In this briefing, IFA General Counsel Sarah Davies and Keri McWilliams of Nixon Peabody discuss new guidance from the New York Attorney General’s Office establishing an Early Review Renewal Registration Program aimed at reducing delays in franchise registration renewals. The session explains how franchisors can submit substantially complete renewal filings before audited financials are finalized, outlines key eligibility requirements and deadlines, and reviews common application deficiencies identified by regulators. The speakers also discuss New York’s expedited review process for pending franchise sales and share practical tips to help franchisors avoid delays in processing their renewal applications.