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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Franchising

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada

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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

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Removing your obstacles, supporting your success
Our Franchise and Distribution team brings together lawyers from across the country and across all critical disciplines to offer comprehensive, client-focused, and practical legal solutions for the diverse business and operational challenges facing franchise systems today.


Unique, multi-dimensional perspectives
Multi-jurisdictional franchise clients operating in both highly-regulated industries such as automotive, energy, health, and telecommunications, as well as traditional franchise industries such as hospitality or food and beverage, count on our integrated approach and seamless service to drive unparalleled efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Our team incorporates the insights of trained and experienced in-house counsel from leading franchise systems across multiple sectors, and the nation’s top franchise lawyers recognized by reputable ranking agencies such as Chambers Canada, ensuring your needs are reflected in both the quality of our advice and the enhanced manner in which we deliver legal services.

Chambers Review

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Franchising - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault has a recognised national footprint and is well-versed in both transactional and contentious franchising law matters. The law firm offers expertise in the full gamut of matters arising in this space, drawing on its broad service offering to act as a one-stop shop for franchisors. Partners and associates based in Toronto and Vancouver advise clients ranging in size from emerging businesses and mid-market players to global corporations in a variety of sectors, including food and beverages, telecommunications, medical, education, hospitality and automotive. The law firm's offices in New York and London, England position it well to assist international franchising clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • McCarthy Tétrault represented several ActionCOACH Canada franchisees from Ontario and Québec in disputes with the franchisor over disclosure and misrepresentation issues.

Strengths

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  • The team's knowledge base is excellent and you always get a full perspective, which is really helpful.

    Franchising respondentCanada

  • McCarthy's is renowned for its expertise in corporate law and complex litigation.

    Franchising respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Stephanie Sugar
    Stephanie Sugar

    Stephanie Sugar

    Stephanie Sugar has a strong contentious practice, with notable expertise in handling franchise disputes and wider commercial litigation matters. She is additionally skilled at assisting companies with market entries and the revision of franchise agreements, notably for clients in the automotive and education sectors.

    • Stephanie provides excellent advisory services, insightful analysis and strong communication.

      Franchising respondentCanada

    • Stephanie is an expert in the field. She provides clarity and understanding.

      Franchising respondentCanada
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