Our Expertise

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 Purchasing real estate is often one of the most significant investments a person will make in their lifetime. This exciting endeavour involves numerous details that need attention, with several aspects necessitating the guidance of a legal expert to ensure a seamless and prompt process.

Our team possesses the knowledge, proficiency, and experience required to navigate you through the complexities of real estate transactions. We provide assistance with:

• Buying and selling property
• Financings and refinances 
• Institutional mortgages
• Private mortgages
• Drafting and review of purchase and sale contracts
• Real estate development
• Strata properties
• Construction agreements
• negotiations, preparation and witnessing of documents, and expert advice on the optimal strategy to achieve your objectives in the most time-efficient manner.

Our real estate law practice covers a broad spectrum of services, including:

• Property Development: We assist clients in navigating the complex process of property development, including financing, and regulatory compliance.
• Conveyancing: Our team is skilled in handling residential and commercial property transactions, ensuring a smooth and seamless process for our clients.
• Private Lending: We provide legal counsel and support for private lending arrangements, including drafting loan agreements and securing collateral.
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes: Our attorneys represent both landlords and tenants in resolving disputes, protecting their rights, and advocating for their interests.
• Easements and Boundary Disputes: We help clients resolve conflicts regarding property lines, access rights, and other easement matters.
• Zoning and Land Use: Our team advises clients on zoning regulations, land use planning, and development approvals.

 We offer a comprehensive range of corporate law services, such as:

• Incorporations: We assist entrepreneurs and businesses in establishing corporations and navigating the legal requirements involved.
• Corporate Reorganizations: Our team helps clients restructure their businesses to maximize efficiency and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Sales and Purchases: We handle transactions involving the sale or acquisition of businesses or assets, ensuring a smooth and secure transfer.
• Corporate Governance: We provide guidance on corporate governance best practices and assist in drafting and implementing governance policies.
• Shareholder Agreements: Our attorneys draft and negotiate shareholder agreements that protect our clients' interests and facilitate successful business relationships.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: We advise clients on all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, from due diligence to negotiation and closing.

 Our commercial law practice encompasses a variety of services, including:

• Purchasing and Selling Businesses: We guide clients through the process of buying or selling businesses, ensuring a seamless transition and protecting their interests.
• Commercial Leasing: We negotiate and draft commercial lease agreements, providing clients with legal advice on their rights and obligations.
• Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Our team is experienced in drafting and reviewing contracts for various commercial transactions.
• Franchising: We advise clients on all aspects of franchising, including franchise agreements, disclosure requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Licensing and Regulatory Compliance: Our attorneys help clients navigate the complex landscape of licensing and regulatory compliance across various industries.
• Dispute Resolution and Litigation: We represent clients in commercial disputes and litigation, advocating for their interests and seeking the best possible outcome.

Estate law governs the distribution of a person's assets after their death. Proper estate planning allows you to dictate how your assets will be managed and distributed, ensuring that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are provided for. We can assist you with:

• Wills: A will is a legally binding document that outlines your wishes for the distribution of your assets upon your death. We can help you draft a comprehensive will that clearly communicates your intentions and minimizes the chances of disputes among your heirs.
• Trusts: Trusts are versatile legal arrangements that can be used to transfer assets during your lifetime or upon your death. They offer more control over the distribution of your assets and can provide significant tax benefits. We can help you determine if a trust is right for you and guide you through the process of establishing one.
• Probate: Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person's estate is administered and distributed. We can assist you in navigating the probate process, whether you're an executor of an estate or a beneficiary seeking to protect your inheritance.

 Effective tax planning is crucial for minimizing the tax burden on your estate and maximizing the assets passed on to your beneficiaries. Our tax planning attorneys can help you identify opportunities for tax savings and develop strategies to reduce the impact of estate, gift, and income taxes. Some of our tax planning services include:

• Estate Tax Planning: We can help you develop strategies to minimize estate taxes, such as using trusts, gifting assets during your lifetime, and taking advantage of applicable exemptions and deductions.
• Gift Tax Planning: We can guide you on the most tax-efficient methods for gifting assets to your loved ones, including annual exclusion gifts, educational and medical gifts, and the use of gift-splitting and gift trusts.
• Income Tax Planning: By considering the income tax implications of your estate plan, our team can help you reduce your overall tax liability and preserve more of your wealth for your beneficiaries.
• Business Succession Planning: If you own a business, we can assist you in developing a tax-efficient succession plan that protects your business interests and provides for the continued success of your enterprise.