Where can I find the names and addresses of Belocal's agents for service of process in states that require them?
Belocal Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Exhibit J identifies the names and addresses of our agents for service of process in certain states that require we appoint them upon our registration there. Our agent for service of process in Delaware is National Registered Agents, Inc., 1209 Orange Street, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Belocal's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the names and addresses of their agents for service of process in states that require them are listed in Exhibit J. For the state of Delaware, the agent for service of process is National Registered Agents, Inc., located at 1209 Orange Street, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801.
Most franchisors who register their franchise offering in multiple states must appoint a registered agent in each state to receive legal notices or be served with a lawsuit. This ensures that the franchisor can be properly notified of any legal proceedings.
As a prospective franchisee, it is important to review Exhibit J to identify the agent for service of process in your state, if applicable. This information is crucial if you ever need to serve legal documents to Belocal. If your state is not listed, it means Belocal may not be registered there or that they are acting as their own agent for service of process in that state.