Company Matters

1. Business Formation:

• We can work alongside your accountant to provide input on choosing the appropriate legal structure for a business, such as sole proprietorship, partnership or incorporation of a limited company. 
• Once your business has been formed, we can assist with drafting necessary documents, such as articles of incorporation or partnership agreements. 

2. Corporate Governance:

• We can provide guidance on corporate governance practices, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. 
• We advise on director duties, shareholder rights, board procedures, and disclosure obligations to promote transparency, accountability, and good corporate governance.  

3. Company Secretarial Duties:

• We can assist with company secretarial duties, such as maintaining corporate records, filing annual returns, and updating statutory registers ensuring compliance with filing requirements, deadlines, and disclosure obligations under company law. 

4. Shareholder and Partnership Agreements: 

• We can draft shareholder and partnership agreements to govern the rights and obligations of shareholders, including share transfers, dividend policies, and dispute resolution mechanisms. 

5. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): 

• We advise clients on sale and purchase transactions, including due diligence, negotiation, structuring, and documentation. 

6. Corporate Finance: 

• We work alongside your accountants, financial advisors and mortgage brokers to assist with raising capital through debt or equity financing. 

7. Commercial Contracts: 

• We draft and negotiate commercial contracts, such as supplier agreements, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and joint venture agreements. 
• We review contractual terms, assess legal risks, and advise on contract interpretation, performance, and enforcement.