Corporate Law

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 Trusted corporate lawyers in Mississauga, Ontario. We have years of experience helping businesses with a wide range of legal challenges. Start with a free consultation!

Every business is unique and so are its legal needs. At The Litigators, our Mississauga corporate lawyers have the experience and knowledge to handle a wide range of legal matters pertaining to businesses of all sizes. We represent both start-ups and established companies in a variety of industries, including but not limited to:

- Manufacturing

- Construction

- Environmental

- Technological

- Retail/Wholesale Sales

- Food and Beverage Services

- Import/Export

No matter what legal challenge your business is facing, our Mississauga corporate lawyers will work diligently to find a solution that is in your best interests. Call us today to schedule a consultation.

The legal needs of businesses can vary greatly, but our Mississauga corporate lawyers have the experience and knowledge to handle just about any legal challenge your business may be facing, including:

A commercial agreement is a legally binding contract between two or more parties. The agreement can be made in writing, orally, or by conduct. Our Mississauga corporate lawyers have experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements.

We also have experience litigating commercial disputes that may arise out of a breach of contract. If you are involved in a commercial dispute, we can help you resolve the matter through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration.

A secured lending transaction is a loan in which the borrower pledges collateral to the lender as security for the repayment of the loan. The collateral can be in the form of real estate, personal property, or equity in a business. Our corporate lawyers in Mississauga  have experience representing both borrowers and lenders in secured lending transactions, including:

- Residential mortgages

- Commercial mortgages

- Construction loans

- Bridge financing

- Equipment Financing

We can assist you in the negotiation, preparation, and review of loan documents, as well as the closing of the transaction. We can also help you resolve any disputes that may arise out of the loan.

Corporate governance is the system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is controlled and directed. The purpose of corporate governance is to protect the interests of shareholders and other stakeholders, such as employees, creditors, and customers. We have a proven track record of advising companies on corporate governance matters, including but not limited to:

- Board of directors

- Shareholders

- Officers

- Committees

- Bylaws

If you need assistance with any aspect of corporate governance, our Mississauga corporate lawyers can help.

Succession planning is the process of identifying and developing individuals who have the potential to fill key leadership roles within a company. Succession planning is important for businesses of all sizes, but it is especially important for family-owned businesses. Our corporate lawyers in Mississauga can assist you with all aspects of succession planning, including but not limited to:

- Identifying key positions

- Developing job descriptions

- Identifying potential successors

- Developing training and development programs

We can also assist you with the transfer of ownership of a family-owned business.

A commercial real estate transaction is any transaction involving the purchase, sale, lease, or development of the commercial real estate. Commercial real estate includes office buildings, retail space, warehouses, and industrial buildings. Our Mississauga corporate law firm has experience representing both buyers and sellers in commercial real estate transactions, including but not limited to:

- Purchase and sale agreements

- Lease agreements

- Construction contracts

- Mortgage Financing

We can assist you in negotiating, preparing, and reviewing all documents related to your commercial real estate transaction. We can also help you resolve any disputes that may arise out of the transaction.

Intellectual property is a type of intangible property that includes patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. We have experience advising companies on all aspects of intellectual property, including but not limited to:

- Patents

- Copyrights

- Trademarks

- Trade secrets

If you need assistance with any aspect of intellectual property, our Mississauga corporate lawyers can help.

A shareholder is an individual or entity that owns shares in a company. Shareholders have certain rights, such as the right to vote on corporate matters and the right to receive dividends. We have experience advising shareholders on their rights and obligations, as well as assisting with the negotiation and preparation of shareholder agreements.

Sometimes, the best way to grow a business is through franchising. Franchising is a type of business arrangement in which a company licenses its trademarks, trade secrets, and other intellectual property to an individual or entity. We have experience assisting companies with the purchase of franchises, as well as advising franchisees on their rights and obligations.

A Share purchase and sale agreement is a contract between a buyer and a seller that sets forth the terms and conditions of the sale of shares in a company. We have experience assisting both buyers and sellers with share purchase and sale agreements, including but not limited to:

- Negotiating the terms of the agreement

- Preparing the agreement

- Reviewing the agreement

If you are considering buying or selling shares in a company, our Ontario corporate lawyers can help.

A joint venture is a business arrangement in which two or more companies come together to achieve a common goal. Joint ventures can take many different forms, such as joint research and development projects, marketing agreements, or production agreements. We have experience advising companies on all aspects of joint ventures, including but not limited to:

- Negotiating the terms of the joint venture

- Drafting the joint venture agreement

- Reviewing the agreement

Besides joint ventures, we advise companies on other business arrangements, such as strategic alliances and marketing agreements.

An employment contract is a contract between an employer and an employee that sets forth the terms and conditions of the employment relationship. We have experience assisting employers with the preparation and review of employment contracts, as well as with the development and implementation of employment policies.

An asset purchase and sale agreement is a contract between a buyer and a seller that sets forth the terms and conditions of the sale of assets. We have experience assisting both buyers and sellers with asset purchase and sale agreements, including but not limited to:

- Negotiating the terms of the agreement

- Preparing the agreement

- Reviewing the agreement

If you are considering buying or selling assets, our Mississauga corporate lawyers can help.

Our Mississauga corporate lawyers represent companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies.

Whatever your corporate legal needs, we can help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

A corporation is a legal entity that is separate and distinct from its owners. A corporation can enter into contracts, own property, and sue or be sued in its own name.

There are many benefits to incorporating, including but not limited to:

- Limited liability protection

- Tax advantages

- Perpetuity/continuity

In order to incorporate, you must file articles of incorporation with the appropriate governmental authority. Our Mississauga corporate lawyers can help you with this process.

The Ontario Corporations Act is the provincial legislation that governs corporations in Ontario.

By-laws are rules and regulations that govern the internal affairs of a corporation.

While you are not required to have a lawyer to incorporate, it is generally a good idea to have a lawyer assist you with the process to ensure that everything is done properly.

Corporate governance refers to the rules and procedures governing a corporation's operation.

No, corporate law and business law are not the same. Corporate law deals specifically with the rules and regulations governing corporations, while business law is a broader term that encompasses all aspects of running a business.

The basics of corporate law include the incorporation process, the rules governing corporations, and corporate governance.

A shareholders' agreement is a contract between the shareholders of a corporation that sets forth the rights and obligations of the shareholders.

Yes, Ontario corporations have bylaws. These bylaws govern the internal affairs of the corporation.

A subsidiary is a company that is owned or controlled by another company, known as the parent company.

A holding company is a company that owns or controls one or more other companies, known as subsidiaries.

A joint venture is an agreement between two or more parties to work together on a specific project.