Sotos Ranked Band 1 for Franchising in Chambers Canada 2027
Sotos LLP has once again been ranked Band 1 nationwide for Franchising in Chambers Canada 2027, with seven Sotos lawyers individually recognized.
That gives Sotos more Chambers-ranked franchise lawyers than any other firm in Canada. Three of the six lawyers ranked in Band 1 are also members of the Sotos team.
Client feedback published by Chambers also speaks to the team’s understanding of the businesses it advises:
“The firm understands our business and has a sensible approach to incorporating risk into recommendations. The team is also timely in responses as well.”
“Sotos is amazing to work with and is responsive and detail-oriented.”
“Sotos has a good breadth of knowledge and expertise in the franchise space.”
Seven Sotos franchise lawyers recognized:
John Sotos, Senior Statespeople
Chambers highlights John’s work on franchise agreements and arbitration matters.
“John is top of the chain but is always accessible.”
Allan Dick, Band 1
Allan is recognized for his extensive experience in franchising and franchise disputes.
“Allan is extraordinarily intelligent and is very experienced in franchising. He is an incredible advocate for clients and very practical in advising to get the desired solution.”
“Allan has a lot of experience and does a lot of work for people getting into the franchise business.”
Debi Sutin, Band 1
Chambers recognizes Debi for advising franchise systems, including international brands establishing and developing their Canadian operations.
“Debi is a leader in the field.”
Peter Viitre, Band 1
Peter is recognized for work spanning master franchise agreements, Canadian expansion and complex franchise disputes.
“Peter has an ability to deal with a variety of matters. He also has a deep understanding of franchising and has advocated for the industry, so he is one of the pre-eminent thought leaders in the industry.”
Adrienne Boudreau, Band 3
Chambers highlights Adrienne’s work across sectors including hospitality and food and beverage, together with her experience in franchise litigation and related corporate matters.
John Yiokaris, Band 3
John is recognized for his work on transactions, master franchise agreements and contentious matters, with particular experience advising businesses in the automotive sector.
Ashley Caldwell, Associates to Watch
Chambers recognizes Ashley for her growing franchise practice, including work on franchise agreements and franchise disputes.
The recognition reflects the depth of a franchise practice built around helping franchise systems at every stage of their development, from establishing a franchise model and preparing agreements and disclosure documents to regulatory compliance, expansion, transactions and the disputes that can arise as a system grows.
For established brands, Sotos advises on the legal and commercial issues that come with operating and expanding a franchise network. For international systems entering Canada, the team helps navigate the Canadian legal framework and structure their expansion into the market.
Chambers specifically highlights Sotos’ work on franchise agreements and disclosure documents, regulatory compliance, expansion mandates, litigation and arbitration, as well as the firm’s experience across sectors including automotive, food and beverage and hospitality.