How can service of process be made for legal actions related to the Gokhale Method agreement?

According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, the registered agent authorized to receive service of process for Gokhale Method Institute, Inc. is Esther Gokhale. The address for Esther Gokhale is Gokhale Method Institute, Inc., 3790 El Camino Real, #1033, Palo Alto, CA 94306. This means that if a legal action is filed against Gokhale Method, the legal documents can be officially delivered to Esther Gokhale at the specified address.

This information is crucial for franchisees as it clarifies the proper procedure for serving legal documents to the franchisor. Serving the documents to the correct registered agent ensures that Gokhale Method receives legal notice, which is essential for due process. Failure to serve the documents correctly could result in legal complications or delays.

It is important to note that the FDD also includes Exhibit H, which lists appropriate state agencies to which violations of federal and state law may be reported if the FDD was not delivered on time or contains false or misleading statements or material omissions. Franchisees should keep this information in mind should they encounter any issues with the disclosure document itself.