Manning Fulton helps foreign franchisors expand their franchise systems into the United States. Our attorneys guide clients through the U.S. franchise law framework and help them structure their expansion strategy in a way that supports compliance and long-term growth. Our work includes matters involving:

• U.S. franchise expansion strategy
• U.S. franchise disclosure requirements
• Franchise agreements for U.S. operations
• State franchise registration and compliance issues
• Adaptation of international franchise systems for the U.S. market
• Coordination with business, tax, trademark, and corporate counsel when needed

Our attorneys help clients evaluate foreign market entry strategies, understand applicable legal requirements, and structure relationships with international franchisees, area developers, master franchisees, licensees, or joint venture partners. Our attorneys assist with:

• International franchise expansion planning
• Foreign franchise disclosure law compliance
• Market entry strategy
• International franchise relationship structures
• Coordination with local franchise counsel
• Practical guidance on cultural, regulatory, and business relationship issues

Manning Fulton prepares and negotiates agreements designed to support global franchise growth while protecting the client’s brand and business interests. Our work includes:

• International franchise agreements
• Joint venture transactions
• License agreements
• Foreign investment transactions
• Manufacturing agreements
• Distribution agreements
• Master franchise and area development arrangements

Franchise disclosure and registration laws vary significantly across jurisdictions. Manning Fulton advises franchisors on compliance with foreign franchise disclosure laws and related international regulatory requirements. Our attorneys assist with:

• Foreign franchise disclosure law compliance
• Jurisdiction-specific franchise law analysis
• International regulatory strategy
• Coordination with local franchise practitioners
• Compliance planning for cross-border franchise expansion
• Review of disclosure obligations and market-specific requirements

A successful international franchise system depends on the ability to protect trademarks and other intellectual property across markets. Manning Fulton helps clients identify and address intellectual property issues that arise in cross-border franchising and licensing. Our attorneys assist with:

• Trademark protection
• Brand protection strategy
• Protection of other intellectual property
• Licensing of trademarks and system assets
• Coordination with local intellectual property counsel
• IP-related provisions in international franchise and license agreements

Manning Fulton helps clients evaluate rights and remedies under international agreements and pursue practical strategies to protect their interests. Our work includes matters involving:

• Enforcement of international agreements
• Disputes involving international franchise relationships
• Cross-border contract issues
• Coordination with local counsel on enforcement strategy
• Risk management for international franchise systems

Manning Fulton leverages relationships with international franchise practitioners to identify competent local franchise counsel to assist with legal requirements in other jurisdictions. This network helps clients receive practical guidance that reflects both local law and the broader goals of the franchise system. Our attorneys help clients coordinate:

• Local franchise counsel
• Local intellectual property counsel
• Foreign regulatory guidance
• Jurisdiction-specific legal requirements
• Cross-border transaction support
• International franchise practitioner networks