Corporate Franchise Attorney and Legal Compliance Advisor with 15 years of practice. Specializes in FDD analysis, lease negotiations, and dispute resolution for franchisees facing litigation or termination issues.
Sarah Jenkins is a practicing attorney dedicated to protecting franchisee interests in a complex legal landscape. With a Juris Doctor degree and a decade of experience at a top-tier franchise law firm, she has reviewed over 500 Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and negotiated commercial leases for hundreds of small business owners. Sarah’s writing demystifies legal jargon, focusing on the critical red flags in Item 19, the dangers of personal guarantees, and the intricacies of territory protection. She provides actionable legal insights for handling landlord disputes, understanding non-compete clauses, and preparing for entity formation, ensuring entrepreneurs build their businesses on a solid legal foundation.