International Franchise Mediation Lawyer in Washington, D.C.

Once a franchise relationship is made official by contract, unanticipated events can lead to disputes. However, unlike disputes which arise when franchisors and franchisees are in the same country, a dispute involving two different legal systems, as in international franchise law, can be difficult and costly for all involved.

Franchise mediation is one alternative dispute resolution method to traditional litigation or arbitration. Most franchisors don't want to get caught up in the courts of a foreign market, and rather prefer their own legal system where the court recognizes the judgment and moves on.

I am international franchise mediation attorney Mario L. Herman. For many years I have assisted foreign-based franchisees who face problems with a domestic franchisor seek efficient, effective resolution of their business problems. Contact me to discuss your situation during an initial consultation.

What Is Franchise Mediation?

Mediation is a well-recognized and effective contract dispute resolution method with regard to both U.S. and international franchise law. During this process, a certified mediator will facilitate (or mediate) discussion between the two parties. While the mediator may suggest possible resolutions, the ultimate resolution is controlled by the franchisee and the franchisor.

The benefits to franchise mediation are numerous and include:

• Parties have control over the final outcome
• Franchise mediation is less costly than litigation
• Resolving franchise agreement disputes through mediation is usually much faster than going to court
• Franchise mediation is less adversarial and preserves business relationships

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The Federal Trade Commission prevents unfair competition methods and unfair trade practices or deceptive acts in violation of the Federal Trade Commission Act. Business fraud and disparagement are examples of torts in violation. Mediation can help you resolve disputes relating to these and other matters.

If you are a foreign-based franchisee in an existing system and you are facing problems with a domestic franchisor, contact me, Mario L. Herman, to discuss the possibility of franchise mediation.