Corporate and Commercial Law
Are you purchasing an existing business? Whether large or small, you will need to know the legal issues related to the transaction. Should it be a share purchase or an asset purchase; how do you protect yourself in either transaction; what are the tax implications; what agreements need to be in place; what commercial contracts are involved; can existing franchise agreements or lease agreements be transferred? These are all questions that need to be addressed in any commercial transaction.
Regardless of the structure of the transaction, Farrow Hicks McDade Law will make the process less daunting and ensure that you and your interests are protected.
We provides services in the area of:
- Business Acquisition and Sale
- Commercial Financing
- Post-Closing Amalgamations
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