The Charter Law Group

The Charter Law Group

Legal, Attorney, Law

Business law firm focusing on franchising, licensing, trademark, and real estate matters

Company Overview

The Charter Law Group is a boutique law firm specializing in franchise law and business consulting for entrepreneurs, franchisors, and franchisees. The firm is uniquely positioned with first-hand experience as franchise system founders and operators, enabling it to approach legal guidance with a development- and growth-focused mindset suited to franchise organizations.

Services Offered

  • Development and registration of Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and Franchise Agreements
  • Franchise system maintenance, brand standards enforcement, and compliance support for franchisors
  • Franchise mergers and acquisitions, business development, and operational guidance
  • Legal and advisory services for franchisees, including risk mitigation and post-termination enforcement

Value Proposition

  • Industry Specialization: Solely dedicated to the franchise industry, serving both franchisors and franchisees across all growth phases, including system development, expansion, and exits.
  • Key Benefits:
    • Offers legal expertise shaped by direct, personal experience as franchise owners, not just attorneys.
    • Supports compliance, risk mitigation, and efficient system growth, equipping franchise leaders for success through every lifecycle phase.
    • Provides access to a broad network of industry professionals for added operational value.
  • Franchise Expertise: The firm’s leadership has a proven track record of building, growing, and selling franchise brands—including successful private equity exits—and features client success stories, case studies, and advisory resources specifically tailored to the franchise sector.

Company Snapshot

Year Founded

2020

Headquarters Locations

Cincinnati , OH

Key Executives

Drew Chalfant, Managing Partner; Joe Roda, Founding Partner

Number of Locations

1-10

Public Contact

859-443-9799
Javier@CharterDifference.com

Industry

Legal, Attorney, Law