Andrae Marrocco

Andrae is a partner in the Business Law Group and Co-Leader of the Franchise and Distribution Law Group in the Toronto office of McMillan LLP. Andrae Marrocco’s transactional practice is focused on domestic and international franchise and distribution matters. He has particular expertise in complex franchise arrangements, franchise system mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and cross-border / international transactions. Andrae works with businesses and franchise systems at all stages of maturity across a range of industries, including professional services, technology, automotive, restaurant, retail, fitness and health care, childcare and education, real estate, manufacturing and commercial services. Numerous legal ranking publications recognize Andrae for his work in franchise law. Advising on all aspects of Canadian franchise and distribution law, Andrae provides guidance on structuring and expansion strategies, negotiation of franchise, master franchise and area development agreements, distribution and licensing agreements, regulatory and disclosure compliance, trademarks, acquisitions and dispositions, system changes, disputes and enforcement. He has significant experience advising foreign franchisors expanding into the Canadian market. He is an active member of various North American franchise organizations, serving on steering committees, and holds the “Certified Franchise Executive” designation from the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives.