Stevens & Bolton LLP

Noted for its sector expertise in supporting clients active in the retail, hospitality, wellness, and education industries, Stevens & Bolton LLP fields a team that is well-equipped to handle a comprehensive range of franchising work. It is regularly instructed to handle the preparation of franchise documentation, adapt international franchise agreements for UK use, advise on franchising as a strategic growth route, handle franchising disputes, and guide businesses through domestic and international expansion through master franchising, licensing, and distribution. Praised as ‘helpful, available and ready to discuss every issue’, Guilford-based Nicola Broadhurst heads the team and particularly excels in supporting clients from the fashion, luxury brands, and casual dining sectors. Her thorough work-load encompasses setting up franchise networks, adapting international franchise agreements for compliance with UK law, and advising on multi-unit franchise investments, as well as regularly assisting clients with their expansion strategies, international agreements, and franchise documentation. An expert in domestic and international expansion matters, Catherine Penny frequently advises on franchise networks, while also boasting expertise in reviewing and adapting international franchise agreements for compliance with English law.