Davis Wright Tremaine's Franchising and Distribution lawyers work with the hospitality industry on a variety of matters, including the following:

• Franchising feasibility and franchising alternatives (i.e., joint ventures, licensing agreements)
  
• Franchise compliance and counseling
  
• Preparing and filing of offering circulars
  
• Preparation of franchise agreements, area development agreements, and subfranchise agreements
  
• Preparation of operations manuals
  
• Conversion of corporate units to franchised locations
  
• Preparation of distribution, supply and licensing contracts
  
• Gift card programs and other promotions
  
• Franchise litigation and alternative dispute resolution