Franchising

Geoffrey Shaw is a litigation lawyer based in Toronto who is widely recognised for his work on franchising disputes, with further experience of arbitration and mediation. His clientele includes companies in the automotive and food and beverage sectors.

"Geoffrey Shaw has good experience."

Larry Weinberg is a prominent franchising lawyer based in Toronto who is recognised as a leader in the field. His practice includes assisting with brand expansion for international clients into Canada, as well as drafting franchise agreements and M&A.

"Larry Weinberg is the best of the best, no question."

"Larry Weinberg offers awareness of what our business needs, offers changes in franchising markets and helps us with understanding the flexibilities that we have."

"Larry Weinberg is personable, realistic in his advice and intuitive, and he spots issues."

"Larry Weinberg sets the bar that all franchise lawyers aspire to in terms of his knowledge and his commitment to his clients and the industry."

"He is extremely responsive and has the ability to get us to the right person, even outside of franchising."

Frank Robinson is a Toronto-based lawyer who advises both domestic and international clients on a range of franchising issues. He has a notable presence in compliance and is actively involved in franchising disputes. He has significant experience in the cannabis and food and beverage sectors, and also acts as co-chair of the firm's hospitality practice.

"Frank Robinson is always very responsive, creative and, no pun intended, frank in all discussions, which is greatly appreciated."

"Frank Robinson is great. He is very thoughtful and figures out what our needs are."

Peter Snell represents a wide variety of clients, most notably those from the food and beverage sector. Based in Vancouver, he is especially strong in advising international brands on franchising matters in Canada, including franchise agreements and business expansions.

"We work on nuanced and complex issues with him."

"Peter Snell is wonderful to work with and easygoing. He knows his profession very well but also understands our business. He makes my life a lot easier and it is a true pleasure to work with him."

"Peter Snell is a highly experienced partner who I have enjoyed working with."

Derek Ronde is a litigator based in Toronto who is notably active in the franchising space. His experience includes representing franchisors in class actions and providing counsel on a variety of corporate, commercial and litigation matters.

Toronto-based Noah Leszcz is instructed by clients from a range of sectors including cannabis, retail and hospitality. He draws upon his expertise to notably advise on franchise agreements, compliance and footprint expansions.

"Noah Leszcz is an excellent partner."

"He is personable and shows deep commitment to the industry."