In the Spray Net franchise agreement, to which state court does the franchisee irrevocably submit to jurisdiction?

According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement is governed by Illinois law. Specifically, the Illinois Addendum to the Franchise Agreement states that franchisees irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction and venue of federal and state courts in Illinois. This applies except for matters that the agreement specifies will be resolved through arbitration.

This means that if a Spray Net franchisee in Illinois has a legal dispute with the company that is not subject to arbitration, they must pursue the case in either federal or state court within Illinois. This clause ensures that legal proceedings will occur in a location convenient for Spray Net, which is a common practice in franchising agreements.

It is important for prospective Spray Net franchisees to understand this jurisdiction clause, as it dictates where they may need to travel and hire local counsel if a dispute arises. Franchisees should carefully consider the implications of this clause and consult with an attorney to fully understand their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement.