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The ‘pre-eminent franchising firm’, Knights is well equipped to handle the entire range of contentious and non-contentious mandates for franchisors, franchisee associations, and multi-unit franchisees. A particularly active industry for the group is the quick-serve restaurant sector, and it is also especially active in the re-sale of franchises. Praised as an ’exceptional lawyer‘ Russell Ford jointly leads the team alongside Jane Masih, who ’has a great reputation within the industry’. Ford boasts significant expertise in representing clients in disputes, while Masih advises clients on master license agreements and sales and acquisitions. Commercial litigator Lynsey Smith is another key member of the team.
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Testimonials
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‘Russell Ford is an exceptional lawyer who I cannot recommend more highly. He is a titan in the franchising world, a hugely knowledgeable and dynamic lawyer, and a sector leader. Even with my 25 year's experience as counsel, I welcome Russell's most valuable input on the franchising disputes that he and I are involved in.'
‘Both Russell Ford and John Miller have been exceptional whilst dealing with us on both legal matters relating to franchising, as well as cyber issues in our business. Fantastic lawyers who really care about their work and their clients.’
Key clients
- Dwyer (UK) Franchising Limited
- Tim Hortons
Work highlights
- Advised Tim Hortons on the proposed expansion of Tim Hortons brand through franchising.
- Advised Helen O’Grady Drama Academy during its rebrand in the UK to ‘Drama Kids’ on brand protection issues and trade mark registration.