Franchising: Oversee legal aspects of franchise development, compliance, and regulatory requirements, including: Advise on franchise system development, including agreements, franchise execution procedures, and franchisee relations; Provide legal support for franchise expansion, and brand rollout initiatives; Oversee the preparation, registration and maintenance of Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and related filings; Ensure compliance with all franchise regulations, including Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Franchise Rule and state disclosure requirements; Manage franchise issuance processes, including new franchise sales, company sales, transfers, and renewals/extensions; Develop and implement franchise policies, procedures, and best practices for franchise operations; Ensure franchise execution procedures align with applicable laws and company policies; and . Development: Draft, review, and negotiate development agreements including leases, vendor contracts, land acquisition deals, construction contracts, subordination and non-disturbance contracts and related documents; Ensure contracts align with company objectives and minimize legal risks; Ensure development projects comply with local, state and federal regulations; Advise on zoning laws, land use policies, and environmental compliance; Develop policies to ensure legal and ethical compliance in development operations; Identify potential legal risks in development projects and propose mitigation strategies; and .