As the annual Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) update season approaches, franchisors must navigate evolving disclosure requirements, system changes, and increased regulatory scrutiny. This panel brings together leading franchise attorneys and mediators to provide clear, practical guidance for the 2025 update cycle.

Panelists will share insights from decades of experience in franchise law, dispute resolution, and in-house leadership. Their combined perspectives will help franchisors identify risks, strengthen disclosures, and avoid the issues that commonly lead to litigation or regulatory challenges.

What Will Be Discussed

• Key legal and regulatory updates affecting 2025 FDDs
• How to assess and update fees, Item 19s, and system changes
• Common dispute themes—and how better disclosures prevent them
• Mediation insights: how FDD drafting impacts conflict outcomes
• Practical timelines and best practices for a smooth update process

Attendees will gain actionable takeaways to ensure their FDDs are accurate, compliant, and protective of the brand heading into the new franchise year.

Host:
Ari N. Stern, Fox Rothschild

Panelists:
Arthur L. Pressman, Dispute Resolution Services
Brian Balconi, Balconi Mediation Services
Eric Sigman, Ruberto, Israel & Weiner, P.C.

Please note that there is a cost to attend.