As a dedicated franchising practice, we understand the issues and challenges you are confronted with and appreciate the unique characteristics of your business and your industry.

Whether you are already established or just starting out, we are here to provide timely, accurate and relevant advice at realistic prices to get you where you want to be tomorrow.

We are not bound by the rigid structure of a traditional law firm. Franchising clients need flexibility and responsiveness with the emphasis on results and that is what we deliver.

In addition to working for major retail landlords, Steven Crea has acted as sole legal counsel for leading retail franchise groups. He has a practical appreciation of a franchising business and its unique characteristics from the inside out. This practice is specifically designed to cater for the needs of a franchised business and we structure our organisation around you, not you around us.

Areas of expertise:

·         Franchise agreements and disclosure documents

·         Franchisee occupancy agreements

·         Franchising code compliance

·         Intellectual property

·         Dispute resolution with Franchisees and/or Landlords

·         Debt recovery

·         Trade practices compliance

·         Supplier agreements

·         Buying and selling franchised businesses

·         Commercial and retail leasing including disputes and negotiations with landlords

Talk to us today for an obligation free consultation and let us drive your business forward with a comprehensive legal solution that works for you.

Features of our service:

·         Fixed fees for transactional matters

·         We can come to you and work on a daily or half daily basis where it makes commercial sense for you

·         We can add a new dimension to your business with a constant legal presence

·         Member of Franchise Council of Australia