Whether you are purchasing a business, selling a business, buying a franchise or looking to establish a franchise system in Staten Island, New York or New Jersey, you need an honest, experienced business and franchise lawyer to ensure that your business grows and thrives. Practicing out of Staten Island, NY, Charles N. Internicola understands the needs of business purchasers and business and  franchise owners and is dedicated to delivering legal solutions for business transaction or business litigation. Call Mr. Internicola today for a free, no obligation consultation to learn more.
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Franchise Lawyers: The Staten Island New York Franchise Law Firm with the attorneys, skills and information you need if you want results in purchasing a franchise, starting a franchise or if you have a franchise litigation matter in New York, New Jersey or Nationwide.

Having a specialized, knowledgeable, and forthright franchise law attorney is fundamental to your legal representation in franchise transactions. Whether you are buying a franchise for the first time, a multi-unit franchisee, or an entrepreneur looking to expand your business through the establishment of a franchise system, Charles N. Internicola possesses the tested experience and skill necessary to ensure a seamless transaction. Charles N. Internicola is a franchise lawyer who is committed to delivering practical and timely franchise law services that are focused on tangible and specific goals for each client. Mr. Internicola's franchise practice is national in scope and involves the representation of franchisees and franchisors in Staten Island, New York State, New Jersey and throughout the United States. Mr. Internicola is well versed in franchise business transactions as well as franchise litigation.

A recognized leader in his field of business and franchise law, Mr. Internicola is the author of the book, An Entrepreneurs Guide to Purchasing a Business, in which Mr. Internicola provides practical and critical information to individuals buying a business or franchise.  Mr. Internicola is also the author of the New York Franchise Law Blog, which is dedicated to offering practical and timely information for entrepreneurs, franchisors and franchisees.

What Separates Charles Internicola From Other Franchise Attorneys?

A recognized leader in his field, Charles N. Internicola's business and franchise law practice is dedicated to communicating valuable information to his clients and to achieve concrete and measurable goals that serve and add value to the business interests of his clients.

Drawing from his years of experience both in the negotiating room and, when necessary, the courtroom, Mr. Internicola possesses a history of achieving novel legal decisions and successful results that advance the interests of his clients.

Thoughtful & Effective Representation in Franchise Transactions

Whether you are considering the purchase of a franchise, terminating an existing franchise relationship or establishing a franchise system, your agreements and disclosure documents - including your franchise agreement and franchise disclosure document (FDD) - will serve as the primary asset underlying the future of your business.  At the outset, Charles Internicola understands and knows that you must get the agreements right and possess the necessary information to enhance your chances for success.  For franchisees, Charles understands that the disclosers contained in the franchise disclosure document (FDD) represents one of the few lifelines between a good and bad investment.  For franchisors, the franchise disclosure documents (FDD) represents the blueprint for your business. 

Everday, Mr. Internicola offers and delivers legal representation and counseling involving:


  • Franchise purchase transactions
  • Franchise sale transactions
  • Review of franchise agreements and franchise disclosure documents
  • Establishing franchise systems
  • Preparation and review of commercial lease agreements
  • Preparation and review of employment agreements
  • Preparation and review of business agreements



Battle-Tested in Business Lawsuits

The unfortunate reality of business is that two factors lead to litigation: (a) success that attracts competitors - especially larger competitors - who try to use litigation as a competitive tool, and, unfortunately, (b) poorly drafted agreements.  Mr. Internicola possesses tested litigation skills and has successfully represented and defended the business interests of his clients in state and federal litigation in New York, New Jersey and numerous other states.  Mr. Internicola has obtained, for the benefit of his clients, successful decisions and results involving novel legal decisions that have included: the protection of franchise systems, the defense of clients from competitor claims, the protection of trademarks, and various legal actions involving unfair competition, business fraud and partnership disputes. Mr. Internicola provides his clients with assertive legal representation in litigation involving:

  • Partner and shareholder disputes;
  • Distribution agreements and relationships
  • Franchise rights
  • Unfair business practices
  • Trademarks and licensing
  • Corporate lock-outs
  • Enforcement of business agreements
 
Contact Charles N. Internicola Today for a Unique Perspective about your Business

If you have questions about buying a franchise, buying a business, starting a franchise, protecting a trademark, or business litigation, Charles Internicola can provide you with timely and relevant counseling designed to meet the needs of your business.

Located in Staten Island, New York, and serving the greater New York and New Jersey areas, the law firm of DDD&I is dedicated to delivering legal services that make a difference. If you are seeking a focused, tested, and experienced business and franchise lawyer serving New York and New Jersey, talk to us about the concerns you have for your business. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, fill out the contact form on this page or call us at 718.979.8688 or 800.976.4904.

The Internicola Law Firm, P.C. is located at 1000 South Avenue - Suite 104 in Staten Island, New York. They serve the following areas: Staten Island, New York City, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, New Jersey, Monmouth County, Middlesex County and Bergen County.

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Library for Franchise Law:

  • Considering Purchasing a New York Franchise? Read This First.   
    If you are looking to negotiate or are negotiating a franchise agreement this article can provide you with valuable information. Having a lawyer on your side with franchise experience is the smartest thing you can do to preserve your rights.

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Web Resources for Franchise Law:

  • Franchise Lawyer Blog

    Description: New York Franchise Law Blog is, authored by Franchise and Business Lawyer Charles N. Internicola and offers insights and information for franchisors and franchisees, including individuals considering purchasing a business or franchise and successful business owners looking to establish a franchise system. Charles Internicola offers legal services that include the preparation and review of franchise disclosure documents (FDD) and franchise agreements.

  • Franchises for sale

    Description: Franchise Gator offers a large database of frachises that are for currently for sale.

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