Do You Need Help with a Franchise Agreement? We Can Help.

Franchise law is a maze. Hanlon Niemann’s experienced lawyers will protect you in this complicated field of law.

Franchise agreements are long, detailed and full of fine print. They are always written for the benefit of the franchisor, never you, the prospective franchisee. The franchise fees are often high and the demands for additional weekly/monthly/quarterly contributions for miscellaneous expenses (i.e. marketing, promotion, royalties, etc.) significant.

Before you commit yourself to a franchise, let us review the paperwork in detail. We'll identify areas of potential risk and financial commitment and disclose issues in the agreement that may be of concern. Then we'll let you know if the agreement is in compliance with New Jersey's franchise laws. Our job is not to tell you whether or not to commit to a franchise, but rather inform you of what your rights, obligations and responsibilities are under the agreement. Then it's up to you to decide. We'll help you negotiate better terms with the franchisor or give you a memorandum from which you can further negotiate the agreement on your own.

Knowing the details and fine print of a customarily (very) long franchise agreement your about to sign is the biggest part of becoming a franchisee. We've counseled clients on franchises as different (for example) as fast food restaurants, home and automobile services, mail and packing, retail businesses, technology, communications, fitness centers, children’s education, e-commerce and yes even home repair franchises. We've reviewed the documents and advised countless small business owners, retirees, second career persons and entrepreneurs on what all the paperwork means.

See us before you make a costly and irreversible commitment. Call and ask for Mr. Niemann at 732-863-9900 or e-mail Mr. Niemann at fniemann@hnlawfirm.com to arrange an in person discussion of your prospective franchise.