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BUSINESS LAWYERS IN CALGARY
Running a business is already a stressful and highly involved vocation. There are many ins and outs of one simple business day that can consume a lot of your time and energy. The last thing you want to deal with alone is the legal issues of running a business. That's where First West Law LLP comes in. Our commercial lawyers try to embody the spirit of the Calgary business community by taking a personalized and value-oriented approach to assisting you through commercial transactions. If you need a commercial real estate or business lawyer in Calgary, our team can provide legal services and solutions that align with your business strategy.
CALGARY'S EXPERIENCED COMMERCIAL LAWYERS
Some common endeavours for businesses that generally require legal advice include:
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Drafting agreements
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Business law services for Calgary
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Share purchase & sale transactions
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Asset purchase & sale transactions
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Incorporation
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Shareholder agreements
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Employment/contractor agreements
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Corporate restructuring
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Contracts
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Financial services
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Commercial lending
Drafting Agreements:
Our business lawyers are acquainted with the various agreements required for business transactions. We can help you draft and review agreements such as:
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Business agreements
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Shareholder agreements
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Corporate agreements
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Employment agreements
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Contractor agreements
Incorporation:
Incorporation is an effective process that creates a distinct legal identity for your business, separate from your own as its owner (shareholder). Every business owner receives a share equal to their proportion of ownership when a corporation is created. The key benefit of this process is the separation of owners from their companies. The owners of an incorporated business can't be held personally responsible for debts and so on through a process known as limited liability protection. The business lawyers on our team make incorporation straightforward and hassle-free.
Corporate Restructuring:
Corporate restructuring is effective for weeding out harmful business processes and optimizing operations. It is helpful in extreme competition, a rapidly changing economy, and a financially disruptive incident. The need for it might also occur when the ownership of your company is changing hands. It can help you rise above the crisis and improve your balance sheet when carried out correctly. Our business lawyers will provide you with reliable assistance and advice to carry out your corporate restructuring in Calgary.
Purchase and Sale of Shares and Assets:
A share sale entails selling the company's shares while the corporation remains intact. An asset sale is when the buyer buys the assets and goodwill of a corporation. With asset sales, the new owner can begin with a fresh slate with no history. These transactions are complex, and our commercial lawyers can provide you with advisory and negotiation assistance.
Contracts:
Contracts are a fundamental aspect of business law, and they drive all the processes by making them tangible. Without contracts, you cannot protect what you own and carry out your operations. Drafting and reviewing contracts is a procedure that someone with the right know-how and experience should always carry out. We can support you with all the process steps and ensure adherence to the required regulations.
If you are contemplating any of the above or any other major business operation that might require legal advice, contact one of our Calgary-based commercial lawyers at First West Law LLP. Our team also specializes in handling cases related to commercial leasing law.
BUSINESS REAL ESTATE LAWYER IN CALGARY
Real estate transactions are complex and require careful attention to legal details to protect your interests. At First West Law LLP, our business real estate lawyers Calgary provide tailored advice and representation for all real estate matters.
Whether you're buying, selling, leasing, or developing property, a real estate lawyer ensures:
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Risk management: Identifying and mitigating potential legal risks.
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Contract precision: Drafting and reviewing contracts to protect your rights.
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Regulatory compliance: Ensuring adherence to Calgary's real estate laws and regulations.
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Smooth transactions: Resolving disputes and preventing delays in closing deals.
Our team has experience handling residential, commercial, and industrial real estate transactions with professionalism and attention to detail. Contact us today to learn more.
HELPING YOU SUCCEED IN BUSINESS
Our firm has decades of experience working with a wide range of clients, from family businesses to large corporations, so you are assured that we know how to assist you with your business plan. Whether you're an established corporation negotiating a major acquisition or a start-up entrepreneur trying to see your idea come to fruition, we can help you achieve your business goals.
We take a practical and business-oriented approach to helping our clients. We are only interested in providing our services when they are of inherent value to your business. We look beyond the legal consequences of our decisions, considering how our services might help you from a business perspective. We deal regularly with a network of financiers, real estate brokers, insurance brokers, appraisers, accountants, and other business professionals. We are happy to connect you with these professionals if we think it might help your business.
LEGAL GUIDANCE FOR STARTUPS AND SMALL BUSINESSES
Starting small doesn't mean compromising on legal expertise. We specialize in services for startups, including:
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Registering your business structure (sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation).
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Securing seed funding and venture capital.
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Crafting agreements for co-founders and investors.
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Advising on intellectual property protection.
Call our real estate lawyer in Calgary today to discuss your legal requirements.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We ensure our clients stay informed about the legalities of commercial law. Some commonly asked questions about commercial law include:
Why Do I Need a Business Lawyer?
Our business lawyers have complete knowledge about their domain; they can guide and help you understand your rights. We can also help you if your employer or an employee has aggrieved you or you have an important business decision.
Why Should I Consult a Business Lawyer Before Starting a New Business?
Based on the type and size of your business, our lawyers can advise you on how to begin a new enterprise. The expertise and experience we have acquired over the years make us uniquely qualified for this.
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SPEAK TO US
As a small firm with experience in sophisticated files, our Calgary commercial lawyers can provide your business with a high level of expertise at reasonable rates. Our clients are important to us, and we rely on our clients' business success to remain successful. We make sure to take the time to think about whether what we are offering makes sense for that particular client. Contact us today to discuss your case.
