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Question: Who is responsible for the legal documentation in a franchise?

Answer:

A specialist franchise solicitor or a commercial lawyer.

Before actively recruiting franchisees, it is essential for a franchisor to have good quality legal documentation prepared by a solicitor who is experienced with both the legal and commercial subtleties of franchising. A comprehensively drafted Franchise Agreement is the foundation of every franchisor’s business. This is not just a technical exercise suitable for any general practicing lawyer, so you must always approach a Franchise Lawyer or a commercial lawyer with franchise experience to assist with drafting or reviewing your Franchise Agreement. 

Masao Watanabe

Answered by Masao Watanabe

Masao is a franchise lawyer. After completing a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of New South Wales in 2009, Masao pursued a degree in law, graduating in 2014 with a Juris Doctor from the University of Sydney. Previously Masao has worked in several franchises as well as in finance.

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