Formation & structure
Setting up a business so its legal structure matches how it actually runs — and so the founders understand what they're agreeing to.
- Incorporation and organizing resolutions
- Shareholder and founder arrangements
- Share structure and ownership questions
- Choosing between structures for a new venture
Boundary: not a substitute for tax or accounting advice, and not securities-offering work. Complex reorganizations are referred to counsel with the required experience.
Contracts & agreements
Review and drafting of the commercial agreements a growing business relies on, in language you can actually act on.
- Commercial and service agreements
- Independent-contractor agreements
- Non-disclosure and confidentiality terms
- Plain-language review of agreements you've been sent
Boundary: exact scope is confirmed in the engagement letter. We don't litigate disputed contracts — active disputes are referred to litigation counsel.
Corporate maintenance & governance
Keeping an incorporated business in good standing and its records in order as it grows.
- Minute books and corporate records
- Annual resolutions and routine filings
- Director and officer changes
- Governance questions for owner-operated companies
Boundary: not bookkeeping, audit or tax filing. Availability for any matter is subject to conflict review.
Ongoing & outside counsel
On-call legal support for businesses that don't need in-house counsel but want a lawyer who knows the business.
- Ongoing contract and commercial questions
- Support for routine business decisions
- Coordination with your accountant or advisors
- A first point of contact as questions come up
Boundary: engaged matter by matter, not a retainer for urgent or after-hours coverage, and not a substitute for full in-house counsel.
Where we'll point you elsewhere
Some matters are better served by other counsel.
We keep a deliberately focused scope. If your matter falls into one of these areas — often involving urgent deadlines, court or tribunal processes, or client funds — we'll tell you plainly and help you find suitable counsel rather than take it on.
Not sure whether your matter fits?
Start with a short request. We'll run a preliminary conflict check and tell you honestly whether we're the right fit.