In California, who serves as the agent for service of process for Cinnabon, and what is their address?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Cinnabon Franchisor SPV LLC, the seller of these franchises, authorizes the agencies shown on Exhibit G to receive service of process for it in certain states.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 114–399)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Cinnabon Franchisor SPV LLC authorizes agencies shown on Exhibit G to receive service of process for it in certain states. The FDD does not specify which agent in California is authorized to receive service of process on behalf of Cinnabon. To find this information, a prospective franchisee should review Exhibit G of the FDD.
Service of process is the procedure by which a party to a lawsuit gives appropriate notice to another party that a legal action has been commenced against them. States often require franchisors to designate an agent within the state to receive these legal notices, ensuring that local franchisees have a clear and reliable way to serve legal papers.
Without knowing the specific agent for service of process in California, a franchisee would not know who to officially notify if they needed to serve legal documents to Cinnabon. Therefore, it is important to review Exhibit G of the FDD and understand who is authorized to receive service of process in California.