Industry

Franchise Systems

From first franchise to national system — complete franchise legal counsel.

The Landscape

With Harold Kestenbaum — one of North America's top franchise lawyers, focused exclusively on franchise law since 1977 — as Of Counsel, Shah Grossi's franchise practice is among the most experienced available anywhere. We work with emerging and established franchisors across industries, helping them build legally sound systems that grow.

Key Legal Challenges

  • Preparing FDDs that meet federal and state disclosure requirements
  • Registering in the 16 states that require franchise registration
  • Drafting franchise agreements that protect the system while attracting strong franchisees
  • Managing franchisee compliance, renewals, and terminations
  • Expanding internationally through master franchise and licensing arrangements

How We Help

01

FDD preparation and annual updates

02

State franchise registration in all registration states

03

Franchise agreement drafting and negotiation

04

Area development and multi-unit agreements

05

Franchisee compliance programs and operations manuals

06

International franchise expansion and licensing

Related Practice Areas

Franchise & Distribution

Develop. Disclose. Expand.

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Intellectual Property

Protect. Register. License. Enforce.

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Business & Corporate Law

Formation. Governance. Transactions. Exit.

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Contracts

Draft. Review. Negotiate. Enforce.

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Real Estate & Commercial Leasing

Negotiate. Structure. Protect.

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