Macpherson Kelley are trusted business advisors as much as lawyers, with expertise in all areas of franchising. We have helped businesses expand their operations locally, nationally and internationally, as well as international franchisors looking to launch in Australia.
Our experienced team provides clients with strategic and insightful advice and make recommendations they can act on with confidence. Our lawyers work on the full spectrum of franchising matters including:
Services
· Advertising, marketing and asset review
· Consumer protection legislation
· Dispute resolution and litigation
· Drafting franchise, dealer and licence agreements
· Employment, safety and migration
· Enforcement of contracts and restraints
· Establishing business models and distribution networks
· Franchising Code of Conduct compliance
· Intellectual Property, including trade marks and brands
· Lease and property advice
· Licensing, reseller agency and other distribution options
· Mergers and acquisitions
· Negotiating asset and share sales, joint ventures and partnerships
· Privacy, data collection, compliance and cross-border data deals
· Product warranties and recalls
· Structuring and tax