Franchising

The Lindsays franchising team advises both Franchisors and Franchisees and is well placed to assist with all your legal needs.

The latest NatWest/BFA franchise survey reveals that the franchising sector remains a bright spark within the economy. Despite recessionary pressures, Scottish franchising businesses now boast a record turnover of £800 million in an industry that is now worth £11.4 billion in the UK. What is even more impressive is the fact that the number of franchises trading profitably (90%) is unchanged from last year.

If you want to take up your own franchise opportunity or alternatively if you want to expand your business through a franchise network Lindsays is well placed to assist. We offer all our clients:

Commitment to the sector
Our dedicated franchising team and affiliation to the British Franchise Association as a professional franchising advisor illustrates our commitment to the sector. With vast experience in acting for both Franchisors and Franchisees we offer not only expertise in franchising law but also knowledge of the wider business issues that will affect you.

Support every step of the way
We help our clients develop and run successful franchisee businesses and as a full-service firm we can advise you every step of the way.

Advice tailored to your needs
We understand the commitment required and risks involved with any franchising operation. We therefore focus on providing commercial solutions that protect your interests and best fit your personal requirements.

The experience of our Franchising team includes:

• drafting and reviewing franchise agreements
• lease and sublease arrangements
• all manner of employment concerns
• litigation and dispute resolution
• intellectual property advice
• trademark advice
• finance advice

Testimonials
“We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending both Lindsays and Gail to any franchisor that chooses them to look after their legal interests. They will benefit greatly.”
Mark O’Neill, Finance Director, O’Briens Irish Sandwich Bars

“Lindsays have been advising BB’s for 5 years, throughout which time we have been extremely happy with their performance and commercial approach. We have also valued their knowledge and experience of issues affecting franchising.”
Phil Abbott, Managing Director, BB’s coffee and muffins

“We are very happy to have engaged the services of Lindsays with our first Scottish Franchisee in Glasgow. They took a proactive approach from the outset by keeping the franchisee and, where appropriate, the franchisor informed of the content and progress of both the lease and franchise agreement.

Their understanding of franchising and the fact they could offer a one stop service to the franchisee created a smooth transition with all departments clearly working well together. The nature of the deal brought about some very tight deadlines and Lindsays proved their willingness and ability to meet our demands allowing our franchisee to complete at very short notice.

We would be more than happy to have Lindsays represent future franchisees.”
Gerry Carey, Regional Development Franchisor, The Streat