Franchise and Trademark
McKenzie Lake has experience in all aspects of franchise law, with a history built upon representation of franchisors of all sizes, and in various stages of development. Our current clientele includes small, regional franchise organizations, as well as some of the world's best-known international franchise systems.
We represent franchisors in all types of industries, including:
- Fast Food
- Restaurant
- Retail
- Service
- Transportation
- Rental Systems
We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to franchise documentation. It is one of our principal tenets that your franchise documents are just that -- yours. We craft fully customized documents that are developed through the careful study and understanding of the idiosyncrasies of a business and its specific needs.
McKenzie Lake is not restricted to the franchisor. We also represent franchisees from most of the nationally-recognized franchise systems. From pre-opening support to post-expiration advice, we are committed to helping you make informed decisions related to your business and to help you understand your rights and obligations as a part of a franchise.
We are conversant in franchise requirements in foreign jurisdictions and offer a wide range of services designed to help you protect your investment and grow your opportunity. Our team is lead by one of Canada's foremost authorities on franchise law.
Intellectual Property Law
We believe the protection and preservation of your intellectual property is key to managing a successful business, and it is the reason why we are committed to ensuring your trademarks are protected and managed effectively.
The McKenzie Lake Franchise and Trademark team is well-versed in copyright protection and works diligently to ensure that you obtain the greatest return from your assets -- up-to and including the enforcement of your rights over those assets. We are at the vanguard of the industry, providing our clients with advice on e-Commerce transactions and New Media issues.
