Commercial & Corporate Law
We provide a wide range of counsel to our individual and corporate clients to ensure their businesses are protected. Our firm assists a broad range of clients, from established companies with international operations to growing entrepreneurial start-ups.
Incorporations
Whether you are an existing sole-proprietor wanting to incorporate or you simply want to start a corporation from scratch, we will assist and guide you throughout the incorporation process. We assist clients with the incorporation of sole shareholder corporations as well as much more complicated arrangements with multiple shareholders, share classes, and special rights.
STRUCTURE
We will structure your new company in a way that suits your needs. We also assist in the ongoing maintenance of our clients’ filings and records.
Commercial Agreements
Businesses need contracts to protect their interests and limit their liability. Well-crafted contracts provide a level of certainty that cannot be achieved by “hand-shake agreements.”
Our firm often fights in court over terms and conditions of various contracts and agreements (written by others), giving us a special perspective and intimate knowledge of the legal consequences that occur with poorly drafted agreements. Knowing the ways in which a contractual relationship can break down lets us helps you avoid future problems at the outset.
We draft contracts that are understandable to the everyday reader. We use clear language to reduce the chance of future disputes. Our clients value our understanding of the business as well as the legal side of relationships. They appreciate our pragmatic and strategic approach to contractual negotiation. We also provide independent legal advice for contracts drafted by other lawyers to ensure that our clients are protected.
COMMON AGREEMENTS INCLUDE:
General Security Agreement
Letter of Intent
License Agreement
Limited Partnership Agreement
Loan Agreement
Master Service Agreements
Vendor/Supplier Agreement
Project Financing
We advise on project financing transactions for projects located in Canada and around the world. We assist on small- and large-scale construction and development projects, and have broad experience in a number of areas, including the renewable energy sector.
PRAGMATIC AND COST-EFFECTIVE
We apply a pragmatic and cost-effective approach, while also providing in-depth industry-specific expertise. We will take steps to ensure that your interests are properly protected and that you secure the financing you need for your project or business.
Purchase And Sale Of Businesses
Our lawyers provide effective legal advice on the structuring, negotiation, and completion of business purchase and sale deals for clients of all sizes.
STRAIGHTFORWARD GUIDANCE
We understand that purchasing a business can be a complex matter for large and small businesses alike. We provide straightforward guidance and advice throughout the process to ensure that you are protected.