

The Franchise & Business Lawyers is a premier law firm located in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, delivering comprehensive franchise and business law solutions to franchisors, franchisees, and business owners across Australia and internationally. The practice excels in franchising law, with deep expertise in the Franchising Code of Conduct and Australian Competition and Consumer Law. Our services encompass the preparation and review of franchise and licence agreements and disclosure documents, along with the establishment of new franchise systems. We provide electronic disclosure, assist with restructuring and rebranding, and manage the sale or purchase of franchise systems. Our firm conducts Australian Consumer Law audits and reviews, ensuring advertising and marketing compliance. Dispute resolution and fixed-fee contract reviews are key components of our offering. For business owners, we offer guidance on business sales and purchases, lease reviews and negotiations, and business structuring across companies, trusts, sole traders, and partnerships. We handle shareholders’ and share sale agreements, commercial contracts, and licence and distributorship agreements. Dispute resolution is also an integral part of our services. Led by Elizabeth Gore-Jones, a seasoned lawyer practising since 1994, our firm is committed to delivering timely, commercial outcomes while prioritising accessible and direct client service.
The Franchise & Business Lawyers provides comprehensive legal services tailored to the needs of franchisors, franchisees, and business owners. With a focus on franchising law and compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct and Australian Competition and Consumer Law, the firm excels in drafting and reviewing franchise agreements, establishing new franchise systems, and conducting compliance audits. They also support effective dispute resolution and advise on the sale or purchase of franchise systems, ensuring clients navigate the complexities of franchising successfully. In addition to franchising, the firm offers robust business law services, covering areas such as business sales and purchases, lease negotiations, and structuring options for various business types. Their expertise includes drafting commercial contracts, shareholders’ agreements, and distributorship agreements, while also providing guidance on compliance with Australian Consumer Law. The firm is committed to delivering practical, timely solutions that align with their clients’ strategic objectives, backed by Elizabeth Gore-Jones's extensive legal experience.
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