Business, Corporate & Commercial Law Legal Services

Commercial & Contract Matters

Incorporations & Extra-Provincial Registrations

Corporate Governance & Annual Corporate Matters

Shareholder Agreements & Matters

Business Financing Matters

Corporate Succesion & Restructing

Business Purchase & Sale Transactions

Employment Law Matters

Commercial Real Estate

Real Estate Financing

Construction Law

Real Property Law

Businesses, their objectives, and the considerations they face are unique and dynamic, and decisions are often made within evolving information and circumstances. Our role is to provide the legal perspective and framework to assist clients in evaluating options and moving forward in a manner that aligns with their business objectives.

​Business law matters can arise at many stages in the life of a business. These matters may involve establishing a new business, negotiating and preparing agreements, addressing governance and regulatory issues, completing business transactions, or addressing disputes that arise during the course of business operations.

We assist entrepreneurs, businesses, investors, and other organizations with the legal aspects of their business activities and with navigating the legal and practical considerations involved in operating and growing a business. This includes identifying, assessing, and addressing legal considerations and risks as a matter and the client’s business needs develop.

Additional information about specific business law services and related matters can be found through the links provided on this page.

WHEN SHOULD I CONTACT A LAWYER ABOUT BUSINESS OR CORPORATE MATTERS?

It is generally advisable to seek legal assistance early where structure, agreements, or future business arrangements may need to be considered, and with a view to reducing the risk of delays, complications, or issues.

Can I incorporate without a lawyer?

Online incorporation services are available and may be suitable in some cases; however, it is important that corporate documentation reflect the stakeholders’ understanding, agreement, and future business needs. Many clients choose to work with a lawyer to ensure their corporation is established properly and can support future business needs, including financing, restructuring, or the sale of a business.

When can ongoing legal advice assist a business after it has been incorporated?

Incorporation is often the beginning rather than the end of a business's legal needs. As a business grows and evolves, legal issues may arise relating to governance, shareholder relationships, contracts, financing, leasing, employment, reorganizations, succession planning, or the purchase or sale of a business. Experienced legal advice can assist business owners in identifying legal and commercial issues, evaluating available options, managing risk, and making informed decisions as their business develops. We work with many clients on an ongoing basis, providing legal advice and services that evolve with their businesses and changing objectives.

When should a business review its corporate structure?

A business should consider reviewing its corporate structure whenever there are significant changes to its ownership, operations or long-term objectives. Common situations include admitting new shareholders, business growth, financing, acquisitions, reorganizations, succession planning, tax planning initiatives, or preparing to sell or transition the business. Periodic reviews can also help ensure that the corporation's ownership, governance and legal structure continue to reflect the business's current needs and future objectives.

What types of businesses do you assist?

We assist businesses at all stages of their development, from entrepreneurs incorporating new businesses to established companies involved in growth, financing, acquisitions, restructurings, succession planning and the sale of a business. We have recognized and award-winning experience advising clients across a wide range of industries, including retail, construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, financial services, commercial real estate, health care, technology, engineering, agriculture, hospitality, professional services and other industries. While every business has unique objectives and circumstances, our approach is to provide practical legal advice tailored to the client's business and commercial objectives.

Leaders in Law: We have been recognized as a Leader in Law for our proficiency in Commercial Law legal advice and services, and are recipients of awards for our expertise in Commercial Law.

Global Law Experts: We are recognized as a Global Law Expert's member for Commercial Law and Business Law, and are recipients of awards for our expertise in Real Estate Law and Commercial Law.

Awards and Recognition: We are honoured to have received awards and recognition for our Commercial Law, Real Estate Law, Wills and Estates, and Notary services some of which are set forth in our Reviews page.

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