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Atty. Allan Dick

Atty. Allan Dick

Allan Dick is a partner at Sotos LLP. Allan is a trusted primary advisor to many top franchisors, with more than three decades practising law in the franchising, licensing and distribution industry.

Toronto Toronto 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (416) 977-0007

Profile Summary

About Allan Dick at a glance

Allan Dick is an attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practforg at Sotos LLP. They haand 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Franchise Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Allan Dick is a partner at Sotos LLP. Allan is a trusted primary advisor to many top franchisors, with more than three decades practising law in the franchising, licensing and distribution industry
  • He is recognized as one of Canada’s leading franchise litigators and has extensive experience at every level of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada as well as before national and international arbitration tribunals
  • Allan regularly provides expert opinions to other counsel
  • As a trademark agent, Allan also handles trademark litigation and opposition matters
  • Clients know him for his ability to consistently execute the best strategies for litigating disputes in a way that aligns with their business interests
  • Allan was an original member of the Ontario Bar Association Franchise Law Section and its predecessors and served as its Chair

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

Practforg law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Allan Dick

Where is Allan Dick's law office located?
Allan Dick's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is Sotos LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Allan Dick practiced law?
Allan Dick has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
How can I contact Allan Dick for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Allan Dick receiandd?
Allan Dick's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Franchise Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Practice Areas

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Franchise Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Ranked in Band 1 by
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada – Franchising
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as “Most Frequently Recommended” in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal LEXPERT Directory – Franchise
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as Leading Litigation Lawyer in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — LEXPERT Special Edition
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — – Canada’s Leading Litigation Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Guide to US/Canada Cross-Border Lawyers in Canada: Corporate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who Legal Canada: Franchise
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as “Most Highly Regarded – 2017” by
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as “Global Elite Thought Leader –
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who Legal Global Guide: Franchise
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who Legal Global Guide – Franchise
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Inducted into the “Hall of Fame – 2022” by
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Franchise Times
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named “Legal Eagle” by
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Franchise Times Magazine
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Franchise Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1984

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