We thrive on long-term partnerships because that’s where we deliver the most value. You get more than legal answers—you get a team that understands your business, helps you plan ahead, and works with you to build a stronger, more resilient franchise system over time.- Debi Sutin, Leader, Franchise & Distribution Law Group
Franchising
Take your franchise further, faster
Scale smart and protect what matters with legal advisors who see the bigger picture.
Franchising is more than a growth strategy—it’s the foundation of your brand, your business relationships and your reputation. Whether you’re entering new markets, updating agreements, or navigating complex disputes, every move you make has real-world consequences across your network.
That’s why we go beyond the basics to support franchisors across every stage of growth—combining legal precision and expertise with broader business understanding and a focus on solutions to anticipate how every decision impacts your broader goals.
One team. Every angle.
We don’t believe in siloed advice or one-off transactions. Our approach is integrated, responsive, and built to help your business succeed long-term. Here’s how we do things differently:
- 360-degree solutions: Franchise agreements may be the foundation—but they’re one piece of a wider puzzle. Our team combines experienced lawyers across IP, tax, real estate, employment and advertising law to help you manage your franchise network holistically. Whether you’re structuring new entities, securing trademark protection, or renegotiating leases, we’ve got the bench strength to keep things moving.
- Business advice at every stage: We don’t just react to problems—we help you get ahead of them. Whether you’re evaluating new markets, onboarding franchisees, or planning for succession, our legal professionals act as true business advisors, invested in your long-term success and helping you think through the wider impact of every decision.
- Your partner in franchise disputes: Franchise disputes go well beyond the letter of the law—they touch your brand, your operations and your future. We’ve represented franchisors in many complex and high-stakes disputes, and we approach each one with a deep understanding of what’s truly at risk. Whatever the challenge, we remain by your side—working to resolve issues efficiently while keeping the reputation of your franchise system intact.
Service that puts you at the centre
Franchising touches nearly every aspect of business law—and our team is built to support you across all of them. From single-location launches to multinational franchise systems, we’ve supported franchisors of all sizes and across a range of sectors. We know how to scale what works, fix what doesn’t, and provide pragmatic advice rooted in decades of experience. Discover our services:
Franchise agreements and disclosure documents
Secure watertight contracts and disclosure documents that protect your brand, meet statutory requirements, and reduce exposure to disputes. We help you structure clear, enforceable relationships that scale with your business.
Trademark registration, licensing, and brand protection
Tax strategy
Real estate transactions
Employment, labour, and regulatory compliance
Franchise litigation, arbitration, and enforcement
Cross-border expansion and international market entry
Business formation and restructuring
We thrive on long-term partnerships because that’s where we deliver the most value. You get more than legal answers—you get a team that understands your business, helps you plan ahead, and works with you to build a stronger, more resilient franchise system over time.- Debi Sutin, Leader, Franchise & Distribution Law Group
