Franchise Law at Pavago

, , South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Franchise Law, FDD, Compliance, Legal Strategy, Franchise Agreements, Commercial Law, Regulatory Compliance, Due Diligence, Risk Management, Dispute Resolution, Negotiation, Mediation, Litigation Coordination, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Contract Management

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Franchise Attorney (Franchise Law, FDD, Compliance & Agreements – Full-Time, U.S. Hours)About the Role We’re hiring a Franchise Attorney to support clients with franchise agreements, compliance, and legal strategy across franchise operations and expansion. In this role, you’ll draft and review Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), advise on U.S. franchise regulations, and help clients navigate growth while staying compliant. If you have experience in franchise law, commercial agreements, and regulatory compliance, this role is for you. ResponsibilitiesFranchise Agreements & Documentation Draft, review, and negotiate: Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) Franchise agreements Related commercial contracts Ensure all documents comply with federal and state franchise laws Legal Advisory & Compliance Provide legal guidance on: Franchise structures Compliance requirements Operational considerations Monitor changes in franchise regulations and advise clients proactively Conduct due diligence for franchise transactions Risk Management & Dispute Resolution Identify legal risks in franchise operations Support dispute resolution through: Negotiation Mediation Litigation coordination Recommend strategies to mitigate legal exposure Client Support & Collaboration Serve as a trusted legal advisor to clients Translate complex legal requirements into clear, actionable guidance Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on growth and compliance strategies Requirements Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state 3+ years of experience in: Franchise law Commercial law or related legal fields Proven experience with: FDDs and franchise agreements Compliance and regulatory advisory Strong understanding of U.S. franchise laws and regulations Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Nice to Have Experience supporting franchise expansion or multi-unit operations Background in litigation or dispute resolution within franchise law Experience working with high-growth or multi-location businesses Prior in-house counsel experience Tools & Tech Legal research platforms (Westlaw, LexisNexis) Document and contract management systems Why Join Work on high-impact franchise legal matters Advise businesses on growth, compliance, and expansion strategies Engage directly with clients and leadership teams Opportunity to specialize and grow in franchise law Structured role with meaningful ownership What Success Looks Like Accurate, compliant FDDs and franchise agreements Timely legal guidance aligned with business objectives Reduced legal risk across franchise operations Clear, actionable advice for clients Strong client satisfaction and trust Apply Now If you’re a Franchise Attorney with experience in FDDs, compliance, and franchise agreements, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help businesses scale while staying legally compliant.

Responsibilities

The Franchise Attorney will draft, review, and negotiate Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and related commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. They will also provide legal advisory services, manage risk, and support dispute resolution to assist clients in franchise operations and expansion.