Franchise Law in Portland, Oregon
Du Val Business Law PC - Representing Franchisors and Franchisees
Franchising can be an exhilarating experience - when all goes well. We're here to help make sure our clients fully understand what franchising is all about before signing on the dotted line.
For potential franchisees, we provide opportunity and contract analysis - and we often do a lot of talking together - so you know exactly what you're getting into. And we do this for one low, flat fee.
For entrepreneurs, we help structure your business to make it an attractive and successful franchise opportunity.
Call 1.866.601.9440 or e-mail us to discuss your franchising issues.
Outside the practice of law, our attorneys founded, managed, nurtured, grew, bought, sold and invested in businesses of their own. Given that experience, we know what you want, need and expect from your lawyer. More importantly, we know how to deliver it.
- We never charge clients for brief telephone conversations.
- We respond promptly to messages - within the day if we can help it.
- We don't perform (or charge for) tasks that our clients don't need.
- We give reliable cost estimates so you can budget accordingly.
We're also experienced with litigation arising from disputes over franchise agreements and help business owners avoid problems with employment law.
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- Here's what we'll do: after you bring in your Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and Franchise Agreement, we'll spend about 3-5 hours reviewing it - usually concluding in just a few days. Then we'll have a second meeting and examine potential red flags that you will want to know about.
- If you're still interested in the franchise, we'll discuss the obligations you're committing to and any lifestyle changes you should expect. Then we'll start negotiating a new, fairer Franchise Agreement, if necessary.
- Understand, buying into a franchise has to do with much more than just franchise law - it's about finding a good match. Personalities, tolerance for risk, and entrepreneurial desire drive the selection of finding the perfect franchise for YOU. We suggest you read our "Ten Steps to Success in Franchising."
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- You've started a business and have built a strong brand identity - now you'd like to turn it into a franchise and reap some extra reward. Franchising is a common method by which you can expand your business and maximize the return on your investment.
- But you must do it correctly. Franchise law can be quite complicated - particularly if you intend to cross state lines. We can handle the legal side - like drafting your Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and Franchise Agreement - but we can also do a lot more.
- We can give you guidance in selling your franchise to potential franchisees and in evaluating and potentially improving your business model. Our knowledge of franchising and experience with business generally will help yours flourish.
For a free consultation to discuss franchising, call 1.866.601.9440 or contact us online.
Check us out first. Call us up to chat a bit about your franchising goals. We'll let you take the lead: If you get a sense that we're able to help then you can set up an appointment to come in for an office visit.
To say we're committed to the development of long-term relationships with our clients is an understatement. Our goal is to become your lifelong legal advisor - starting with examining your franchise opportunity.
