Our Services
Three Services. One Area of Law.
Keris Legal offers a focused set of legal services for businesses involved in franchising and IP licensing — each designed to address a specific and recurring need in the franchise or licensing lifecycle.
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How We Work on Each Matter
Every engagement follows a consistent methodology that balances legal rigour with commercial practicality.
Initial Briefing
We discuss the commercial background, your objectives, and the specific matter before any work commences.
Scope Agreement
A written engagement letter confirms what is covered, the fee, and the expected timeline.
Drafting & Review
Work is conducted by qualified solicitors, with interim updates and at least one round of revisions included.
Final Discussion
We walk through the completed document to confirm understanding of key provisions and address any outstanding queries.
Service 01
Franchise Agreement Drafting & Review
SGD 580
Comprehensive drafting or review of franchise agreements for both franchisors establishing their network and franchisees evaluating proposed terms. For franchisors, the service covers development of documentation that protects the brand while being fair and structured to attract capable franchisees — including territory provisions, fee structures, operational standards, and termination conditions.
For franchisees, the engagement provides detailed review of the proposed agreement with written commentary identifying areas of concern and suggested amendments. The team draws on familiarity with the Franchising and Licensing Association Singapore's code of ethics and regional franchise practices.
What is included:
- Territory definition and exclusivity provisions
- Fee structures: initial franchise fee, ongoing royalties, marketing contributions
- Operational standards and brand compliance provisions
- Term, renewal, and termination conditions
- Post-term non-compete and confidentiality obligations
- Written commentary with referenced amendments (review service)
Typical timeline: 5–10 working days
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Franchise Disclosure Document Preparation
SGD 450
Preparation of disclosure documents for franchisors who are required or choose to provide prospective franchisees with comprehensive pre-contractual information. The service covers compilation of the franchisor's business history, financial statements, litigation history, fee schedule, franchisee obligations, and territory arrangements into a structured disclosure format.
While Singapore does not mandate franchise-specific disclosure, many franchisors operating regionally need to comply with the disclosure requirements of other ASEAN markets. The team ensures the document meets applicable standards and presents the franchise opportunity in a transparent, straightforward manner.
What is included:
- Franchisor business and corporate history section
- Financial statements compilation and presentation
- Litigation and legal history disclosure
- Complete fee schedule and franchisee financial obligations
- Territory arrangements and exclusivity terms
- ASEAN market standards alignment review
Typical timeline: 7–14 working days
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Service 03
Licensing Agreement & IP Licence Structuring
SGD 1,350
Drafting and negotiation of licensing agreements for businesses granting or acquiring rights to use trademarks, technology, content, or other intellectual property. The service covers scope of licence definition, royalty and fee structures, quality control and brand standards provisions, sublicensing terms, and termination and reversion clauses.
The team also advises on tax implications of cross-border licensing arrangements, particularly withholding tax considerations for royalty payments. Suitable for technology companies licensing software, consumer brands licensing their marks to regional partners, and content creators entering distribution agreements.
What is included:
- Licence scope definition: geography, duration, field of use
- Royalty structures and payment mechanics
- Quality control provisions to protect brand and IP integrity
- Sublicensing conditions and approval mechanisms
- Termination, breach, and IP reversion provisions
- Cross-border withholding tax advisory on royalties
Typical timeline: 10–15 working days
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Which Service is Right for You?
Use this overview to identify which of our services aligns with your current situation.
| Feature | Agreement Drafting & Review | Disclosure Document | IP Licence Structuring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Franchisors & Franchisees | Expanding Franchisors | IP Owners & Licensees |
| Price | SGD 580 | SGD 450 | SGD 1,350 |
| Typical timeline | 5–10 working days | 7–14 working days | 10–15 working days |
| Written commentary | |||
| ASEAN market awareness | |||
| Cross-border tax advisory | — | — | |
| Revisions included |
Standards
Shared Across All Services
Confidentiality
All client information is handled under strict confidentiality obligations consistent with Singapore professional conduct rules.
Written Engagement Letters
Every engagement is documented in writing with agreed scope, fee, and timeline before work commences.
Revisions Included
At least one round of revisions is included in each fixed-fee engagement to accommodate feedback after the initial draft.
Qualified Solicitors
All work is conducted by solicitors holding valid practising certificates issued by the Law Society of Singapore.
Commercial Awareness
Legal advice is informed by understanding of the commercial context — not delivered in isolation from the business purpose of the arrangement.
Final Walkthrough
On completion, we discuss the key provisions of the document with the client to confirm understanding and address any outstanding questions.
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Tell Us About Your Matter
Send us a brief description of what you need and we will confirm which service applies and provide an engagement letter within two working days.
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