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Provided by Debi Sutin

Canada

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Debi Sutin is a Partner at Sotos LLP and recognized as one of Canada's leading franchise lawyers. With more than 30 years of experience, she advises Canadian and international franchisors across all industries on every aspect of Canadian franchise law, including franchise regulatory compliance and best practices for establishing and maintaining successful franchise systems and relationships.

Debi also advises on managing cross-border transactions, supply and distribution agreements, corporate and commercial law, and mergers & acquisitions.

She is committed to providing sound, practical business advice and timely service. Debi is passionate about making clients feel at ease and helping them understand the details of their transactions, including franchise compliance, best practices for franchise relations, and early dispute resolution.

Debi is an active contributor to the franchise community. She is a long-serving member of the Ontario Bar Association Franchise Law Section, served as co-chair of the 2017 OBA Annual Franchise Law Conference, and is a frequent writer and speaker at industry & professional events on franchise law.

Career

Year of Call: 1986 - Ontario Bar

Professional Memberships

Ontario Bar Association Franchise Law Section

Canadian Franchise Association

American Bar Association Forum on Franchising

International Franchise Association

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Chambers Canada Guide

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Debi Sutin is an accomplished lawyer whose clients include companies in the education and food and beverage sectors. She frequently advises on the establishment and development of international franchises within Canada. She is based in Gowling WLG's Hamilton office.

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