Sotos LLP Announces the Appointment of Adrienne Boudreau as Co-Managing Partner

Sotos LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Adrienne Boudreau as Co-Managing Partner, succeeding Louis Sokolov, whose leadership has been instrumental in the firm’s growth and evolution. The firm thanks Louis for his leadership and stewardship during his tenure. Adrienne has assumed her new responsibilities effective January 2, 2026.

Adrienne is a Partner in the firm’s Litigation Department and is widely regarded as one of Canada’s leading litigators. She is recognised for her strategic insight, tenacity, and client-focused approach. Her practice focuses on all aspects of franchise litigation and dispute resolution, representing businesses across a broad range of sectors, including hospitality, retail cannabis, restaurants, and grocery.

Adrienne is known for delivering practical, commercially grounded solutions that protect clients’ interests and support long-term success. She brings extensive courtroom and arbitration experience, having successfully represented clients before all levels of the Ontario courts, the British Columbia Court of Appeal, and the Federal Court of Canada. In addition to her litigation practice, Adrienne works closely with the firm’s corporate team to support foreign franchise systems entering the Canadian market, providing tailored legal and strategic guidance.

Adrienne holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Queen’s University and a Bachelor of Laws (cum laude) from the University of Ottawa. She was admitted to the Bar of Ontario in 2009. Adrienne is recognised in leading legal directories, including Chambers Canada, Best Lawyers in Canada, and Canadian Legal LEXPERT, and remains actively involved in professional associations.