Chambers Canada 2025 ranks Sotos LLP in Band 1 for Franchising for the 10th year in a row
We are proud to announce that Sotos LLP has been recognized as a top-tier law firm in Franchising by Chambers Canada, achieving a Band 1 ranking for the 10th year in a row. This accolade reflects our continued leadership and excellence in the franchise sector across Canada.
In addition to the firm’s recognition, we are honoured that five of our lawyers - John Sotos, Allan Dick, Peter Viitre, John Yiokaris, and Adrienne Boudreau - have been individually ranked for their expertise in the field.
According to the research conducted by Chambers Canada:
What the team is known for:
Sotos LLP is a franchise law boutique that is known for its representation of both franchisor and franchisee clients. The Toronto-based law firm regularly handles the preparation of franchise agreements and disclosure documents, as well as advising on regulatory compliance. It also offers substantial litigation and arbitration expertise, including in relation to rescission, termination and the enforcement of non-compete covenants. The law firm assists a wide range of clients across various industries, including the automotive, food and beverage, and hospitality sectors, and is well placed to act on expansion mandates.
Strengths:
"Sotos is a proven specialist in franchise law."
"I have dealt with numerous people at Sotos and all have vast knowledge. Responses are quick and detailed."
"Sotos were always available, responsive and provided spot-on advice. The team's knowledge, experience and expertise made the difference."
"Sotos houses a highly adaptable team that is always quick to respond to enquiries and provide its expertise in complex franchise matters. The team is always eager to support our needs."
"I trust Sotos to handle complex matters with speed and precision."
Notable practitioners:
Firm founding partner John Sotos is a Toronto-based lawyer who often acts on franchise agreements and related arbitration matters. "John Sotos is a great representation of the firm. His attention to detail and management of the firm are definite strengths." "He is outstanding."
Allan Dick is a Toronto-based lawyer. He is experienced in negotiating retailer agreements and is active in disputes in this field, including arbitrations and rescission claims. "Allan Dick is very professional and knowledgeable." "Allan Dick always knows the facts and details of litigation." "Allan Dick does not trivialise matters and recognises that matters raised to him cause anxiety to us as clients. He has made us aware of practices in our industry that may be of interest to us." "Allan Dick's creative problem solving makes him the foremost lawyer in delivering the most legally and commercially sound solutions for his clients." "Allan Dick can always be relied upon to respond to any legal queries that we have, whether simple or complex matters."
Peter Viitre is a Toronto-based lawyer who often provides counsel to clients in sectors such as automotive and food and beverages. He frequently advises on rescissions and drafting master franchise agreements, as well as assisting international clients with expansion into Canada. "Peter Viitre is very professional and informed." "Peter Viitre has been extremely helpful and always provides great advice. I enjoy working with him and will continue to do so. He understands our business and the franchise system well." "Peter Viitre provides an exceptional level of dedication to our needs. He is highly responsive, efficient and pleasant to work with." "Peter Viitre's experience with complex matters that are framed squarely in the everyday reality of business makes him my go-to sounding board." "He is very experienced and provides able corporate commercial representation."
John Yiokaris is based in Toronto and possesses experience acting for both franchisors and franchisees. He is notably active in the automotive industry and leads the firm's sector practice in this area. He assists clients with contentious matters, transactions and master franchise agreements.
Adrienne Boudreau is a Toronto-based lawyer who is active on franchising matters across a range of sectors, including hospitality, food and beverages, and cannabis. She is particularly experienced in franchisee rescission cases, and also provides advice on related corporate and litigation matters. "Adrienne Boudreau is sharp and provides excellent service. It is easy to work with her." "Adrienne Boudreau has been an incredibly dedicated, professional, caring and knowledgeable lawyer. I feel very secure and confident in her work, leadership and understanding of franchise law." "Adrienne Boudreau is fantastic and provides highly trusted counsel." "Adrienne Boudreau is a talented lawyer who fiercely advocates for her clients." "Adrienne Boudreau is a credit to Sotos and the law profession in general. I am glad she is my legal representative."
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