Franchising

We are sector specialists, helping our clients navigate the legal opportunities and challenges across the franchising industry.

We work with our clients on strategic issues such as establishing master franchise agreements, commercial leasing, negotiating agreements for lease, and buying or selling franchise businesses.

Our combined legal knowledge and expertise allows us to guide both franchisors and franchisees along the entire business lifecycle of owning and operating a franchise network.

WE ADVISE CLIENTS ON

Preparing and implementing master franchise agreements, licensing agreements and marketing agreements
Commercial leases and agreements for lease
Subleasing and licensing agreements

Acquiring or disposing of a franchise business
Establishing the legal structures to operate a franchise business
Regulatory compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct

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October 2, 2024

How the ECEC Worker Retention Payment Grant Impacts Buying, Selling and Operating Childcare Centres: What You Need to Know

The ECEC Worker Retention Payment Grant, introduced by the Australian Government, aims to supplement wages and address workforce shortages in the early childhood sector. The grant will support a 15% wage increase for the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) workforce over 2 years for those providers that ‘opt-in’ and meet the eligibility criteria. It’s a […]

August 13, 2024

Childcare Outlook: A State-by-State Breakdown for Q2 2024 Transaction Activity

As the childcare sector continues to evolve, the movement and consolidation of services are becoming increasingly significant. Between 1 April 2024 and 30 June 2024, the childcare industry saw a notable number of service transfers across various states in Australia. This article delves into the state-by-state breakdown of these transfers, providing insights into where the […]

November 1, 2023

McTaggart Grant Lawyers advises Petit Early Learning Journey on the successful sale of nine child care centres to Guardian Childcare & Education

McTaggart Grant Lawyers is proud to have acted for Petit Early Learning Journey in the successful sale of nine high-quality child care centres to Guardian Childcare & Education

October 24, 2023

Changes to notification timeframes for service approval transfer obligations

Navigating the changes to notification timeframes for service approval transfer obligations: A guide for childcare providers when selling a childcare business.

October 18, 2023

Brooke Simpson joins McTaggart Grant Lawyers

McTaggart Grant Lawyers are thrilled to announce that Brooke Simpson has joined the team.