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Aird & Berlis LLP
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Partnership. Results. Success.
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| Brookfield Place, 181 Bay St, Suite 1800, Box 754
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| Toronto, ON M5J 2T9, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 865-4628 / (416) 863-1500 |
| Fax: (416) 863-1515 |
| Web: www.airdberlis.com |
| Email: nlevitt@airdberlis.com |
| Contact: Edward (Ned) Levitt, Partner |
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| Aird & Berlis LLP’s Franchise and Distribution Law Group provides exceptional services in all aspects of franchise law. Ned Levitt, chair of our group, is one of Canada’s leading authorities on franchise law. He provides legal services to Canadian and international clients on all aspects of Canadian franchise, licensing and distribution law and has represented some of the world’s foremost franchises. Ned has written many leading franchise publications, including Canadian Franchise Legislation. |
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Alepin Gauthier Avocats Inc., Attorneys at Law
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| 3080 Le Carrefour Boulevard, Suite 601
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| Laval, QC H7T 2R5, Canada
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| Phone: (450) 681-3080 |
| Fax: (450) 681-1476 |
| Web: http://www.alepin.com |
| Email: info@alepin.com |
| Contact: Francois Alepin, Partner |
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| Since its establishment in 1978, Alepin Gauthier has built its reputation on the quality and strength of its interventions within many fields of practice, particularly in matters affecting directly and indirectly franchising. Alepin Gauthier has been involved in franchise law since 1979, making him one of the key players in this field. |
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| In Business Since: 1978 |
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Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP
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| 700 West Georgia Street, Suite 2700
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| Vancouver, BC V7Y 1B8, Canada
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| Phone: (604) 484-1726 |
| Fax: (604) 484-9726 |
| Web: http://www.ahbl.ca |
| Email: jrost@ahbl.ca |
| Contact: Judy Rost, Partner |
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| Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP is a leading Vancouver-based Canadian law firm providing a wide range of litigation/dispute resolution and business law services. Our Franchise Practice assists clients in all facets of Canadian franchise law. We act primarily for franchisors and master franchisees. Our services span the spectrum from initial structuring of new or expanding franchise systems, to ongoing operational advice and litigation and dispute resolution and advocacy where required. |
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| In Business Since: 1973 |
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AUDAXlaw
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| 20 Queen Street W, Suite 3300
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| Toronto, ON M5H 3R3
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| Phone: (416)862-8329 |
| Fax: (416)862-8330 |
| Web: www.audaxlaw.com |
| Email: arturo.pugliese@audaxlaw.com |
| Contact: Arturo R. Pugliese, Lawyer / Principal |
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| AUDAXlaw is a boutique law firm providing experienced and cost effective representation to franchisors, individual franchisees and master franchisees in all aspects of franchising. Complimented by a strong background in business and real estate law, we work on a personal level with each of our clients in order to provide them with both the practical and legal advice best suited to achieving their particular business objectives and strategies. |
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| In Business Since: 2001 |
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Becker & Company Lawyers
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| 230 - 19150 Lougheed Highway
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| Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2H6, Canada
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| Phone: (604) 465-9993 |
| Fax: (604) 465-0066 |
| Web: www.beckerlawyers.ca |
| Email: emollema@beckerlawyers.ca |
| Contact: Eric Mollema, Senior Franchise Consultant |
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| Our franchising division has for over 30 years focused on a full, end to end, franchise service going beyond legal support. Throughout North America we are there on day one of the franchisor's business and support all aspects of franchise network implementation to qualify the right franchisee, thereby freeing up the franchisor's time to focus on getting more franchisees on board. We advise on all aspects of the franchise relationship, legal documentation and dispute resolution. |
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| In Business Since: 1981 |
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Bédard Business Law
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| 159 Wellington Street, Suite # 2
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| Kingston, ON K7L 4X1, Canada
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| Phone: (613) 542-3552 |
| Fax: (613) 542-1034 |
| Web: www.bedardlegal.com |
| Email: jb@bedardlegal.com |
| Contact: Jean Bédard, Q.C., Principal |
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| Practicing in association with Kelly Santini LLP from Ottawa. Serving franchisors and franchisees. Jean Bédard is a member of the Quebec and Ontario Bars with 30+ years of experience acquired in-house and in private practice, including in a Toronto Franchise Law boutique firm. Il a reçu en 2002 la désignation d’Expert accrédité en franchisage et est Gouverneur du Conseil québécois de la franchise. Il offre une perspective unique aux franchiseurs québécois désirant s’implanter en Ontario. |
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| In Business Since: 2006 |
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Bennett Jones LLP
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| 855 - 2nd Street SW, Suite 4500
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| Calgary, AB T2P 4K7, Canada
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| Phone: (403) 298-3336 |
| Fax: (403) 265-7219 |
| Web: http://www.bennettjones.com |
| Email: colemanm@bennettjones.com |
| Contact: Murray G. Coleman, Franchise Practice Group Leader |
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| Bennett Jones LLP is a top-tier law firm with offices in Canada, the Middle East and China. We are an internationally recognized full-service law firm. We provide legal services and advice on provincial, national and international franchise matters and associated areas to both franchisors and franchisees in all industries. We assist franchisors with franchise structuring, compliance with legislation, preparation of franchise agreements, dispute resolution and franchise litigation. |
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| In Business Since: 1922 |
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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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| 199 Bay St, Suite 4000, Commerce Court West
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| Toronto, ON M5L 1A9, Canada
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| Phone: Main: (416) 863-2400 / Direct: (416) 863-4196 |
| Fax: (416) 863-2653 |
| Web: http://www.blakes.com |
| Email: david.shaw@blakes.com |
| Contact: David Shaw, Partner |
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| Blakes is a leading business law firm with offices across Canada, in the U.S., the U.K., China and the Gulf Region. We are committed to providing practical comprehensive advice to franchisors and master franchisees on all aspects of their businesses and have represented clients in various industry sectors including hotel, restaurant, automotive, retail, financial, corporate training, educational and other business, household and personal services. In franchising, Blakes means business. |
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| In Business Since: 1856 |
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Blaney McMurtry LLP
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Expect the Best
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| 2 Queen St E, Suite 1500
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| Toronto, ON M5C 3G5, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 593-1221 / 416 593 3931 |
| Fax: (416) 593-2978 |
| Web: http://www.blaney.com |
| Email: tgreenbloom@blaney.com |
| Contact: H Todd Greenbloom, Partner |
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| Full-service law firm providing legal services for all aspects of franchising. |
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| In Business Since: 1954 |
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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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| 1200 Waterfront Centre, 200 Burrard Street
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| Vancouver, BC V7X 1T2, Canada
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| Phone: 604-640-4130 |
| Fax: 604-622-5897 |
| Web: http://www.blgcanada.com |
| Email: brebane@blg.com |
| Contact: Blair Rebane, Partner |
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| It Begins with Service – We are a major full-service national law firm with offices in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Waterloo, Calgary and Vancouver. We provide practical legal advice and assistance in the preparation and negotiation of franchise documentation and the resolution of franchise disputes. |
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Boughton Law Corporation
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| Suite 700- 595 Burrard Street
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| Vancouver, BC V7X 1S8, Canada
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| Phone: (604) 684-1800 |
| Fax: (604) 683-5317 |
| Web: http://www.boughton.ca |
| Email: twilson@boughton.ca |
| Contact: Tony Wilson, Associate Counsel |
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| Vancouver franchise lawyer Tony Wilson has over 25 years of experience in Franchise Law and is ranked as a leading Canadian Franchise lawyer by LEXPERT. He is the author of the best selling “BUYING A FRANCHISE IN CANADA-UNDERSTANDING AND NEGOTIATING YOUR FRANCHISE AGREEMENT”. Practicing with Boughton Law Corporation in Vancouver, he advises Franchisors, Franchisees and Masters on all aspects of Franchise Law including disclosure, intellectual property and mediation of disputes. |
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| In Business Since: 1949 |
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Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP
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Common Sense, Uncommon Innovation
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| Suite 2400, 525-8th Ave SW
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| Calgary, AB T2P 1G1 , Canada
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| Phone: (403) 260-0130 / (888) 370-5277 |
| Fax: (403) 260-0332 |
| Web: www.BDPLAW.com |
| Email: gwowk@BDPLAW.com |
| Contact: George Wowk, Lawyer |
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| Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer is a Calgary-based full-service business law firm. BD&P provides legal advice on all aspects of franchising, including franchise agreements, disclosure documents, branding, promotion, dispute resolution and litigation. We advise both franchisors and franchisees and our clients range from both individuals wishing to purchase a franchise as well as franchisors of national franchise systems. BD&P strives to provide practical and solutions-oriented advice to our clients |
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| In Business Since: 1905 |
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Business Lawgix, LLP
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Lawyers - Consultants - Advisors
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| Toronto Office: 100 King Street West, Suite 5700, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5X 1C7
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| Oakville Office: 2275 Upper Middle Road East, Suite 101, Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6H 0C3
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| Phone: Toronto: T/F (416) 504-2288 / Oakville: T/F (905) 337-2288 |
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| Web: www.businesslawgix.com |
| Email: vtsui@businesslawgix.com |
| Contact: Vin G. Tsui, Managing Partner |
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| We are an innovative law firm offering legal, advisory, consulting and coaching services to businesses of all sizes in a variety of industries. Our services are specifically designed to help businesses reduce risks, make better decisions and improve efficiency. We focus on prevention to keep your business risks from becoming business problems. Whether you are a franchisor or a franchisee, we can help. Give us a call and experience the Business Lawgix difference... you'll be glad you did! |
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Campbell Cohen Law
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| Sherbrooke, QC H3H 1E8
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| Phone: (888) 947-9445 / (514) 940-4603 |
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| Web: www.canadavisa.com/ |
| Email: matthew@canadavisa.com |
| Contact: Matthew Cohen, mployment Immigration Specialist |
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Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
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| Scotia Plaza, Suite 2100, 40 King St W
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| Toronto, ON M5H 3C2, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 860-2987 / (416) 869-5982 |
| Fax: (416) 640-3043 / (416) 350-6916 |
| Web: http://www.casselsbrock.com |
| Email: lweinberg@casselsbrock.com |
| Contact: Larry Weinberg / Geoff Shaw, Partners, Franchise Law Group |
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| Cassels Brock is a full-service, business law firm providing knowledgeable advice in all legal and practical aspects of franchising, including franchise agreements, disclosure law compliance, dispute resolution and litigation. The chair of our group, Larry Weinberg, serves as the Chair of the Ontario Bar Association’s Franchise Law Section, and was co-author of the CFA’s official book “How To Franchise Your Business". |
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| In Business Since: 1875 |
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| CFA FSS Member Since: 1997 |
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Claude J. Pellan, Attorney
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Franchise and Business Law
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| 195 Chambly Road, Suite 213
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| Longueuil, QC J4H 3L3, Canada
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| Phone: (450) 674-5551 / 514-703-2195 |
| Fax: (450) 674-9022 |
| Web: www.claudepellan.com |
| Email: info@claudepellan.com |
| Contact: Claude J. Pellan |
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| A strategic partner combining canadian in-house counsel and private practice experience summarizes his offering to manufacturers, distributors, franchisors, franchisees and groups of franchisees. As a former Director of Legal Affairs for IGA (now Sobey’s) and The Forzani Group Ltd. (Sports Chek, Sports Experts, etc.), Claude J. Pellan has acquired over 23 years of experience in franchise, marketing and business law. PELLAN means EXPERIENCED ADVICE and PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS. |
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| In Business Since: 1989 |
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Dale & Lessmann LLP
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| 2100-181 University Avenue
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| Toronto, Ontario M5H 3M7, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 369-7883 |
| Fax: (416) 863-1009 |
| Web: www.dalelessmann.com |
| Email: cfinkelstein@dalelessmann.com |
| Contact: Chad Finkelstein, Partner |
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| Dale & Lessmann represents franchisors and franchisees in the drafting, review and negotiation of all franchise agreements, disclosure documents and other related franchise documentation. We assist foreign franchisors in entering the Canadian market and regularly prepare master franchise agreements and area developer agreements. We advise on all matters relating to franchising, including corporate, real estate, litigation, distribution, contests, advertising and trademark law. |
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David Kornhauser c/o Macdonald Sager Manis, LLP
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“Business Lawyers for Entrepreneurs”
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| 150 York Street, Suite 800
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| Toronto, ON M5H 3S5, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 862-6280 (direct) / (416) 364-1553 (general) |
| Fax: (416) 862-6287 (direct) |
| Web: http://www.msmlaw.ca |
| Email: dkornhauser@msmlaw.ca |
| Contact: David Kornhauser |
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| Providing professional and practical advice to franchisors, franchisees and franchise associations on all aspects of franchise law. We design strategies and solutions to meet each client's individual legal and business needs, all in a cost effective manner. By developing and fostering close working relationships, we are always aware of our clients' unique requirements. Every problem, case or situation, whether litigious or non-litigious, is approached on the basis of its unique character. |
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Davis LLP
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| Toronto, ON M5X 1E2, Canada
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| Phone: John L. Rogers, Toronto (416) 941-5399 |
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| Email: jrogers@davis.ca |
| Contact: Montréal (514) 392-8406 Pablo Guzman, Calgary (403) 698-8705 Dana Schindelka |
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| Davis LLP's National Franchise and Distribution Group has extensive experience in all aspects of franchise law, including structuring new franchise systems, preparing or upgrading franchise agreements and disclosure documents, and expanding foreign franchise systems to Canada. Our firm has expertise in related areas such as intellectual property; internet and e-commerce; personal information disclosure and privacy; arbitration and litigation; employment law; taxation and immigration. |
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Dentons Canada LLP
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| Phone: (514) 878-8825 / (514) 878-8800 |
| Fax: (514) 866-2241 |
| Web: http://www.dentons.com |
| Email: stephane.teasdale@dentons.com |
| Contact: Stéphane Teasdale, Partner |
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| Dentons Canada LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. Dentons has a team of more than 500 lawyers, with offices in Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver. We offer the depth of experience and trusted legal advice that helps our clients to succeed. Our lawyers represent local, national and international franchise systems of all sizes. Dentons provides legal counsel to franchisors throughout their development. |
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Devry Smith Frank LLP, Lawyers & Mediators
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| Toronto, ON M3C 3E9, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 449-1400 |
| Fax: (416) 449-7071 |
| Web: www.devrylaw.ca |
| Email: info@devrylaw.ca |
| Contact: Meliha Waddell, Marketing and Office Manager |
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| Devry Smith Frank LLP has advised and advocated for corporations, individuals and small businesses since 1964. We are a mid-market alternative with a reputation for being approachable, professional and practical. Our rapid growth reflects client confidence - confidence we've built one client at a time. We advise publicly traded financial institutions, emerging private companies and the nimblest of start-ups and our expertise spans many industries. |
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Dorsey & Whitney LLP
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| Phone: (800) 566-1718 / (206) 903-8700 |
| Fax: (206) 903-8820 |
| Web: www.dorsey.com |
| Email: duvall.gary@dorsey.com |
| Contact: Gary R. Duvall, C.F.E., Partner |
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| We serve Canadian franchise companies seeking to expand to the U.S., and their Canadian lawyers. We are the only international law firm that maintains, for your convenience, offices practicing U.S. and international law in Vancouver and Toronto. Our franchise group represents franchisors inbound to the U.S. from all over the world. We also help Canadian companies raise capital in the U.S., obtain visas and work permits, register trademarks, and structure to minimize taxes. Nous parlons français. |
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Fasken Martineau Dumoulin LLP
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| Phone: (416) 868-3530 |
| Fax: (416) 364-7813 |
| Web: www.fasken.com |
| Email: djarvis@fasken.com |
| Contact: Darrell Jarvis, Partner |
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| Phone: (905) 631-3653 / (800) 636-6927 |
| Fax: (905) 639-8017 |
| Web: www.fdhlawyers.com |
| Email: mfeltmate@fdhlawyers.com |
| Contact: Miles Feltmate (mfeltmate@fdhlawyers.com), or Brian Heagle (bheagle@fdhlawyers.com) |
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| Feltmate Delibato Heagle LLP is a full-service corporate/commercial-based law firm with offices in Burlington and Oakville. We offer experience and practical advice in all areas of franchising and corporate/commercial law. A team of dedicated professionals with diversified expertise, creating innovative and timely solutions. |
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| Phone: (416)869-1234 |
| Fax: (416)869-0547 |
| Web: www.garfinkle.com |
| Email: jdruxerman@garfinkle.com |
| Contact: Jordan Druxerman, Lawyer |
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Goldman Hine LLP
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| Toronto, Ontario M5H 2Y4
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| Phone: (416) 867-9100 |
| Fax: (416) 867-9103 |
| Web: www.goldmanhine.com |
| Email: s.goldman@goldmanhine.com |
| Contact: Steven H. Goldman, Partner |
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| CFA FSS Member Since: 2010 |
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Goldman Sloan Nash & Haber LLP
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Experience * Determination * Integrity
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| 480 University Avenue, Suite 1802
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| Toronto, ON M5G 1V2, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 597-3398 / (647) 391-4977 |
| Fax: (416) 597-3370 |
| Web: www.gsnh.com; www.FranchiseCounsel.ca |
| Email: laimon@gsnh.com |
| Contact: Kenneth Laimon |
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| The GSNH Franchise Law Team offers comprehensive franchise law representation, providing qualified franchisors and franchisees with advice and legal services relating to every facet of the franchise system, whether transactional or in connection with litigation matters. The team’s new leader, Kenneth S. Laimon, provides expert advice on all aspects of essential franchise documentation, including disclosure documents, franchise agreements, licenses, leases and subleases. |
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Goodmans LLP
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| 3400 - 333 Bay St.
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| Toronto, ON M5H 2S7
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| Phone: (416) 597-4296 |
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| Web: www.goodmans.ca |
| Email: aberg@goodmans.ca |
| Contact: Amalia Berg, Parnter |
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Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP
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| 2300-550 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2B5
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| Phone: Tor (416) 862-7525 Vcr (604) 683-6498 / Direct: Tor (416) 862-3539 Vcr (604) 443-7627 |
| Fax: Tor (416) 862-7661 Vcr (604) 683-3558 |
| Web: www.gowlings.com/Services/franchise-law |
| Email: jeffrey.hoffman@gowlings.com |
| Contact: Toronto: Jeffrey Hoffman, Partner, Vancouver: Leonard H Polsky, Partner |
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| One of Canada’s largest national full-service law firms, with multiple offices. We emphasize franchising, licensing, distribution and intellectual property law for our clients, both domestically and internationally. Offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Waterloo Region, Hamilton, Montreal, Moscow, London and Beijing.
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| In Business Since: 1887 |
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Graham & Dunn PC
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| 2801 Alaskan Way - Suite 300
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| Seattle, WA 98121-1128, USA
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| Phone: (206) 340-9663 / (206) 624-8300 |
| Fax: (206) 340-9599 |
| Web: www.GrahamDunn.com |
| Email: smccarthy@grahamdunn.com |
| Contact: Shannon McCarthy, (206) 340-9663 |
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| In Business Since: 1890 |
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Hodgson Russ LLP
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U.S. Franchise Law - Borders Don't Have To Be Barriers
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| 150 King Street, Suite 2309
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| Toronto, ON M5H 1J9, Canada
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| Phone: (416)595-5100 |
| Fax: (416)595-5021 |
| Web: www.hodgsonruss.com |
| Email: geydt@hodgsonruss.com |
| Contact: George Eydt, Partner |
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| In Business Since: 1817 |
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Hoffer Adler LLP
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“Lawyers Focused on the Needs of Their Clients”
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| Toronto, ON M5G 1T6, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 977-3444 / 416-977-6666 |
| Fax: (416) 977-3332 |
| Web: www.hofferadler.com |
| Email: jadler@hofferadler.com |
| Contact: Joseph Adler, Partner |
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| CFA FSS Member Since: 2004 |
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Jones & Co.
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| 365 Bay Street, 2nd Floor
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| Toronto, ON M5H 2V1, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 703-5716 |
| Fax: (416) 703-6180 |
| Web: www.jonesco-law.ca |
| Email: pjones@jonesco-law.ca |
| Contact: Paul Jones, Principal |
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Keyser Mason Ball, LLP
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| Four Robert Speck Parkway, Suite 1600
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| Mississauga, ON L4Z 1S1, Canada
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| Phone: (905) 276-0422 |
| Fax: (905) 276-2298 |
| Web: www.kmblaw.com |
| Email: adelisle@kmblaw.com |
| Contact: Amy Delisle |
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| In Business Since: 1979 |
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Lapointe Rosenstein Marchand Melançon, LLP
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| 1250 René-Lévesque Blvd W, Suite 1400
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| Montréal, QC H3B 5E9, Canada
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| Phone: (514) 925-6310 / (514) 925-6300 |
| Fax: (514) 925-5010 |
| Web: www.lrmm.com |
| Email: bruno.floriani@lrmm.com |
| Contact: Bruno Floriani, Co-Chair, Franchising, Licensing and Technology Group |
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| With nearly 90 lawyers, Lapointe Rosenstein Marchand Melançon LLP is one the largest independent law firms in Québec who specializes in business & corporate law, insurance, franchising, licensing, intellectual property, tax, finance, real estate & leasing, bankruptcy, mergers & acquisitions, labour & employment, civil, commercial and class action litigation. Always with high standards of service, LRMM has been fulfilling its clients' expectations for expertise, creativity and reliability. |
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| In Business Since: 1966 |
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LAWRENCE, LAWRENCE, STEVENSON LLP
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Brampton’s Business Lawyers
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| 43 Queen Street West
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| Brampton, Ontario L6Y 1L9
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| Phone: (905) 452-6883 |
| Fax: (905) 451-5058 |
| Web: www.lawrences.com |
| Email: lvouloukos@lawrences.com |
| Contact: Louis Vouloukos |
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| As part of Lawrences’ Business Law Group, Louis advises both franchisors and franchisees on all aspects of franchising, including franchise agreements, compliance with franchise laws and regulations, expansion of franchise systems, buying and selling of franchises, franchise disputes, renewal and termination of franchises, organizing franchisee associations, trade-marks, and commercial leasing. Lawrences has been providing exceptional legal services for over 85 years. |
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| In Business Since: 1924 |
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Low Murchison Radnoff LLP
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| Ottawa, ON K1Z 8R1
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| Phone: (613) 236-9442 ext. 170 / Direct Line: (613) 696-1307 |
| Fax: (613) 236-7942 |
| Web: www.lmrlawyers.com |
| Email: hgregoropoulos@lmrlawyers.com |
| Contact: Harry A. Gregoropoulos, Partner |
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| Harry A. Gregoropoulos leads the firm’s Franchise Law Group and offers advice in all areas of franchising to both Franchisors and Franchisees including agreement and disclosure document review and preparation, statutory compliance, franchise start-ups, trademark registration, commercial leasing, construction and development agreements, franchise litigation and dispute resolution. Low Murchison Radnoff is a full service law firm that prides itself on being forward thinking and client focussed. |
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McCarthy Tetrault LLP
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| Suite 5300, Box 48, Toronto Dominion Bank Tower
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| Toronto, Ontario M5K 1E6, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 601-7972 |
| Fax: (416) 868-0673 |
| Web: www.mccarthy.ca |
| Email: wblack@mccarthy.ca |
| Contact: William Black, Partner |
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| In Business Since: 1855 |
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McInnes Cooper
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Atlantic Canada's Law Firm
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| Barker House, Suite 600, 570 Queen St, PO Box 610, Stn A
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| Fredericton, NB E3B 5A6, Canada
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| Phone: (506) 458-1666 |
| Fax: (506) 458-9903 |
| Web: www.mcinnescooper.com |
| Email: michael.melvin@mcinnescooper.com |
| Contact: Michael Melvin, Associate |
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| McInnes Cooper is among the 20 largest law firms in Canada. We serve our clients from seven offices – Halifax, Moncton, St. John's, Fredericton, Saint John, Charlottetown and Summerside. We advise franchisors and franchisees on all aspects of franchise law, including preparation of franchise agreements and disclosure documents, compliance with franchise legislation, implementation of system modifications, resolution of franchise disputes and start-up of new franchise businesses. |
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| In Business Since: 1859 |
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McKenzie Lake Lawyers LLP
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| 300 Dundas Street, London, ON N6B 1T6
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| Satellite office in Victoria, BC , Canada
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| Phone: (800) 261-4844 / (519) 672-5666 x307 |
| Fax: (519) 672-2674 |
| Web: www.mckenzielake.com |
| Email: so@mckenzielake.com |
| Contact: Daniel F. So |
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| The authors of the best-selling franchise textbook "Canadian Franchise Law Handbook", we represent franchisors of all sizes and in all stages of development and franchisees in most major franchise systems. Our clients range in size from individuals investing in franchised businesses to franchisors operating and expanding internationally. All of our clients benefit from our ceaseless dedication to client service, and our effective, efficient and innovative legal services. |
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McMillan LLP
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Where Deals Get Done. ®
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| 181 Bay Street, Suite 4400, Brookfield Place
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| Toronto, ON M5J 2T3, Canada
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| Phone: Toronto: (416) 865-7000 / Vancouver: (604) 689-9111 |
| Fax: Tor: (416) 865-7048/ Vcr: (604) 685-7084 |
| Web: www.mcmillan.ca |
| Email: robert.glass@mcmillan.ca |
| Contact: Toronto: Robert Glass or Brad Hanna, Vancouver: James Bond, Q.C. |
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| Full-service law firm experienced in franchising and distribution including structuring agreements, disclosure compliance, system acquisitions, protecting intellectual property, licensing, real estate, advertising, and dispute resolution. The firm also has expertise in competition law, financing, environmental, insolvency, labour and employment, securities and tax. Offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, Vancouver and Hong Kong. |
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| In Business Since: 1903 |
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| CFA FSS Member Since: 1998 |
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Miller Canfield
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| 443 Ouellette Ave, Windsor, ON N9A 6R4
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| Suite 400, 144 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5J 2L7
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| Phone: (519) 977-1555 / (416) 599-7700 |
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| Web: www.millercanfield.com |
| Email: baksi@millercanfield.com |
| Contact: Bob Baksi |
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| Focused on serving the business community, we assist franchise & distribution clients with start-up, re-organization, expansion and wind-up. Our Canadian lawyers utilize our international offices in the US, Poland, Mexico & China for seamless and economically efficient results whenever international aspects arise. Clients benefit from our 150+ years experience supporting entrepreneurs, & our rapid pragmatic responsiveness. |
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| In Business Since: 1852 |
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Miller Thomson LLP
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| 40 King Street West, Suite 5800
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| Toronto, ON M5H 3S1, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 595-8657 |
| Fax: (416) 595-8695 |
| Web: http://www.millerthomson.com |
| Email: franchises@millerthomson.com |
| Contact: Richard Leblanc, Jane Shackell, Darren Smits, Pascale Cloutier, Bruce Geiger, Gord Plottel |
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| Miller Thomson is a full-service national firm with experience in all aspects of franchising and business law. Our clients include domestic and international franchisors, master franchisees, area developers and multi-unit franchisees. Ask about FranStart incentives for new Franchisors.
Contact: Toronto: R. Leblanc (416.595.8657) Vancouver: G. Plottel (604.643.1245) J. Schackell (604.643.1284) Montréal: P. Cloutier (514.871.5486) Alberta: B. Geiger (780.429.9774) D. Smits (403.298.2409) |
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| In Business Since: 1957 |
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Morrison Brown Sosnovitch LLP
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A Business Law Firm
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| 1 Toronto Street, Suite 910
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| Toronto, ON M5C 2V6, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 368-0600 |
| Fax: (416) 368-6068 |
| Web: http://www.businesslawyers.com |
| Email: dwong@businesslawyers.com |
| Contact: Derwin Wong, Partner, Chair, or Dixie Ho, Vice-Chair, Franchise Advisory Team |
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| Morrison Brown Sosnovitch is a business law firm with extensive experience providing value-added legal services to both franchisors and franchisees in all aspects of franchising. Our franchise advisory team is dedicated to helping our clients find the right business/legal solution. In doing so, we provide top-notch skills with a good range of experience to meet all circumstances so that our franchise clients get informed and practical advice with good value. |
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Ogilvie LLP
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“Leading the Way in Alberta and Beyond”
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| 1400-10303 Jasper Avenue
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| Edmonton, AB T5J 3N6
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| Phone: (780) 421-1818 |
| Fax: (780) 429-4453 |
| Web: www.ogilvielaw.com |
| Email: apopatia@ogilvielaw.com |
| Contact: Aleem Popatia, Lawyer |
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| Ogilvie LLP is a well-established, successful and progressive firm home to some of the Provinces' top lawyers. We provide service to clients across six major practice areas: Administrative Law, Corporate, Commercial Law and Franchising, Insolvency & Restructuring, Litigation, Personal Estate Services & Real Estate. We support our clients in building successful businesses and franchises. |
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| In Business Since: 1920 |
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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
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| Toronto, ON M5X 1B8, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 862-4718 |
| Fax: (416) 862-6666 |
| Web: www.osler.com |
| Email: afrith@osler.com |
| Contact: Andraya Frith, Chair, Franchise Law Group |
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| We help emerging and established Canadian and international franchisors launch or expand their businesses across the country. The 2012 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory ranks us as the most frequently recommended firm for franchising law and members of our franchise team are also highly recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada 2012. We provide full-service business advice and litigation counsel, and have assisted more than 400 franchise systems over the past 35 years. |
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Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
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| Toronto, ON M5V 3H1
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| Phone: (416) 646-4300 |
| Fax: (416) 646-4304 |
| Web: www.paliareroland.com |
| Email: ken.rosenberg@paliareroland.com |
| Contact: Ken Rosenberg, Partner |
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| Phone: (204) 956-3524 / (204) 956-0560 |
| Fax: (204) 957-0227 |
| Web: www.pitblado.com |
| Email: dobbie@pitblado.com |
| Contact: Lori Dobbie, Partner |
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Robins Appleby & Taub LLP
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| Toronto, ON M5H 1T1, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 868-1080 / (416) 360-3396 |
| Fax: (416) 868-0306 |
| Web: www.robinapplebyandtaub.com |
| Email: jzepp@robapp.com |
| Contact: Jonathan Zepp, Partner |
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| Robins Appleby & Taub LLP is a full service business law firm dedicated to guiding our clients with practical advice tailored to suit their objectives. We advise franchise businesses on all matters relating to franchising and distribution. Because of our cross-discipline approach in our core strengths of franchising, business, tax, financing, real estate, leasing and dispute resolution, we provide business and legal solutions that fully appreciate the landscape in which our clients' operate. |
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Rubin Thomlinson LLP
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Optimal legal solutions to challenging workplace issues.
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| Toronto, ON M5C 2T6
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| Phone: (416) 847-1814 |
| Fax: (416) 847-1815 |
| Web: www.rubinthomlinson.com |
| Email: info@rubinthomlinson.com |
| Contact: Janice Rubin |
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| Rubin Thomlinson is a Toronto-based employment law firm providing expert counsel on all legal issues pertaining to the workplace such as hiring, retaining and terminating employees; occupational health and safety issues; and workplace human rights. RT is a leading authority on workplace harassment and workplace investigations. RT is entrusted by employers to conduct fair, thorough investigations into harassment allegations and other problematic behaviour. RT also provides customized training. |
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Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Employment & Labour Lawyers
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| 250 Yonge Street, Suite 3300
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| Toronto, Ontario M5B 2L7, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 603-0700 / (416) 420-0738 (24 hour) |
| Fax: (416) 603-6035 |
| Web: www.sherrardkuzz.com |
| Email: lbolton@sherrardkuzz.com |
| Contact: Lisa Bolton, Lawyer |
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Shields Harney
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| Phone: (604)891-1349 / (250)405-7612 |
| Fax: (604)682-1822 / (250)405-7619 |
| Web: http://www.shieldsharney.com |
| Email: gharney@shieldsharney.com |
| Contact: Greg Harney |
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| In Business Since: 1998 |
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Sicotte Guilbault LLP
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| Phone: (613) 837-7408 x227 |
| Fax: (613) 837-8015 |
| Web: www.sicotte.ca |
| Email: spatenaude@sicotte.ca |
| Contact: Sylvie Patenaude, Partner |
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Siskinds LLP
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| Phone: (519) 660-7749 |
| Fax: (519) 660-7750 |
| Web: www.siskinds.com and www.franchiselaw.ca |
| Email: taimi.williamson@siskinds.com |
| Contact: Taimi Williamson, Associate Lawyer |
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Sotos LLP
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| Suite 1250, 180 Dundas Street West
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| Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z8, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 977-0007 |
| Fax: (416) 977-0717 |
| Web: www.sotosllp.com |
| Email: jsotos@sotosllp.com |
| Contact: John Sotos, Partner |
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Stikeman Elliott LLP
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| Toronto, ON M5L 1B9
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| Phone: (416) 869-5254 / (416) 869-5500 |
| Fax: (416) 947-0866 |
| Web: www.stikeman.com |
| Email: droyal@stikeman.com |
| Contact: Danielle Royal, Partner |
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Teplitsky, Colson LLP
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| Toronto, ON M5B 1X3, Canada
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| Phone: (416) 865-5311 |
| Fax: (416) 365-0695 |
| Web: www.teplitskycolson.com |
| Email: iroher@teplitskycolson.com |
| Contact: Ian N. Roher, Lawyer |
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Witten LLP
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| Edmonton, AB T5J 3N6, Canada
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| Phone: (780) 428-0501 / (780) 441-3218 Direct |
| Fax: (780) 429-2559 |
| Web: www.wittenlaw.com |
| Email: dzalmanowitz@wittenlaw.com |
| Contact: Daniel Zalmanowitz, Q.C. - Partner, Solicitor, or Ellery Lew - elew@wittenlaw.com |
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| In Business Since: 1935 |
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YSL Lawyers LLP
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| Suite 150, 129-17th Ave NE
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| Calgary, AB T2E 1L7, Canada
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| Phone: (403) 520-2283 |
| Fax: (403) 230-3477 |
| Web: www.ysllawyers.com |
| Email: cass.lintott@ysllawyers.com |
| Contact: Cass Lintott, Partner |
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