These strategic alliances enable these independent businesses to work towards their common goal of entering and then expanding their presence in a particular market.

Wolff & Samson offers expertise in the representation of established franchisors as well as businesses seeking to penetrate and grow their presence in the marketplace through franchising.

Franchising is a highly regulated method of business expansion; as such, both the federal government and many states have enacted regulations and disclosure requirements that govern the franchise relationship. Wolff & Samson guides its clients through these regulatory waters, so that from the outset, the franchise is established and then operates in compliance with applicable federal and state mandates.

In considering a franchise structure, we analyze each client's business objectives to determine whether, in fact, the franchise model is the best approach to achieve those goals, or whether an alternative growth plan would be better suited to the client's needs and resources.

We are well equipped to:

• Prepare all documents for filing with both federal and state regulators including but not limited to the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), the Franchise Agreement and Area Development Agreement.
• Address with state regulators issues involving initial and ongoing registration procedures and requirements.
• Provide continuing evaluation of the franchise model as the appropriate form of doing business.
• Handle all disputes arising out of the franchise relationship, including negotiation, and where necessary, litigation or arbitration of disputes.