Retailing, Franchising and Distribution
Our Retailing, Franchising and Distribution Group distinguishes itself from many other law firms as one of only a very few having a practice group dedicated to these important areas. The lawyers in the Group have in-depth experience in real estate, franchising, leasing and planning law, advertising and marketing law, intellectual property, acquisitions and reorganizations, litigation, employment law and taxation. Our approach is to learn and understand our clients' businesses to permit us to respond to new projects, to advise our clients of applicable changes to the law and to provide creative solutions to their problems.
These distinct but related areas represent a significant portion of economic activity in Canada. Franchising legislation is one aspect of a myriad of laws that affect our clients' businesses in retailing, distribution and franchising. Retailing has changed dramatically in recent years with US, UK and European retailers entering Canada either through acquisitions or the establishment of new businesses.
We have recognized experts comprising our Group throughout Canada and in our international offices, who will give you practical legal advice on relevant issues including:
- Acquisition, financing, planning and municipal issues
- Franchising disclosure documents and franchise agreements
- Negotiation and preparation of retail leases
- Negotiation and preparation of distribution agreements
- Competition, marketing and advertising advice
- Intellectual property licensing and registration of trade-marks
- Litigation
- Tax planning including retail sales tax, goods and services taxes and income taxes
- Wrongful dismissal, union certification and collective bargaining and unfair labour practice complaints
- Acquisitions and corporate reorganizations
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