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Tom Purton

Tom is Head of the Commercial, IP and Technology Department at Travers Smith. He has a broad-based commercial practice with particular emphasis on strategic alliances and commercial contracts.

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Head of Commercial, IP & Technology:
Tom Purton

Franchising

Top tier firm for Franchising - The Legal 500, 2011

“Travers Smith LLP's dedicated franchising group is commended for its 'consistently high standards' and 'good spirit and culture'...”

The Legal 500

We have recently advised:

  • Gaucho Grill on the establishment of a new franchise outlet for leading Argentinean ice cream brand Freggo and advice on amendments to franchise arrangements across the Middle East
  • Barings on its global licensing arrangements
  • Select Service Partner on franchising arrangements for its Caffè Ritazza and Upper Crust brands, and its running of WH Smith, M&S Simply Food, Starbucks and Burger King franchises
  • Moto Hospitality on all its major franchising arrangements, including M&S Simply Food, Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Little Chef and WH Smith
  • Malmaison/Hotel du Vin in relation to developing a pan-European franchise model as the basis for a significant expansion outside the UK
  • The Gap Partnership, the international specialist training and negotiation consultancy, on various options (including franchising) for the roll out of its business overseas