Part 4: Setting Up Your Business Premises with Our Commercial Leasing Team

November 5, 2024

About this guide

If you’re an international motor vehicle company looking to import and distribute motor vehicles in Australia, this guide is designed to help you understand the legal framework and practical steps involved in setting up an automotive franchise system.

In this four part series, we’ll walk you through the essential elements of franchising in Australia, focusing on the following key areas:

Part 1: Setting Up and Managing a Franchise System
Part 2: Understanding the Franchising Code of Conduct
Part 3: Navigating Other Legal Frameworks Relevant to Automotive Franchises
Part 4: Setting Up Your Business Premises with Our Commercial Leasing Team (this article)

This comprehensive guide provides practical and actionable insights to help you confidently navigate the Australian franchising landscape.

In addition to establishing your automotive franchise, Long Saad Woodbridge’s Commercial Leasing Team can help you secure and set up the right business premises.

Our Leasing Services Include:

Site Selection and Lease Negotiation
We assist negotiating favourable lease terms to support your business goals, including rent, renewal options, and more.
Lease Agreement Review
We review and draft lease agreements to ensure your interests are protected, and the lease complies with local laws and your operational needs.
Legal Compliance
Our team ensures your lease complies with relevant retail and commercial leasing laws and assists with any premises fit outs or signage requirements.
Dispute Resolution
If leasing disputes arise, we provide swift and effective solutions to minimize disruptions to your business.

Our comprehensive support helps ensure your business premises are set up smoothly and efficiently, allowing you to focus on growing your franchise.

Partnering with Long Saad Woodbridge

Establishing and managing an automotive franchise system in Australia involves navigating a complex web of legal requirements, including the Franchising Code of Conduct, intellectual property laws, employment regulations, and the Australian Consumer Law. At Long Saad Woodbridge, our automotive team is here to help you every step of the way, from assessing the franchisability of your business to preparing franchise agreements, guiding you through compliance requirements, and protecting your brand.

By working with LSW, you’ll gain access to a team of experts with extensive experience in both the automotive and franchising industries, ensuring that your franchise system is set up for success from the very beginning.

To discuss how we can help you establish a successful automotive franchise in Australia, reach out to our team at Long Saad Woodbridge. We’re ready to assist you with every legal aspect of franchising, ensuring that your business is compliant, protected, and positioned for long-term success.

Part 1: Setting Up and Managing a Franchise System

Part 2: Understanding the Franchising Code of Conduct

Part 3: Navigating Other Legal Frameworks Relevant to Automotive Franchises

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