The Internicola Law Firm ranked first in the nation for franchise legal services in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2025 Top Franchise Suppliers List.
The Internicola Law Firm, a nationally recognized franchise law firm serving clients across all 50 states, has been ranked #1 for Franchise Legal Services in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2025 Top Franchise Suppliers List.
This prestigious recognition is based on over 1,100 survey responses from franchisors across 13 supplier categories, with legal services consistently being one of the most competitive. Internicola Law Firm’s #1 ranking highlights its dedication to helping entrepreneurs and franchisors structure, launch, and grow winning franchise systems.
“Our mission has always been simple: help franchisors win big at franchising,” said Charles N. Internicola, Founder and Managing Partner of The Internicola Law Firm. “This ranking validates not only our legal expertise but also our commitment to aligning legal structure with franchise growth strategy. We’re proud to be recognized as the nation’s leading franchise law firm.”
A Proven Franchise Law Firm for Growth-Focused Brands
For over 13 years, The Internicola Law Firm has specialized exclusively in franchising, representing more than 350 franchise brands nationwide. Its team of franchise lawyers, growth advisors, and compliance experts deliver fixed-fee legal services including:
- Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) drafting and structuring
- Multi-state franchise registration and compliance (through the firm’s proprietary FranIQ® platform)
- Trademark registration and brand protection
- Ongoing franchise growth counsel
Internicola has been recognized on Entrepreneur’s Top Franchise Suppliers List for seven years running — six consecutive years in the Top 5 — but 2025 marks its highest honor yet: #1 in the nation for franchise legal services.
“Our combination of legal precision, systemized compliance, and growth alignment has made us a trusted partner for franchisors nationwide,” said Melissa Castoro, Director of Brand Strategy at The Internicola Law Firm. “We don’t just draft documents — we help build the legal and strategic foundation for thriving franchise systems.”
Beyond Legal: Franchise Growth Counsel and Innovation
Entrepreneur’s recognition also spotlighted Internicola’s innovation through its FranIQ® compliance dashboard, which gives franchisors real-time visibility into filings, deadlines, and registrations, and its FranCamp® franchise growth bootcamps, designed to accelerate franchise brand success.
By combining legal services with growth advisory, Internicola has set itself apart from traditional law firms and consultants, helping franchisors not only stay compliant but also strategically positioned for scale.
See the complete rankings for Entrepreneur’s 2025 Top Franchise Suppliers List here.