Ontario Bar Association 10th Annual Franchise Law Conference 2010

This year s program will educate business and litigation lawyers (both in-house and outside counsel) on the intricacies of franchise law matters and alert them to the challenges raised by recent judicial decisions and the increase in franchise related claims. The conference will address fundamental issues for franchising in Ontario through basic and advanced-level workshops, three in-depth plenary sessions and group discussions during the lunchtime roundtables. Lunch included and reception to follow.

Highlights:
The annual Canadian judicial and legislative update
Franchise class actions
The unique role of in-house counsel
Alternatives to termination
Enforcing and defending rescission claims
A look to the future of the franchise model
Networking opportunities at the roundtables and at the post-conference reception

Visitors profile
lawyers interested in franchise matters whether practising in-house or in private practice.