As Co-Leader of the National Retail & Consumer Markets Group at McCarthy Tétrault, Lara has built a team that seamlessly supports retail clients on game-changing and day-to-day issues. She is a sought-after expert in the industry, speaking regularly on business and legal issues affecting consumer-facing businesses. Players in Canada, the U.S. and U.K. seek out her strategic, well-informed advice when looking to establish or grow their businesses in the Canadian market, and her guidance has ensured success for many retailers and global brands. Lara is ranked Band 1: Retail in Chambers Canada.