Amy Leite
Your Specialist Franchise Solicitor
A trusted expert and franchise solicitor for more than 14 years
Amy has specialised in all aspects of franchise law for more than 14 years and is recognised as one of the leading franchise lawyers in the country.
During her long career, Amy has provided legal advice to thousands of different franchisees and a number of franchisors, with cases ranging from clients who are buying a new franchise or master franchise, to assisting franchisees and franchisors who are involved in complex franchise disputes.
Amy has a real skill for explaining complex legal issues in a client friendly way. Her vast experience in franchising, coupled with her experience as a qualified mediator, gives her a unique ability to work through difficult issues and find productive, commercial resolutions often missed by other dispute lawyers.
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Amy is renowned within the franchise industry. Her knowledge and expertise are widely respected amongst other solicitors and franchise experts, with many of her peers opting to refer Amy some of their own franchise cases.
Amy’s illustrious career has seen her create and lead a franchising department at a boutique law firm. After more than a decade in private practice, Amy is now a specialist consultant solicitor, consulting for a number of evolved legal practices. Working remotely, Amy now offers her franchise law expertise to clients across England and Wales, with the added benefit of competitive hourly rates and fixed fee advice.
Franchise Agreement
Reviews
A comprehensive and thorough review of the draft franchise agreement by Amy.
Amy says “I speak to all of my review clients personally to ensure that I understand the level of support that they need and so that I am satisfied that the client understands their franchise agreement, their commitment, their obligations and whether the terms will work for them in practice. I do not prepare or reuse template written reports – all of my advice is bespoke and is carried out by me, personally.”
Franchise Disputes
Amy has acted in hundreds of franchise dispute cases over the last 13 years.
Whether the case involves negotiating exit terms, planning to leave your franchise in the future, helping with an unruly franchisee or pursuing or defending Court proceedings Amy can help.
Amy is an incredibly measured and experienced litigator with a keen eye for finding solutions.
Franchising Your Business
Are you considering growing your business through franchising?
Amy will work closely with you to ensure that franchising is the right fit for you, that you understand your own commitments and help you recruit your franchisees in the correct way.
Amy says “franchising should be done in a way which reduces the likelihood of distracting and time consuming disputes, in a way which is transparent and is ethical. I expect the franchisors I work with to invest in understanding their franchise agreement, their rights and obligations and to share these important principles.”
Why choose Amy for your franchise matter
Renowned Industry Expert
Trusted by her clients for more than a decade. Amy only specialises in Franchise Law and is regarded by many as the leading franchise lawyer in the UK.
Cost Effective Solutions
Straightforward, honest and cost effective advice.
Client Focused Advice
Amy focusses on achieving the best outcome for her clients. She listens carefully to what matters the most to her clients and works tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome.
“… Amy is personable, knowledgeable and efficient. We asked her to look over a franchise agreement and she made detailed notes to help us understand the agreement and highlighted areas she thought we should discuss with our prospective franchisor. We required follow up services with her for a side letter and she drafted an excellent letter which really helped us secure the agreement we wanted and was vital in our decision making process. We were extremely satisfied with the professional, knowledgeable service provided by Amy and would recommend her without hesitation”
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
“… I initially thought it’ll be a standard contract, but that I’d be mad not to pay the money and get it checked out, thinking it may be a waste of time and money. My thoughts were decidedly altered I am happy to say. Many thanks for your invaluable input”
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
Amy’s Mediation Service
Amy achieved her long term ambition and qualified as a Mediator in early 2020.
Having been involved in many mediations with her clients over the years Amy has witnessed first hand the difference between being a mediator and a being great mediator.
Amy’s approach maintains a focus on collaborative resolution whilst allowing all parties to feel heard.
Amy offers both in person and remote fixed fee mediations.