LAWYER PROFILE

Lara Nathans

Canada 2026

McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Retail

Nationwide - Canada

7 years ranked

About

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Canada

Practice Areas

Lara is the founder and Co-Leader of our Retail and Consumer Markets Group and a partner in our Business Law Group. She is a trusted advisor to consumer-facing businesses looking to establish or grow in the Canadian market, leveraging her industry experience to help clients navigate the changing landscape, capitalize on opportunities and overcome challenges. She advises global retailers and brands entering Canada (through M&A, e-commerce, bricks and mortar or a combination) on their market entry strategies and related legal issues. Retail industry clients seek out her advice on multifaceted issues and matters such as operational issues, new channels, business lines and customer experiences, and growth across markets. Lara excels at negotiating M&A transactions, loyalty and credit card programs and commercial matters for retailers (including e-commerce/digital) and consumer facing businesses. She provides strategic, industry-focused guidance on multifaceted strategic and operational issues.

Career

Ontario, 2002.

Professional Memberships

Canadian Bar Association, Law Society of Ontario, Ontario Bar Association.

Publications

Cross-Border, a Retailer’s Guide to Doing Business in Canada

Personal

Lara serves on the Supplier Advisory Committee of The Home Depot of Canada Foundation. She is a frequent speaker on issues facing retailers and brands, including at World Retail Congress, Global Department Store Summit, Luxury Law Summit and our own Retail and Consumer Markets Summit.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Canada Guide

Retail - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Lara Nathans has a strong track record assisting household-name brands with their Canadian expansion plans, as well as advising on a range of commercial issues. She is based in the firm's Toronto office.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Lara is a star. She is responsive, practical, knowledgeable and also very well connected within the firm and the industry.
RetailChambers Canada Guide
Lara is very responsive and client focused.
RetailChambers Canada Guide
Lara is a pioneer in the retail space.
RetailChambers Canada Guide
She's exceptional.
RetailChambers Canada Guide