Corporate Law & Business Formation
Core PracticeStarting a business or restructuring an existing one? We'll walk you through incorporation, shareholder agreements, and governance structures that actually make sense. No cookie-cutter templates here - we tailor everything to how you want to run your operation.
- Entity selection & incorporation
- Shareholder & partnership agreements
- Corporate governance policies
- Business restructuring
International Trade & Cross-Border Transactions
Specialty FocusThis is where we really shine. International deals come with a ton of moving parts - customs regulations, tariffs, export controls, currency issues, you name it. We've been doing cross-border work for over a decade, and honestly, the complexity is what gets us out of bed in the morning.
Import/Export Compliance
NAFTA, CUSMA, WTO regulations
Trade Agreements
Distribution & agency deals
Sanctions Advisory
Risk assessment & mitigation
Foreign Investment
Cross-border M&A support
Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory
High-Stakes DealsM&A isn't just about signing papers - it's about making sure you don't inherit someone else's problems. We handle due diligence like detectives, structure deals that protect your interests, and negotiate terms that won't come back to haunt you.
- Buy-side & sell-side representation
- Due diligence coordination
- Deal structuring & valuation support
- Post-merger integration planning
- Asset vs. share purchase optimization
Contract Negotiation & Drafting
Everyday EssentialBad contracts are like ticking time bombs. We've seen too many businesses get burned by vague terms or missing clauses. Whether it's vendor agreements, employment contracts, or licensing deals, we draft documents that are clear, enforceable, and actually protect your interests when things go sideways.
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Critical ProtectionRegulations change faster than most companies can keep up. We stay on top of what's coming down the pipeline so you don't get caught off guard. Think of us as your early warning system for compliance issues - we'd rather prevent problems than clean up messes.
Intellectual Property Protection
Strategic AssetYour IP is probably worth more than you think - and it's definitely easier to steal than physical assets. We help protect what makes your business unique, whether that's a patent, trademark, trade secret, or just know-how you don't want competitors getting their hands on.
Protection Services
- - Trademark registration & strategy
- - Patent application support
- - Copyright registration
- - Trade secret frameworks
Enforcement & Defense
- - Infringement actions
- - Cease & desist letters
- - IP due diligence
- - Licensing agreements
Pro Tip: Most IP disputes happen because someone didn't properly document ownership from the start. We'll set you up right so there's no confusion about who owns what.
