Business Law
Legal foundations for your company
Good corporate paperwork prevents expensive disputes and makes financing easier. From incorporation to shareholder agreements and contracts, the business law team works alongside our lending and consulting advisors.
- Federal and Ontario incorporations
- Shareholder and partnership agreements
- Contracts and commercial agreements
- Annual filings and minute books
Services
Business law services commonly requested by our clients include the following.
- Incorporation, organization and share structure planning
- Shareholder, partnership and joint venture agreements
- Buying or selling a business, including asset and share purchase agreements
- Supplier, customer and independent contractor agreements
- Corporate reorganizations and annual maintenance
Working with lenders
Lenders require up-to-date corporate records and, for larger facilities, a legal opinion. Having your minute book in order shortens the financing timeline.
About the association
Legal services are provided by Marwah Law, an Ontario law firm, in association with Marwah Amer Capital Partners. Marwah Amer Capital Partners is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.
FAQ
Common questions
Should I incorporate federally or provincially?
It depends on where you operate, your name protection needs and your plans to expand. The lawyer reviews the options with you.
Do I need a shareholder agreement?
If there is more than one shareholder, yes. It governs decisions, exits and disputes before they happen.
Can you help me buy a business listed on your site?
Yes. Legal, financing and consulting support are available for any business listed under Businesses for Sale.
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