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Welcome to
our Law Services section where we provide a comprehensive directory of
legal resources for entrepreneurs searching franchise assistance.
Our law links
are recommended for perspective franchisees. It is generally recommended
to meet with a law professional when considering a franchise purchase.
This is a time when you should consult with a professional who will work
in your best interest, and is qualified to review, comment and negotiate
on your behalf.
In most
cases, we feel a lawyer is vital when considering a franchise purchase.
The issues surrounding such a complex area of law, combined with the variable
of the dynamic associations that exists in the franchise relationship
necessitates the assistance of a qualified lawyer. Here we carefully use
the term "qualified," since a lawyer whose practice consists
of simple wills and no-fault divorce will not give you the level of advice
that is necessary to enter the franchise industry.
Our law links
and banners represent law firms that specialize, or have made a commitment
to this specialty, and most are highly qualified to review and assist
you in your negotiations with a franchisor. How much negotiating will
the franchise do? How many lawsuits have they had? What happens when the
franchise agreement runs out? Can they raise my royalty at any time? What
if they say I am a poor operator, what are my rights?
There are
an infinite number of questions that can arise from the decision to become
a franchise owner and this list of qualified law professionals can help
level the playing field.
Legal Assistance
Mr
Wijaya R. Sivanathan
Sam & Wijaya, Advocates & Solicitors,
127A Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068596
Tel: (65) 62256300, Fax: (65) 62240882
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