Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Franchises
Restaurant franchises exist in almost every state, city, and town in the U.S. Mulcahy LLP provides counsel and representation to a wide range of national and regional restaurant chains, wineries, early-stage restaurant ventures, packaged food companies, importers, distilleries, licensors, manufacturing companies, and franchisors.
As experienced franchise lawyers, Mulcahy LLP can help determine whether owning a Restaurant franchise is the right fit for you. We have the knowledge needed to help clients identify the risks involved in buying a franchise. We can also provide clients with comprehensive legal guidance throughout their business endeavor. When franchisees are ready to sell their business or want to get out of a franchise contract, we can facilitate the sale or initiate discussions with the franchiser.
Our clients include people interested in buying:
- Casual Dining Establishments Franchises
- Fast Food Chain Franchises
- Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Franchises
- Ice Cream Shop Franchises
Representative Transactions:
- Corporate & Securities
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Class Action Defense
- Gift Cards and Prepaid Cards
- Alcoholic Beverage Licensing and Regulatory Work
- Protection of Intellectual Property Rights and Brand Licensing
- Insurance Coverage
- Franchising
- Employment & Labor
- Litigation
Restaurant franchises are a profitable and stable business. You will provide consumers with a convenient and sought-after service. If you interested in learning more about owning and operating a restaurant franchise, contact us to schedule a consultation.
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