Description
Franchising is an effective way for brand owners to achieve rapid expansion through franchisee investment. But although widely utilized across a variety of industries, franchising is not without its legal risks.
Federal and state franchise laws can apply to a surprisingly broad spectrum of contractual arrangements, making it crucial for attorneys to remain vigilant and avoid creating “accidental franchises.” Regulatory issues and shifting trends – such as the NLRB’s expanded joint employer rule, increasing investment by private equity firms in both franchisees and franchisors, and the rise of alternate channels of distribution – also create opportunities and pitfalls in drafting and negotiating franchise agreements.
Join us for this essential webcast and gain the knowledge and tools to create effective franchise agreements. Get a comprehensive review of the regulatory framework governing franchising in the U.S., an expert analysis of current issues affecting the drafting and negotiation of franchise agreements, and practical strategies to mitigate the risks of the “accidental franchise.”
Topics to be addressed include:
- Federal and State Franchise Sales and Relationship Laws: Understand the legal landscape and how to ensure compliance.
- Avoiding the “Accidental Franchise”: Discover common pitfalls and learn how to craft agreements to avoid creating unintentional franchise liability.
- Joint Employer Liability: Learn drafting strategies to address the risk of joint employer liability under the expanded NLRB rule.
- Private Equity and Franchising: Identify key adjustments to standard franchise provisions to accommodate institutional investors.
- Alternate Channels of Distribution: Examine franchisor’s reserved rights and the impact of emerging distribution channels.
This webcast is designed for business lawyers, franchise attorneys, and other professionals who advise business clients involved in franchising or who are looking to expand their practice in that area.