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Strategies for Resolving Conflicts With Your Franchisor
As a franchisee, you entered into an agreement with your franchisor with the expectation of a mutually beneficial business relationship....
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Mar 12, 202410 min read
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Unlocking the Power of Fractional General Counsel for Your Business
As a business owner, you face complex legal issues on a daily basis. From contracts and regulations to employment law and intellectual...
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Mar 8, 20249 min read
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GRATs: A Powerful Estate Planning Tool Explained
As you consider your estate planning, you want to leverage tools that can benefit both you and your heirs. A powerful yet underutilized...
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Jun 25, 202315 min read
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Sell Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide to Maximize Your Profits
Selling your business is a complex and often stressful process. It's important to have the right guidance throughout the process to...
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May 19, 20237 min read
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Understanding the Difference between a Will and a Trust
Making arrangements for estate planning and what happens to your assets after you're gone is really important. This plan can include...
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May 8, 20238 min read
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How to Choose the Right Franchise Opportunity
When choosing a franchise opportunity, it is important to do your due diligence and choose the right franchise for your situation. At...
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May 7, 20238 min read
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The Benefits of Seeking Legal Advice from a Franchisee Attorney
Are you considering becoming a franchisee? The right franchisee attorney can make all the difference in your success. A franchisee...
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May 5, 202312 min read
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How to be a Successful Franchisee - Start With Royalties
Franchisees preparing for success should know their rights and understand the legalities of franchising from the start. One key component...
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May 4, 20237 min read
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Cooperatives vs LLCs: Setting Up Your Business
Setting up your new business is an exciting time, but it's important to pick the right business structure that will suit your needs. One...
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May 3, 20236 min read
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How to Navigate Franchisee-Franchisor Relationships: A Legal Guide
Having an understanding of the legal agreements that underpin the franchisee-franchisor relationship can help both parties navigate the...
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May 2, 20237 min read
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How to Raise Capital for Your Startup (and the Legal Considerations You Should Know About)
How to Raise Capital for Your Startup Raising capital for your startup (or if you are an entertainment industry entrepreneur - your...
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May 2, 202313 min read
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Navigating the Termination of Franchise Agreement: A Guide for Franchisees
As a franchisee, you may have put in countless hours of hard work to establish your business. However, there may come a time when you...
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May 1, 202320 min read
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Ask the Right Questions: An Estate Planning Questionnaire
Why Do You Need an Estate Planning Questionnaire? Estate planning can be an overwhelming and daunting process. It requires careful...
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Apr 30, 202315 min read
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Spotting Disadvantages of Being a Franchisee: How Franchisee Lawyers Help
As a franchisee, there are many disadvantages that you should be aware of and prepare yourself to face when entering into a franchising...
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Apr 30, 20237 min read
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A Consumer’s Guide to Buying a Franchise
Franchising could be your path to the American Dream, this is your guide to buying a franchise As the American economy continues to...
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Apr 29, 20239 min read
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Choosing the Right Business Entity: A Comprehensive Guide
When starting a business, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing the right business entity. Clients call our small...
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Apr 28, 202312 min read
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What to Do if You Receive an IRS Notice of Deficiency
If you've received an IRS Notice of Deficiency, it's important to act quickly and take the necessary steps to resolve the issue. A Notice...
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Apr 27, 20236 min read
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Commercial Lease Agreement: Should You Sign a Lease with a Confession of Judgment for Money?
You finally found that perfect retail office or industrial commercial space for your business...or so you thought, until you got the...
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Apr 26, 20236 min read
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Master Franchisor or Area Developer: Which is the Right Choice for Your Franchise Business?
Making the Right Decision to Grow Your Franchise Business If you're considering expanding your franchise business, you might be wondering...
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Apr 25, 20238 min read
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What is the FDD? A Guide for Franchisees
If you're considering buying a franchise, you've probably come across the term "FDD" in your research. You may have asked yourself, "what...
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Apr 25, 20235 min read
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