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Strategic guidance for expanding or securing your franchise in FRANCE

FRELA lawyers

FMF is a brand of FRELA (www.frela.law) a team of dedicated French attorneys with expertise in master franchising, based in Paris, Bordeaux, Lille, and Biarritz. Operating throughout France, we offer a full range of legal and tax support to franchisors and franchisees alike.

Under the leadership of Benoit Lafourcade, managing partner at Delcade Avocats & Solicitors, a full service law firm in France (Legal500, Chambers & Partners, BestLawyers). As members of the European Lawyers Association (ELA) and the International Bar Association, we are connected to a global network of legal experts. More than 200 clients have already trusted us with their legal needs.

At FRELA, our lawyers are committed to advancing your master franchising goals. With a tailored approach and deep knowledge of franchise law, we ensure support precisely aligned with your unique requirements.

Benoit Lafourcade, with DELCADE Avocats & Solicitors, is mentioned in the following rankings:

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Comprehensive legal solutions for successful master franchising in France

Navigating the complexities of master franchising requires expertise and precision. At FRELA, we provide a tailored suite of services with a particular emphasis on strategic advisory for franchise agreement analysis.

We understand the sophisticated challenges involved in managing a franchise network and have designed our offerings to support you at every phase of your operations. From setup to long-term development, our goal is to provide the legal expertise and strategic insight essential for success.

With deep legal knowledge and a focus on strategic excellence, FRELA’s attorneys ensure that master franchisors comply with all tax & legal obligations while strengthening their business models to build resilient and prosperous franchise networks. We are well-positioned to support your setup in France and the structuring of your activities across Europe.

Committed to enduring partnerships for sustainable franchise success

As master franchise specialists, we prioritize establishing enduring partnerships with our clients, offering continuous strategic guidance to drive sustainable growth and optimize long-term success. Leveraging extensive market insights and a nuanced understanding of franchising’s specific demands, we ensure that every phase of your expansion remains legally sound and perfectly aligned with your strategic growth objectives.

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French specialists providing legal and strategic support for master franchises :

Our services

 

Legal advice and strategic support to master franchise

To ensure the success of your franchise network, it is imperative to have solid legal advice and well-defined strategies. Our specialized lawyers assist you in the analysis and negotiation of contracts, the elaboration of development strategies and the legal training of your teams. Thanks to our continuous legal monitoring, you will be constantly informed of legislative developments that may have an impact on your business.

Dispute namagement and conflict resolution

Litigation and conflicts can be an obstacle to the growth of your franchise network. We offer effective mediation, arbitration and representation solutions before the courts. Our team also excels in dispute prevention, claims management and assistance during the termination of franchise agreements. Our goal is to maintain harmonious and lasting relationships with your franchisees.

Services to ensure compliance of your business

Compliance with both local and international legislation is essential to ensure the long-term sustainability of your franchise network. Our services encompass compliance audits, the drafting of legal documents, and specialized training programs. We also provide support during inspections and investigations by regulatory authorities to guarantee flawless compliance at every stage.

Intervention with the regulatory authorities

Lobbying with regulatory authorities is essential to ensure compliance. This includes careful preparation of responses to inquiries, professional representation at meetings to discuss compliance issues, and proactive collaboration to resolve potential issues. These actions prevent penalties and uphold a reputation for compliance, ensuring the franchise network’s stability and credibility.

Strategic legal foresight for scalable franchise growth

 

FMF offers proactive legal support tailored to the dynamic needs of master franchises. By anticipating potential challenges and crafting flexible, growth-focused strategies, we help franchise owners confidently expand their networks. Our approach ensures each client’s legal foundation is robust, adaptable, and primed for scalable success.

Our values

Confidentiality

FMF ensures confidentiality from the start of your advisory request, in accordance with ethical obligations

Listening

Tailored advisory service for master franchise. Our approach: listening to you to understand your needs.

Responsiveness.

We strive to provide you with our utmost availability to respond promptly.

Experience

Over 200 foreign companies and individuals have already placed their trust in us for their legal needs. We are a « Selected Partner » of various international agencies.

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