At TLT, we support clients at every stage of their franchising journey delivering clear, commercially focused legal advice. Our multi-disciplinary franchising team brings together expertise across commercial contracts, corporate investment, IP, real estate, and regulatory law.
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The National Franchise Exhibition
Supporting franchise growth at every stage
In the rapidly evolving franchising sector, our award-winning team provides specialist advice and support to clients across the UK and internationally.
We advise FTSE-listed companies and nationally recognised brands across a broad spectrum of franchising matters. Our client portfolio spans retail, leisure, food and drink, technology, emerging start-ups, as well as globally established franchise networks.
We deliver commercially focused, strategic guidance to businesses seeking growth through franchising. We support every stage of the franchise lifecycle, from drafting robust franchise agreements and safeguarding brand assets, to developing operational manuals and advising on data protection, marketing, and structural frameworks.
National reach, international capability
We ensure your franchise arrangements are designed to protect and enhance your brand, advising on issues related to rolling out concepts both in the UK and internationally. Our offices are based in Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London and Manchester. We also develop strategic partnerships with like-minded international firms, enabling us to offer our clients expert advice in jurisdictions outside of the UK.
Our franchise expertise
Our expertise includes advising on the most effective legal structures for expansion, including:
- Unit franchises
- Master franchises
- Development agreements
- Joint ventures
- Manchises
- Subordinated equity models
We draft, review and negotiate franchise agreements with a focus on clarity and risk mitigation, helping clients navigate legal complexities and avoid unexpected challenges.
As a full-service law firm, we also support the wider legal needs of franchisors and franchisees, including:
- Trade mark registration and portfolio management
- Real estate
- Licensing
- Regulatory compliance
- Dispute management
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Whether you are launching a franchise network, expanding into new markets, reviewing your existing franchise arrangements or managing a dispute, our experienced franchising team can help.
Get in touch with us to discuss your plans and find out how our specialist legal advice can support your business at every stage of its franchising journey.
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