Denver Franchise Lawyer

Franchise owners and operators have needs unique among business owners and entrepreneurs. From employment law compliance to managing the legal relationship between franchisee and franchisor, our Denver, CO franchise lawyer meets all your business legal needs. We help you determine if franchising is the right step for your brand growth, advise potential franchisees on whether their proposed franchise is a viable investment, and handle all the legal matters required to achieve your goals. Call Volpe Law LLC today for a complimentary discovery call with our experienced legal team.

Franchise Lawyer Denver, CO

Operating a franchise can be complicated; you have specific obligations to the franchisor and the brand, as well as your regular duties as a business owner. Our attorneys deliver practical, actionable advice to help ensure you remain compliant with Colorado business regulations and your responsibilities to the franchisor. We review your franchise contract and evaluate your operations to determine areas where you may be at risk of legal action, then work with you to develop a strategy to address them.

If you are an entrepreneur seeking to grow your brand and expand your business model, we can explain the possibilities for franchising, including the cost, financial risk, and obligations under Colorado law. Our firm analyzes your proposed franchise plans, including a risk assessment. We may also seek insight from industry and market professionals to ensure you have the right information to make decisions about where and when to extend franchise opportunities.

When it’s time to move forward, we draft all necessary contracts for potential franchisees, help you vet investors, and draft and file all the legal documents necessary to start your franchise opportunities.

Our Denver franchise layer represents both franchisees and franchisors in dispute resolution negotiations. If a franchisee isn’t adhering to your brand standards or if the franchisor isn’t upholding their contractual obligations, we can mediate a resolution to the problem. If necessary, we initiate legal action to resolve the problem, seeking a fair outcome and any damages you may be owed.

Why Experience Matters for Your Franchise Concerns

We understand the needs of smaller and emerging businesses. As small business owners or individuals, we respect the hard work and passion you have for your franchise and brand. We help you avoid common legal pitfalls that franchisors and franchisees often encounter, providing the right actionable solution to your legal concerns. With nearly four decades of diverse legal experience and practical, real-world advice, the Volpe Law, LLC team helps you reach your business goals.

• Firm founder Ben Volpe was named three years in a row to the Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list, Colorado (2023–2025), a distinction awarded to only the top 2.5% of attorneys in the state
• Multiple attorneys at Volpe Law have been competitively selected to the Super Lawyers 2023 Colorado Rising Stars List
• We provide bespoke advice for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs to achieve business success and foster growth

For transparent advice, practical insights, and detailed analysis of your franchise needs, contact our Denver franchise lawyer.

FEES

A $5,000 retainer is required for all pre-litigation dispute cases, while active litigation matters have a minimum retainer of $10,000. As of September 1, 2025, attorney rates vary between $315-$425/hour. These hourly rates are paid by the retainer account. Fees and retainers for contract reviews and smaller projects vary, with some cases best suited for a 1-2 hour paid complimentary discovery call at $350 per hour or $700 for two hours. All retainers are evergreen and refundable. Please call to inquire for further details.

DISCLAIMER

The information contained on this website is provided for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and should not be construed as providing legal advice on any subject matter. Laws frequently change and therefore this content is not necessarily up to date, nor comprehensive. Contact us or another attorney with any legal questions specific to your matter. You may contact us by completing our complimentary discovery call.