Franchise Laws in the State of New York
New York is a strict franchise registration state, requiring franchisors to register their Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with the Attorney General’s office before any offer or sale can take place. And if you’re buying a franchise in New York, be smart and hire local New York Franchise Attorneys to help guide you through the franchising laws and regulations.
Governed by the New York Franchise Sales Act, this process involves filing fees and annual renewals. The law’s primary goal is to prevent fraud by ensuring prospective buyers receive a complete, state-approved FDD at least 14 days before signing a contract. Furthermore, all advertising materials must be pre-filed with the state for review.
While New York’s law is robust on the pre-sale side, it offers fewer general protections for the ongoing franchise relationship. Unlike states with strong “relationship laws,” New York does not have a statute that requires “good cause” for termination or non-renewal for most types of franchises. Consequently, post-sale disputes over termination or renewal are typically governed by the terms of the franchise agreement and general contract law.
That said, specific industries, such as motor fuel dealers, are granted additional statutory rights.
Here is a list of franchise lawyers you can hire in New York
David J. Kaufmann / Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP
777 Third Avenue, 24th Floor
New York, New York
Craig R. Tractenberg / Fox Rothschild LLP
101 Park Avenue, 17th Floor
New York, New York
Aaron Chaitovsky / Citrin Cooperman
709 Westchester Avenue
White Plains, New York
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