Dealing with a dispute quickly before it escalates and the franchisee’s position becomes entrenched is always advisable.
We provide practical, commercially focused advice to help you:
• Address breaches of franchise agreements
• Resolve disputes with franchisees
• Protect your brand and intellectual property
• Maintain strong franchise relationships
Our goal is to help you resolve issues efficiently so you can focus on growing your business.
Disputes may arise over:
• Failure to pay agreed fees or share profits
• Breach of franchise agreement terms
• Misuse of intellectual property
• Failure to follow agreed procedures
• Non-performance of duties and obligations
• Disagreements over termination or exit
• Breach of personal guarantees
• Misrepresentation
We’ll assess your situation and advise on the best course of action—whether that’s negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
We aim to resolve disputes without delay and without the need for court proceedings. Our team will:
• Engage with your franchisee and their legal representatives
• Explore negotiated settlements
• Represent you in mediation where appropriate
Mediation is often the most effective way to resolve franchise disputes. It allows both parties to reach a mutually acceptable agreement and can preserve the working relationship—unlike litigation, which may result in an imposed outcome and long-term damage.
If litigation becomes necessary, you can rely on us for robust representation and strategic advice throughout.
• Specialist franchise law expertise
• Strong track record in dispute resolution
• Commercially focused, proactive approach
• Recognised in The Legal 500 and awarded the Law Society Mark of Excellence
Our specialist commercial lawyers offer a one-stop-shop for legal advice for all types of business – from start-ups to established companies.
All of our lawyers are specialists in their area of law. Book in for an initial discussion where we will discuss all of your options with you.
