Franchising solicitors
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Contact our teamSupporting franchisors and franchisees in using a shared business model and identity
- Being part of franchised business can have significant benefits for both franchisors and franchisees, as your clients and customers will value an established brand.
- We have a dedicated team of franchise expert lawyers who have a wealth of experience in advising both franchisors and franchisees both locally and nationally.
If you are franchisor and operate within a franchised business model, then protecting the value of your brand and its unique way of working is critical. We will ensure that your commercial agreements are clear so that all parties understand and benefit from being part of your franchise. If you are a franchisee, we can advise you on all stages of your franchise journey, from reviewing your franchise agreement, advising on day-to-day issues, right through to selling your business.
What is franchising?
Franchising is a business model where one party (the franchisor) grants another party (the franchisee) the right to operate a business using its brand name, systems, and support. In return, the franchisee typically pays initial and ongoing fees. This allows businesses to expand more quickly while maintaining brand consistency.
What is franchising law?
Franchising law is a set of legal regulations that govern the relationship between a franchisor and a franchisee. It covers areas such as disclosure requirements, franchise agreements, intellectual property rights, and termination and renewal of franchise agreements.
Expert legal services for franchisors
We advise businesses who are thinking about franchising their business, established franchisors with an extensive franchisee network and franchisors looking to sell their network. We offer guidance and assistance at each stage of the franchising journey including:
- Advice on franchising your business – advising on and drafting the pilot franchise agreement
- Drafting confidentiality agreements, pre-franchise agreements and franchise agreements
- Advice on protecting your brand – intellectual property advice including trademarks, patents and copyright
- Managing and updating existing agreements
- Assisting with franchisee exits and resales
- Getting your franchise ready for sale.
Our multi-disciplinary approach means that we can provide advice on all areas of your franchise operation, including intellectual property (IP), corporate, employment, property and dispute advice.
Additional services for franchisors include:
- Breach of confidentiality
- Damage to the franchisor’s brand by the franchisee
- Ancillary documentation e.g. shareholder agreements
- Property law advice
- Employment law advice
- Dispute resolution
We offer a complete service right the way through a franchising partnership and can always be on hand should you require ad-hoc advice.
Expert legal services for franchisees
Services for franchisees include:
- Advice on the purchase of a new or existing franchise business
- A fixed fee report on your franchise agreement
- Property and lease advice
- Employment law advice
- Disputes with franchisor
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Why choose our franchising solicitors?
Moore Barlow boasts a dedicated team of expert lawyers with deep experience advising both franchisors and franchisees across the UK. Whether you’re launching a new franchise model, reviewing franchise agreements, or managing regulatory disclosures, our lawyers bring sector-specific insight and clarity to every stage.
From pre-sale advice and drafting disclosure documentation to ongoing operations and exit or sale planning, we guide clients through every phase. Franchisees benefit from thorough agreement reviews, assistance with day‑to‑day franchisor issues, and exit advice, ensuring legal and commercial protection.
Our partners are directly involved from the outset, delivering practical and commercially focused legal advice. This ensures strategic alignment with your business goals and avoids unnecessary complexity — ideal for entrepreneurs and established brands alike.
With offices in London, Richmond, Southampton, Guildford, Lymington, and Woking, we combine national reach with local accessibility. Clients receive partner-led support and seamless coordination across locations, backed by a collaborative, cross-office practice.
Who our franchising solicitors can support
Moore Barlow is a full-service law firm with extensive experience across a broad range of sectors, and our solicitors are consistently recognised in legal directories such as Legal 500 and Chambers for their expertise.
Our dedicated franchising team advises both franchisors and franchisees across industries including health and fitness, education, fashion, travel, and food and beverage. We understand the unique legal and commercial challenges within each sector and provide tailored advice to support sustainable growth.
To offer clients a fully integrated service, we work closely with trusted professionals such as franchise consultants, accountants, and property advisors. This collaborative approach ensures our clients benefit from comprehensive support—whether launching a new franchise model, acquiring premises, or managing resales.
Through our legal expertise and access to experienced third-party specialists, we deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that help clients navigate every stage of the franchising journey with confidence.
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If you’re looking for expert legal advice on franchising, our dedicated team is here to help. Whether you’re a franchisor expanding your network or a franchisee exploring new opportunities, we offer clear, practical guidance tailored to your business needs.
Get in touch with our franchising solicitors today to discuss your plans in confidence. You can call us, email us, or use our online enquiry form — and one of our specialists will be in touch promptly.
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