Franchise Agreement Review — Guide

A franchise agreement review in Ireland gives prospective franchisees independent advice before they sign. Franchise agreements are usually drafted by the franchisor’s solicitors to favour the franchisor, and they are among the most significant commitments a business owner makes. This review covers fees, royalties, territory, renewal, termination, IP licences and operational requirements, with a plain-English report. Negotiation of amendments can be agreed separately.

This is a self-complete template: you complete it yourself using the guidance notes. The price is set, with no billable hours and no surprise invoices, and the service is fully online, so there is no need to travel to an office.

What’s included

• Full review of the franchise agreement
• Identification of onerous, unusual or unfair clauses
• Analysis of fees, royalties, territory exclusivity and renewal rights
• Review of termination and exit provisions
• Review of IP licences and operational requirements
• Plain-English written report of key risks and negotiation points
• Advice on whether the agreement is standard for the sector
• Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
• Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
• A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards

Who this is for

• People about to buy a franchise
• Franchisees renewing an agreement
• Existing businesses converting to a franchise
• Franchisees concerned about termination terms

How it works

1. Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
2. Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
3. the template then reviews the franchise agreement and prepares a written report.
4. Your written report is delivered by email.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a franchise agreement review cost in Ireland?

This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.

What should franchisees look for?

Fees and royalties, territory protection, renewal rights, termination triggers and post-termination restrictions are key.

Can franchise terms be negotiated?

Sometimes. The report sets out recommended negotiation points.

For more on business contracts and running a company in Ireland, see our Business Legal Advice hub.

If you would like to be told when solicitor services are available again on this site, you can join our no-fee waiting list. To instruct a solicitor now, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.