About Us

With offices in London and Milton Keynes and more than 180 professionals, EMW has both the resources and expertise to handle the most important and complex transactions in the UK and internationally. EMW’s lawyers provide expertise in all areas of law and legal advice, offering their services to start-ups through to PLCs and multinational companies.

EMW is built on high-quality service and a commitment to add value to its clients’ businesses. The firm offers its services across all commercial sectors but is particularly highly regarded for its specific focus on both the food and drink and retail sectors.

The dedicated franchise team at EMW acts for both franchisors and franchisees, advising on all elements of the operation of a franchise, from initial set-up or purchase, through to the ultimate sale of the business, and everything in between.

The team offers advice on all legal issues relating to franchising, including drafting and negotiating franchise agreements, branding and intellectual property, acquisitions and re-sales, buying or leasing premises and, should the worse happen, mediation and dispute resolution. For franchisees, we will review and advise on the proposed terms of a franchise agreement for a fixed fee.