description: When beginning to sell franchises, you will have to change your mind-set. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, business and franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904 - How to Franchise Your Business (Part A)
Description: Selling franchises can be an excellent way to expand a successful business. Offering expert help in New York, New Jersey and nationwide, business and franchise attorney Charles N. Internicola is ready to answer your questions about franchise, national and international trademarks, and any critical business matters that may arise. Contact us today – 1-800-976-4904
Frequent Questions for Franchisor Services:
- What is a trade name?
- What are the NY/NJ laws for bulk sales? Do I have to notify the state and if so, when?
- What happens during the franchise disclosure process?
- What is an "Affiliate" under the Federal Franchise Rule?
- Why is it Important to Understand the meaning of an "Affiliate" when Preparing your Franchise Disclosure Document and Renewing your Franchise Registration?
- What do trademarks cover?
- What Is A Franchise Royalty?
- What information does the FDD include?
- What is a "trade secret" in a franchise agreement?
- What is a "non-compete agreement" in a franchise agreement?
- What Are My Rights Under The Franchise Agreement With Regard To Territory, Royalties, etc.?
- What kind of financial statements do I need for my FDD?
- Does Extending or Renewing a Franchise Agreement trigger a Franchisor's FDD Disclosure Obligation.
- Does the transfer of an existing franchise trigger a franchisor's FDD disclosure obligations.
- How Are Trademarks Enforced?
- Where do I register a franchise in Indiana?
- Do trademarks expire?
- Where do I register a franchise in California?
- Where do I register a franchise in Hawaii?
- Where do I register a franchise in Illinois?
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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