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Franchising - UK-wide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Ashtons Legal maintains a well-reputed practice that services domestic and overseas clients across the full spectrum of franchising, including contentious matters. The firm offers additional support to franchisors with its consultancy arm, Ashtons Franchise Consulting. It regularly represents established and growing brands from a broad range of sectors, including retail, food and leisure.

Strengths

Ashtons is a trusted partner of our firm. It understands our business well and has a pragmatic approach.

Ashtons Legal stands out for its quick response times, experience and knowledge of the sector.

The team explains complex legal matters clearly, without unnecessary jargon, and is always willing to adapt its advice to the realities.

Work Highlights

Ashtons Legal advised Snowflake Gelato on the granting of rights to open a site in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Notable practitioners

John Chambers advises clients from a range of sectors, including restaurants and domiciliary care businesses, on the establishment of franchise operations. He regularly assists franchisors with expansions into the UK market.
Damian Humphrey is head of the firm's franchising team and regularly advises on the establishment and growth of franchise networks. He assists with franchise arrangements across various sectors, particularly retail and leisure.
 

Damian is a fantastic legal counsel with excellent knowledge of all matters relating to franchising.

 

Damian Humphrey is excellent.

 

I can't speak highly enough of Damian. He really knows his stuff. He offers clear pragmatic advice to get you where you need to be and brings people closer together and not further apart. He gets it.

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John Chambers
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