BUSINESS/ TAX & CORPORATE LAW
“Rooted in tradition, shaped by today’s demands.”
OUR EXPERTISE IN THE AREA OF COMMERCIAL LAW INCLUDES:
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
In addition to general business law, our experience in trademark, patent, and intellectual property law equips us to:
Negotiate and draft all manner of intellectual property licensing agreements
Prepare and file trademark applications
Conduct availability and registrability searches of trademarks to minimize the costs of opposition
Represent clients in trademark opposition proceedings
Advise on infringement matters and allegations
Register domain names
PURCHASE & SALE OF A BUSINESS
When businesses change hands, many different issues must be considered. There are tax implications, employee issues, regulatory concerns, and much more.
When a business is purchased or sold, we closely review and negotiate terms to protect our clients’ rights.
INCORPORATION & BUSINESS ORGANIZATION
Most business owners are usually unsure about whether they need to incorporate, or whether they should instead form a partnership, or remain sole proprietors. The Sutherland Law legal team is here to help guide you when making these initial crucial business decisions.
We can also assist businesses through the incorporation and organizational process by assisting with governmental approvals, name searches, by-law assessments, and organizational overviews.
PROFESSIONAL CORPORATIONS
Ontario legislation now permits many professionals to incorporate, including physicians, veterinarians, dentists, physiotherapists, and a number of others.
While operating through a corporation will not protect you against most liabilities, there can be significant tax and operating benefits.
