Franchising

Hardwicke is the leading chambers for Franchising in the country and the team has been in many of the high profile franchising cases in recent years. We also hold the Hardwicke Annual Franchising Seminar for professional and franchise clients which has become a key event in the franchising calendar.

We act for Franchisors and Franchisees across the range of franchising disputes, including misrepresentation, renewal and termination of franchise agreements, derogation from grant, internet sales and the enforcement of restrictive covenants. Our team includes specialist practitioners in intellectual property who can assist in all aspects of brand protection, passing off and trade mark infringement. Hardwicke’s breadth of specialist practitioners means that we can offer a full service to franchising clients.

The nature of franchising business often requires urgent action. All of our barristers are experienced in obtaining injunctions, on an emergency basis, where appropriate, and prepare for speedy trials, on a very short timetable. We can also handle group actions arising from franchising, whether in litigation or pre-action. We are keenly aware of our clients’ commercial objectives and that these are often best achieved out of court.  Our barristers are experienced in all aspects of mediation and other forms of ADR.

Our barristers frequently undertake non-contentious advisory work. We can advise on the terms and drafting of Franchise Agreements, together with Distribution and Agency agreements. We have also advised on restructuring franchised businesses and franchisor buy-out.

If you would like more information on how Hardwicke’s franchising barristers can help, please call our friendly and professional practice managers on 020 7242 2523 or e-mail enquiries@hardwicke.co.uk.

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