Legal Services

By the time you need legal advice to see if a franchise is right for you, you've come a long way in the evaluation process. Enlist the expertise of a franchise attorney or legal consultant. These experienced legal service businesses have the knowledge to guide you through all the legal processes of buying a franchise business. Initially you have done your own research investigating franchise brands and industries; you've had several phone interviews with selected franchisors; verified that your finances are up to par; run the idea by your family and trusted mentors/friends; and honed in on a handful of brands, perhaps even one. You may already have attended a Discovery Day. What's next? Until now, your research has been pretty inexpensive. However, before investing a lot of money to become a franchisee, it's time to open up your checkbook and be prepared to spend some on a lawyer. But not just any lawyer as Franchise law is specialized. It differs from other areas of business law. So even if you have a trusted attorney you've been working with for years, you'll need a lawyer with expertise and experience in franchising. Franchise lawyer specialize in different areas. Some represent only franchisors, some franchisees, some both. Some are sole entrepreneurs, and some work for large firms with offices around the globe. And some specialize in specific industries, such as food, lodging, services, or B2B. So find yourself an attorney or a law firm that specializes in representing franchisees, and one preferably well versed in the industry you've chosen. Check out our listings of legal services franchises on Franchise Clique.