Franchise Law and Litigation
At Kaufman, Miller & Sivertsen, P.C., in Atlanta, Georgia, we represent franchisors and franchisees in all phases of a successful franchise relationship. We represent businesses and individuals in the Atlanta metro area, as well as across the State of Georgia and throughout the U.S.
We advise franchising and distribution clients on all aspects of the franchise relationship, including:
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Franchisee obligations
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Franchise policies
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Franchise agreements
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Uniform Franchise Offering Circulars (UFOC)
- Public relations and advertising
- Business operations
- Renewal, termination, transfer, and dispute resolution
- Franchise litigation
Uniform Franchise Offering Circular
At Kaufman, Miller & Sivertsen, P.C., we prepare and register Uniform Franchise Offering Circulars (UFOC) for franchisors seeking to do business nationwide. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires all franchisors to prepare this complex disclosure document and provide a copy to any prospective franchisee. At Kaufman, Miller & Sivertsen, P.C., we will help you make sure that your UFOC complies with FTC and state specific requirements in all states in which you wish to operate.
Franchise Agreement
Franchise agreements, which are drafted by the franchisor, set the terms and conditions that will govern the franchisee’s ownership and operation of the franchise. At Kaufman, Miller & Sivertsen, P.C., we offer assistance in drafting and negotiating franchise agreements and we assist franchisees in the review and negotiation of franchise agreement terms.
Hire an Experienced Georgia Franchise Lawyer
John Sivertsen is the former General Counsel of Arby's Inc. and the former Assistant General Counsel of Burger King Corporation (see attorney profile). He and the other members of Kaufman, Miller & Sivertsen, P.C. can help you with your franchising issue. Contact us today for a consultation.
