Franchise Agreement
(Unit Franchise)


Summary

This template is a franchise agreement which grants one party (franchisee) the license to operate a unit of the other party's business (franchisor) for a certain period and the right to use the franchisor's trademarks. This template includes practical guidance and drafting notes. This template may be modified depending on the terms agreed upon by the franchisor and the franchisee as to the operation of the business and the franchise fees. For additional guidance regarding franchise agreements, see Franchise Relationships, Franchisees and Prospective Franchisees Considerations, Franchising: An Updated Look at the Basics. For a related template, see Franchise Agreement Term Sheet. For information on state franchise laws, see Franchising under State Franchise Laws.