CANADA’S LEADING FRANCHISE LAW FIRM
We’ve shaped franchise law in the country and guided hundreds of franchise systems to success for over 40 years. We’re Canada’s leading franchise law firm. Let us guide you to success.
SOTOS GETS YOU THERE
Our team has more experience in franchising than any other law firm in Canada. What could be better than that?
How about this: our lawyers also have deep expertise in virtually every key sector for franchise businesses.
We know automotive franchising and how to get you where you want to go. That’s why we’re Canada’s leading franchise law firm.
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GET GROWING
We’ll help you navigate the life cycle of your franchise, guiding you until you reach your destination. We’ll get you where you need to go.
Launch
We’ll help you get your franchise off the ground – starting with your FDD, franchise agreement and operations manual to building your strategic business plan and franchise marketing program.
Emerging
Many of the decisions a franchisor makes in the emerging years of the business will have long-term impact. That’s why it’s critical to have the right legal partner at this – and at every stage – of franchising.
Growth
With 20 or more units in your franchise system, you’ve got your sights set on the next milestones. There’s a lot you need to know to grow to your 50-unit and your 100-unit targets.
Maturity
You’ve got 100 or more units in your franchise system and are ready for even more rapid growth. There’s a lot of work ahead of you.
Exit
Your franchise brand is a household name. You’ve made it. After years of building your business, it’s time to start planning your exit.
Success Speaks
Symposium Cafe has been fortunate to win 7 consecutive years of awards from the Canadian Franchise Association including the National Franchisor of the Year Award.
Sotos LLP has been our trusted counsel assisting us not only in the preparation of our legal documents and handling of our disputes but in providing us with excellent, strategic and timely counsel on all aspects of our business.
We feel Sotos has unparalleled knowledge of franchising and the restaurant industry. We look forward to enjoying continued growth and success with Sotos by our side.
The Symposium Cafe
Jimmy the Greek was first established in 1985 with the advice and guidance of Sotos LLP and we have continued to benefit from their expertise since that time. We are greatly appreciative of the high calibre of franchise and leasing work we have received over the years. We are grateful for being in such good hands with all our legal and business needs and we look forward to many more years of such good service.
Jimmy the Greek