Business Law
Whether you are starting a new business, restructuring an existing one, or addressing a dispute, understanding your legal rights and obligations is essential to long-term success. At Brightside Law, we offer business law services tailored to meet the specific needs of entrepreneurs, professionals, and corporate clients across British Columbia. We focus on providing clear, practical advice and strategic representation to help your business thrive while remaining legally protected.
Our business law services cover a wide range of matters, including:
- Incorporations and Business Structuring: We assist with both federal incorporations under the Canada Business Corporations Act and provincial incorporations under British Columbia’s Business Corporations Act. We advise on the most appropriate legal structure for your business—whether a corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship—based on your objectives, liability considerations, and tax implications.
- Contract Drafting and Review: We draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, partnership agreements, contractor and service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and licensing contracts.
- Corporate Governance and Compliance: We advise directors, officers, and shareholders on their legal obligations under federal and provincial legislation, and assist with corporate maintenance matters such as resolutions, annual filings, and minute book updates.
- Business Purchases and Sales: We represent both purchasers and vendors in share and asset transactions, guiding clients through due diligence, negotiation, and the preparation of transaction documents.
- Shareholder and Partnership Disputes: We assist clients in resolving internal business disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation where appropriate, with a focus on protecting business interests and minimizing operational disruption.
- Intellectual Property and Brand Protection: We provide legal advice regarding the protection of your business’s intellectual property, including trademarks, trade names, and confidential information, and assist with registration, enforcement, and overall IP strategy.