Services for franchisors

Our franchise lawyers supporting clients in Shellharbour bring extensive experience across a range of sectors, including property, retail, food service, and equipment hire. We assist franchisors in developing legally sound disclosure documents and comprehensive franchise contracts that reflect the operational demands of each industry. As your franchise network grows or regulations shift, we assist with updating documents to meet current legal requirements. Whether onboarding new franchisees or adapting to legislative updates, we keep your documentation aligned with national standards. Disputes and compliance concerns can arise at any point. Our team helps franchisors with matters such as: Enforcing breaches of the franchise agreement by the franchisee, including acting in court proceedings Assisting with dispute resolution and mediation to resolve disputes between the parties Defending claims of unconscionable conduct or other breaches of the Franchising Code of Conduct Dealing with requests for assignment by the franchisee and documenting the assignment Advising on rights following termination.

Services for franchisees

Buying into a franchise is very different from purchasing an independent business. When you invest in a franchise, you gain access to a recognised brand and a proven business system, but with operational restrictions and defined rules under a contract that typically spans several years. Franchisees do not hold full control over business decisions, including how the business may be transferred or renewed. In many cases, the rights to continue operating may not extend beyond the term of the agreement, which makes it crucial to assess the contract before proceeding. Our Shellharbour franchise lawyers assist new franchisees in reviewing, negotiating, and understanding the terms of their agreement. We also offer support in areas such as structuring your business and addressing finance-related requirements. With a clear understanding of the legal framework, you’ll be better positioned to manage risks and make confident decisions from day one.

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Franchising Law

Franchise Lawyers in Shellharbour

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Franchising Law Specialists

Whether you’re launching a new franchise or managing an established network, we provide legal advice based on your specific circumstances.

Readily Accessible

We offer commercial legal services to clients across Shellharbour. With multiple office locations throughout NSW, our team is easy to reach and responsive to your needs.

Tailored Legal Solutions

Your business deserves more than an off-the-shelf approach. We take the time to understand your operations, challenges and ambitions. The result? Solutions that help you thrive in a competitive landscape.

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Franchise agreements play a critical role in protecting commercial interests. For franchisors, they help preserve brand integrity and maintain consistency across the network. For franchisees, a clear understanding of rights, responsibilities, and operational boundaries is key to long-term success.

Our franchise lawyers assisting clients in Shellharbour work closely with both franchisors and franchisees. With practical experience across all areas of franchising law, we assist in reviewing, preparing, and negotiating agreements, while also resolving disputes as they arise. From initial setup to daily operations and exit strategies, we provide legal solutions that support your business journey.

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Business, Commercial & Corporate

Area of Expertise

How Can Our Franchise Lawyers in Shellharbour Help?

Franchising in Australia is subject to the Franchising Code of Conduct and falls under the regulatory authority of the ACCC. Working within this framework requires a legal team that understands the complexities of commercial arrangements and compliance obligations under the Code.

Our team helps both sides of the franchise relationship make informed decisions, backed by solid legal knowledge. For franchisors, this includes structuring agreements that protect core assets and comply with legal standards. For franchisees, we assist in reviewing disclosure documents, fee structures, intellectual property conditions, and exit clauses.

A standard franchise arrangement involves the licence to operate under an established business model, often using a well-known brand identity. Franchisees typically pay an upfront fee and ongoing contributions for access to systems, branding, and business support.

Whether you're building a franchise network or entering one, it's crucial to understand the terms before signing any documents. Our lawyers offer detailed contract reviews, identify risks, and help you move forward with a strong legal foundation. We bring experience from both franchisor and franchisee perspectives, which helps us deliver advice that’s practical and aligned with your commercial goals.

Services for franchisors
Our franchise lawyers supporting clients in Shellharbour bring extensive experience across a range of sectors, including property, retail, food service, and equipment hire. We assist franchisors in developing legally sound disclosure documents and comprehensive franchise contracts that reflect the operational demands of each industry.

As your franchise network grows or regulations shift, we assist with updating documents to meet current legal requirements. Whether onboarding new franchisees or adapting to legislative updates, we keep your documentation aligned with national standards.

Disputes and compliance concerns can arise at any point. Our team helps franchisors with matters such as:
- Enforcing breaches of the franchise agreement by the franchisee, including acting in court proceedings
- Assisting with dispute resolution and mediation to resolve disputes between the parties
- Defending claims of unconscionable conduct or other breaches of the Franchising Code of Conduct
- Dealing with requests for assignment by the franchisee and documenting the assignment
- Advising on rights following termination.
Services for franchisees

Buying into a franchise is very different from purchasing an independent business. When you invest in a franchise, you gain access to a recognised brand and a proven business system, but with operational restrictions and defined rules under a contract that typically spans several years.

Franchisees do not hold full control over business decisions, including how the business may be transferred or renewed. In many cases, the rights to continue operating may not extend beyond the term of the agreement, which makes it crucial to assess the contract before proceeding.

Our Shellharbour franchise lawyers assist new franchisees in reviewing, negotiating, and understanding the terms of their agreement. We also offer support in areas such as structuring your business and addressing finance-related requirements. With a clear understanding of the legal framework, you’ll be better positioned to manage risks and make confident decisions from day one.