International Franchise Attorney
I am international franchise lawyer Mario L. Herman. I offer comprehensive counsel and exclusive representation to domestic and international franchisees in countries all over the world, including China, Poland, Canada, Australia, Russia and Mexico.
No matter where in the world your franchise is located, I can provide knowledgeable guidance and experienced representation. Contact me for experienced, skilled legal assistance from a U.S. franchise attorney.
Handling International Franchise Issues
I can help you with every aspect of your international franchise, including:
- International franchise law : including developmental, contractual or encroachment issues with regard to international franchises
- U.S. franchise law : franchise regulation of laws involving misrepresentation or other unfair or deceptive acts
- Immigration issues : advice regarding immigration issues in the U.S. and abroad regarding your franchise
- Product/trade name franchising : franchisor owns right to name or trademark and sells that right to a franchisee (i.e., petroleum distributors or soft drink bottlers such as Coke and Pepsi)
- Business format franchising : a franchise owner benefits from a broad and ongoing relationship that takes on the successful marketing concept that exists between the franchisee and franchisor (i.e., convenience stores and hotels)
- Master franchises : review of master franchise agreements for having a country-wide franchise in a foreign country
- Franchise transactions : negotiating, reviewing and drafting franchise agreements
- Choosing a franchise : advising clients on choosing the right franchise and analyzing franchise documents
- Owning a franchise : a franchisor has failed to honor its contract, or the corporation has allowed another franchisee to encroach on your territory
- Buying a franchise : protecting yourself from unscrupulous or poorly managed franchisors who may not have your best interest at heart when you're buying a small business or franchise
- Buying a U.S. franchise as a foreigner : recognizing the strength of a brand, understanding international franchise law and knowing the termination agreements
- Operating a franchise : franchise management, franchise business consulting
- Selling a franchise : termination of franchise lease, getting out of a non-compete agreement
International Trade Work
In addition to helping clients with international franchise issues, I also advise clients regarding international trade law. This includes foreign corrupt practices act and export controls (EAR). I also provide consulting services for business abroad and regularly consult with clients in China.
Dispute Resolution Methods
- Arbitration : including for contract issues and franchise agreement disputes
- Mediation : involves a third-party neutral for a solution to franchisee business problems
- Litigation : when mediation and arbitration fail, taking franchise disputes to trial may be the only way to fully resolve the issue
Contact Mario L. Herman — U.S. Franchise Business Consulting Lawyer
If you are currently in a franchise relationship, contact me, Mario Herman, international franchises lawyer, for new franchisor opportunities or if you face problems with a U.S. franchisor.
