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Nancy Lanard, Senior Partner and Founder of Lanard and Associates, is the author of many articles, has been quoted in numerous national publications and has been interviewed for numerous radio programs on the topic of business and franchise law. Over her 25 years of legal practice representing businesses, she knows how to listen to her clients and think outside the box to respond to their needs. T

he attorneys at Lanard and Associates have years of experience representing clients buying a franchise or businesses that want to expand by franchising nationwide. Nancy Lanard has earned the award of Legal Eagle for 6 consecutive years. Lanard and Associates represent commercial tenants nationwide for several franchise chains, including Rita's Water Ice, Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Scout & Molly's, Huntington Learning Center and Sylvan Learning Center. We believe that every successful business has a team behind it consisting of a business attorney and business accountant. We would like to be on your business team. Let us know how I can make your business dreams a reality. Areas of Practice: Business legal advising and franchise law

The following franchise opportunities and industries may help ambitious entrepreneurs find reliable income through econo...
11/17/2022

The following franchise opportunities and industries may help ambitious entrepreneurs find reliable income through economic strife.

Supporting national business for 25 years.

Are some franchises “recession-proof?”
11/17/2022

Are some franchises “recession-proof?”

Operating a business during an economic downturn can be an uneasy situation. Politicians, economists and consumer experts disagree about whether the United States is currently in a recession. But there is no doubt that inflation and rising interest rates are affecting all sectors of the economy. Wha...

Why an attorney should review your commercial lease agreement
10/19/2022

Why an attorney should review your commercial lease agreement

Prospective franchisees understandably focus on the type of franchise they want to buy, one that hopefully aligns with their personal interests as well as offering opportunities for success. Many painstaking decisions must be made, and successful franchisees know that working with an experienced fra...

Defining territorial rights in a franchise agreement
08/25/2022

Defining territorial rights in a franchise agreement

Opening a franchise is a dream come true for many aspiring entrepreneurs, especially if your hard work – up until now - has mostly helped pad someone else’s bank account. But the potential success of your new venture greatly depends on the terms of your franchise agreement. You have researched p...

Here are 3 considerations prospective franchisees may wish to consider.
07/26/2022

Here are 3 considerations prospective franchisees may wish to consider.

Custom legal solutions for franchisees nationwide.

Why do some new franchisees fail while others succeed?
07/22/2022

Why do some new franchisees fail while others succeed?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, one out of every five businesses fail within the first year. Nearly 50% go out of business within five years. However, the rate is significantly lower for franchisees, with some studies showing that fewer than 5% fail within the first year. That make...

3 considerations for prospective franchisees during a period of inflation
07/01/2022

3 considerations for prospective franchisees during a period of inflation

Many aspiring business owners believe it is counterintuitive to launch a new venture during a time of economic instability. However, opportunities exist despite the effects of inflation and rising interest rates. Inflation in the U.S. hit a 40-year high this spring, causing concern over the rising c...

What are the primary duties of franchisees?
05/31/2022

What are the primary duties of franchisees?

When franchisees are successful, much, if not most, of their success can be attributed to their willingness and ability to work in lockstep with franchisors. Investing in a franchise opportunity allows franchisees to purchase the right to use an established system dedicated to reproducing the franch...

Finding the right fit for first-time franchisees
05/24/2022

Finding the right fit for first-time franchisees

Franchise opportunities are attractive to aspiring business owners for a number of reasons. Owning a business may be fulfilling a lifelong dream, and available franchises come in all shapes, sizes and industries. Many franchises are also attainable for those with less capital to invest. But many fac...

Understand the legal elements of a franchise agreement
05/04/2022

Understand the legal elements of a franchise agreement

“Trust but verify.” That phrase is most associated with the Cold War era, but it also makes practical sense in the modern world for a variety of reasons, including if you are considering buying a franchise. Prospective franchisees need to be able to count on the franchisor’s brand, expertise, ...

10 qualities shared by successful franchisees
04/12/2022

10 qualities shared by successful franchisees

If you have painstakingly saved money or raised capital to pursue the dream of operating your own business, buying a franchise is an attractive prospect. Becoming a franchisee gives you access to brands and products with a proven track record. However, your business’s success likely depends upon t...

Franchisees may have strong opinions on this potential measure.
04/04/2022

Franchisees may have strong opinions on this potential measure.

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Plymouth Meeting, PA
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Nancy Lanard, Senior Partner and Founder of Lanard and Associates, is the author of many articles, has been quoted in numerous national publications and has been interviewed for numerous radio programs on the topic of business and franchise law. Over her 25 years of legal practice representing businesses, she knows how to listen to her clients and think outside the box to respond to their needs. Lanard and Associates represents start-ups and small to mid-size companies as their legal advisor. The attorneys at Lanard and Associates have years of experience representing clients buying a franchise or businesses that want to expand by franchising nationwide. Nancy Lanard has earned the award of Legal Eagle from Franchise Times, a leading publication in the franchise industry, for 10 years and has been placed on the Franchise Times Legal Eagle Honor Roll. Lanard and Associates represents commercial tenants nationwide for many franchise chains, including Aamco Transmission, Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Pet Supplies Plus, Huntington Learning Center, Sylvan Learning Center and many more. We believe that every successful business has a team behind it consisting of a business attorney and business accountant. We would like to be on your business team. Let us know how I can make your business dreams a reality. Areas of Practice: Business legal advising and franchise law