Incorporating a business
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Granville Law Group
BUSINESS LAW
Effective business strategies focused on your needs
Business Law at Granville Law Group
Starting and running a company takes more than ambition. It calls for the right structure, clear records, and well-drafted agreements.
Every business is different. We take time to understand your goals and risks, then deliver advice tailored to your stage, whether you are at start-up, scale-up, or succession.
Our focus is practical, plain-language guidance so you can make informed decisions with confidence. From incorporations and shareholder agreements to corporate reorganisations, restorations, purchases and sales, and dispute resolution, we’re here to help you move forward.
Core services
Business law services for growth, protection, and transition
Business law issues often begin with one immediate concern, but the right structure, agreements, and legal planning can protect the business long after that first decision.
Drafting shareholder agreements
Set clearer expectations, rights, and decision-making rules before disagreements become more costly.
Resolving shareholder disputes
Protect your position and assess practical options when business-owner relationships break down.
Corporate restorations
Restore a dissolved company and address the legal steps needed to regain corporate status.
Corporate restructuring and succession planning
Prepare for reorganisations, tax-sensitive transitions, and long-term business continuity.
Purchase and sale of a business
Structure transactions with clearer attention to due diligence, liability exposure, and tax consequences.
Business-owner situations
Where business-law support often matters most
Start-up
When the business is new, the right structure and records can prevent larger legal and tax issues later.
Scale-up
As ownership, contracts, staff, and obligations expand, stronger agreements and governance matter more.
Protection
Shareholder rights, control issues, and governance disputes often become urgent only after tension appears.
Succession and restructuring
Ownership changes are easier to manage when planning happens before a deadline, dispute, or tax problem forces the issue.
Disputes and risk
Disputes with a Business Partner or the CRA
If you’re facing a disagreement with a co-owner or a dispute with the Canada Revenue Agency, we’ll help you map a strategy to resolve it early, before it heads to court. We focus on practical options like negotiation, mediation, and targeted settlement pathways, backed by a clear assessment of risks and timelines.
Next step
Talk with our legal team
Book a complimentary 30-minute consultation with Granville Law Group. Call 604-669-6580.
Schedule a consultation
Speak directly with Alina Nikolaeva
Call Alina Nikolaeva at 604-443-5678 to schedule a consultation. Contact us if you would prefer to send a message first.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What services does Granville Law Group offer for business law?
Granville Law Group offers services including incorporation, drafting shareholder agreements, resolving shareholder disputes, corporate restorations, and corporate restructuring and succession planning.
2. How can Granville Law Group assist in incorporating a business?
They provide comprehensive support, including choosing the appropriate business structure, preparing and filing incorporation documents, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
3. Why is a shareholder agreement important for my business?
A shareholder agreement outlines the rights and obligations of shareholders, helps prevent disputes, and provides a clear framework for decision-making and resolving conflicts.
4. What steps are involved in resolving shareholder disputes?
Steps include reviewing existing agreements, mediation or arbitration, and if necessary, legal action to resolve the dispute and protect the interests of the shareholders.
5. What is the process for corporate restoration?
Corporate restoration involves applying for the revival of a dissolved company, filing necessary documents, and possibly obtaining a court order, allowing the company to regain its legal status.
6. How does Granville Law Group support corporate restructuring?
They offer strategic advice on reorganizing a company’s structure, optimizing tax positions, and ensuring legal compliance to enhance operational efficiency and achieve business goals.
7. What should be included in a business succession plan?
A succession plan should include identifying potential successors, setting a timeline for transition, addressing legal and financial considerations, and ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term objectives.
8. Can Granville Law Group help with tax planning for businesses?
Yes, they provide tailored tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities, ensure compliance, and optimize the financial performance of your business.
9. What legal issues should be considered when purchasing or selling a business?
Key issues include due diligence, valuation, contract negotiation, regulatory approvals, and ensuring all legal and financial aspects are thoroughly addressed to facilitate a smooth transaction.
10. Why is it important to consult a lawyer for business law matters?
Consulting a lawyer ensures that all legal aspects are properly managed, potential risks are mitigated, and the business operates within the legal framework, safeguarding the company’s interests.
Granville Law Group
Trusted Legal Advisors in Vancouver
At Granville Law Group, we offer strategic legal solutions in corporate and commercial law, tax planning, trusts, and estate planning, serving individuals, families, and businesses across Vancouver and British Columbia.
Our team is led by Alina Nikolaeva, a seasoned lawyer with extensive experience and a dual background in law and tax. Alina is a member of the Bar of British Columbia and the Canadian Tax Foundation, with a legal education from UBC and advanced tax training through the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Whether you’re planning your estate, restructuring your business, or navigating complex tax matters, Granville Law Group delivers personalized, practical advice you can rely on.
Schedule your consultation today: 604-669-6580
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