Franchise disputes arise from the complex contractual relationships between franchisors and franchisees — relationships governed by franchise agreements, operating manuals, territorial exclusivity provisions, and applicable franchise disclosure and relationship laws. These matters may involve claims of wrongful termination, failure to satisfy performance standards, disputed royalty and fee calculations, encroachment on territorial rights, and alleged misrepresentations in franchise offering documents. Licensing disputes present analogous issues in the context of intellectual property licensing, brand licensing arrangements, and technology license agreements, where the rights and obligations of the parties are defined by contract and shaped by applicable intellectual property law.

The complexity of franchise and licensing disputes is amplified by the multi-jurisdictional nature of many franchise networks, the regulatory requirements applicable to franchise sales and operations, and the economic interdependence between franchisors and franchisees. These matters frequently involve injunctive relief — including claims for temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions to prevent termination of franchise operations or enforcement of non-compete provisions — and require counsel who can manage the intersection of contractual analysis, regulatory compliance, and business operations litigation.

• Disputes between franchisors and franchisees involving territorial rights, performance standards, and franchise agreement enforcement
• Claims arising from wrongful termination, non-renewal, and contested transfer of franchise operations
• Licensing disputes involving intellectual property, brand licensing agreements, and technology license arrangements
• Regulatory compliance matters involving franchise disclosure laws and state franchise relationship statutes
• Injunctive relief and emergency proceedings to protect franchise operations or enforce post-termination obligations