What? I am a Franchise!? What Do I Do Now?

Most people think they know a franchise when they see one, but oftentimes franchise relationships may disguise themselves as a trademark license or as a distribution agreement. If in fact these relationships satisfy the definition of a franchise, what are the implications to the respective parties?

This workshop will explore the benefits and burdens of entering into a franchise relationship and how to identify the definitional requirements that trigger a franchise relationship, coupled with any safe harbors from compliance obligations that may be available to would-be franchisors.

Key topics to be discussed:

• What presale compliance requirements must be undertaken before a lawful franchise relationship may be created?
• What are the risks to a franchisor for failing to comply with franchise regulations?
• Once the franchise relationship is created, what are the ongoing responsibilities of both parties?
• What international franchise laws are implicated in cross-border franchise relationships?

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