The issues surrounding franchise mergers and acquisitions uniquely affect not only the selling and target companies, but also the third-party community of subfranchisors, area representatives, and franchisees. Many complex practical and legal issues may not be recognized by an attorney who lacks expertise in franchise law. The team of attorneys handling the transaction for either party should include a seasoned franchise lawyer.

This edition has been greatly expanded and now includes entirely new chapters on negotiating the purchase and sale agreement, bankruptcy, valuation, and international issues. Other topics include practical problems associated with buying or selling a franchise company, due diligence in the acquisition of a franchising company, real estate and trademark considerations, and tax issues affecting mergers and acquisitions in franchising. Includes CD-ROM with forms and appendices.