Buyer's guide · 2026
Best Franchise Attorneys & FDD Firms for Wellness Brands
Whether you're drafting a Franchise Disclosure Document or reviewing one before you buy, franchise law is a specialty — general business counsel is rarely enough. These firms range from full-service franchise practices to focused FDD boutiques. Match the firm to your side of the table and your stage.
Short answer
For most wellness franchises, DLA Piper is our pick for franchise attorneys & FDD firms — Best full-service franchise practice. A large firm with deep franchise and distribution expertise for complex, multi-state systems and franchisor-side work.
Also worth considering: Cheng Cohen (Best for emerging franchisors), Goldstein Law Firm (Best FDD boutique), Lathrop GPM (Best established franchise team).
Best full-service franchise practice
#1DLA Piper
A large firm with deep franchise and distribution expertise for complex, multi-state systems and franchisor-side work.
Best for emerging franchisors
#2Cheng Cohen
A franchise-focused boutique well suited to brands building their first FDD and franchise program.
Best FDD boutique
#3Goldstein Law Firm
A focused franchise practice for FDD drafting, registration, and compliance without big-firm overhead.
Best established franchise team
#4Lathrop GPM
A long-standing franchise practice with broad experience across franchisor and franchisee matters.
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