New Jersey Franchise Law Attorney
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M. Ross & Associates, LLC, has experience representing franchisees
and franchisors in New Jersey. We offer a full array of franchise law
services revolving around the transactions necessary to establish the
mutual franchise relationship, litigation that may arise during the course
of business and succession planning for franchisees and franchisors alike.
Our New Jersey franchise law attorneys have represented clients in the
negotiation of franchise agreements and handled franchise law issues involving
fast-food chains, convenience stores, auto dealerships, hotel chains,
and other industries. We are equipped to help clients in such areas as:
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Franchise planning: market analysis; choosing the right type of franchise; preparing and reviewing
a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD, formerly known as a Uniform Franchise
Offering Circular or UFOC)
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Franchise contracts: negotiating, drafting and reviewing marketing agreements, distribution
agreements and any other contract affecting the franchisor-franchisee
relationship
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Franchise transactions: forming, purchasing, selling, acquiring or expanding a franchise operation
Franchise Disputes and Litigation in Bergen County
Disputes between franchisees and franchisors may arise during the life
of the business relationship. In these situations, franchisors often have
access to experienced
business litigation attorneys at large firms. Franchisees deserve equally capable representation, which
is what we provide at the Bergen County M. Ross & Associates, LLC.
We offer cost-effective, solutions-oriented representation to franchisees
involved in disputes over:
- Territorial protection and franchise expansion — franchisor putting
in new franchises in close proximity to an established franchisee's location
or trying to prevent expansion by a franchisee
- Attempts by the franchisor to terminate the relationship or not renew the agreement
- Changes in supplier or franchisor policy
- Issues arising when a franchisor is acquired by or merges with another company
- Fraud, misrepresentation or breach of contract
- Violations of securities law, antitrust regulations or franchise law that
the franchisor failed to disclose in the FDD
