Franchising & Retail
Uncomplicated, Expert Advice.
Hitch Advisory advise Australia’s leading Retailers and Franchisors on day-to-day legal matters, leasing, dispute resolution and employment and are experts in Franchising Code compliance.
Retail and Franchising
Your Retail and Franchising Experts
Hitch Advisory are proud to support Australia’s leading retailers and franchised networks with their legal needs. With longstanding relationships with national retailers and franchisors such as Anytime Fitness, Foodco, Guzman Y Gomez, Aje, Zeus Street Greek, Pinot & Picasso, Laser Clinics Australia, Cue Clothing and Yellow Brick Road (to name a few) – Hitch offers an “outsourced inhouse” solution to ensure we seamlessly support the business.
Our Retail and Franchising team are experts in Franchising Code of Conduct compliance and have specialist knowledge in fitness, health, beauty and food franchising.
We know the ins and outs of running a successful retail business, from development, growth and onwards towards an exit.
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Key clients
Client overview
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Meet us
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Joel Marshall
Principal
Industry focus
BIOGRAPHY
Joel Marshall leads the Hitch Advisory Franchising team at Hitch Advisory.
Having commenced his practice in New Zealand, Joel is well versed in assisting businesses with international expansion, structuring and strategic business advice.
In his down time Joel likes surfing, fishing and exploring the great outdoors.
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Jack Robertson
Senior Associate
Industry focus
BIOGRAPHY
Jack is a Senior Associate in our Corporate and Commercial team, with a particular focus on healthcare (medical and pharmacy).
Acting for a range of corporate clients, Jack has particular expertise dealing in healthcare (medical and pharmacy), M&A, and franchising.
Jack acts on both healthcare transactions as well as advising on regulatory matters in the healthcare space (e.g. Pharmacy Council applications).
With extensive experience advising on transactions and general commercial law, Jack’s advice reflects a strong understanding of the commercial needs and realities of his clients.
Out of the office you will often find Jack scuba diving, camping, and spending time with his family.
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Mariah Jammal
Associate
Industry focus
BIOGRAPHY
Mariah is a dynamic Associate in the Corporate and Commercial team at Hitch Advisory dedicated to assisting clients with all of their commercial needs.
Mariah has a particularly keen interest in navigating the intricate landscapes of mergers and acquisitions and stands out for her enthusiasm, dedication and insight which extends across various sectors, with an emphasis on catering to the intricate needs of pharmacy and healthcare clients.
Mariah has acted on a variety of commercial transactions with deal values of up to $40M+ and provides ongoing legal advice to businesses that range from small enterprises to international retailers.
Beyond her professional commitments, you will usually find Mariah exploring new restaurants and bars with family and friends.
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Marnie Preece
Lawyer
Industry focus
BIOGRAPHY
Marnie is a lawyer in the Corporate and Commercial team and assists in commercial disputes, terms of trade, corporate structuring, commercial leasing and general contractual matters.
Marnie has a particular interest in franchising and works with franchisors across various industries to assist with their ongoing legal needs. In particular she has assisted leading businesses clients such as Guzman y Gomez, Toni & Guy, Zeus Street Greek and Anytime Fitness with a broad range of franchising issues and disputes.
Marnie takes a pragmatic approach to commercial matters and strives to achieve the best possible outcome for clients.
In her spare time Marnie likes to knit and walk her greyhound, Peach.
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