Franchisors, starting a franchise

Does a franchise system require registration?

8 May 2015

This article provides an overview of the legal requirements for franchisors in Australia. Contrary to popular belief, there is no requirement to register a franchise system in the Code, meaning a franchise does not need to be ‘registered’ in Australia.

Franchisors’ end of term arrangements – valuation of goodwill versus risk of competition

23 April 2015

Section 23 of the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes – Franchising) Regulation 2014 (Cth) (Code) limits Franchisors in their ability to include restraint of trade clauses in Franchise Agreements, protecting Franchisees if the Agreement is not renewed. Franchisors must be aware of the implications of this Regulation when deciding not to renew an Agreement.

When is a licensee really a franchisee?

5 September 2012

This article dives into the details of franchisor/distributorship relationships, exploring elements, examples, and control needed to determine the distinction. Get insight into what constitutes a system or marketing plan, and learn what type of ‘helpful suggestions’ qualify.