Due Diligence in Franchise System Aquisitions Andrae J. Marrocco Partner CFA Franchise Law Day January 28, 2016 Edward (Ned) Levitt Partner
Due Diligence Goals of Due Diligence Due Diligence Strategy
Due Diligence in Franchise M & A 1.The Intangible Assets 2.Third Parties at the Table 3.Viability of the Franchise System 4.The Franchise Agreement and Other Contracts
The Intangible Assets Trademarks Proprietary Software Operations Manuals, Confidential Information, and Other Intellectual Property
Third Parties at the Table The Financial Health of the Franchisee Population “Taking the Temperature”
Viability of the Franchise System Compliance Sales Protocols The “Flip Rate” Senior Management
Franchise Agreement / Contracts The Franchise Agreement Different Versions Indemnification “Side Deals” Logistical Concerns Other Contract
Andrae J. Marrocco Partner Edward (Ned) Levitt Partner Thank You