Worldwide: Corporate/Commercial Law

Shareholder disputes are often complex and multi-faceted, and no two are identical. Despite their unique nature, recent Commercial List decisions have identified and reviewed issues common to many shareholder disputes at different stages.

Can private equity investors gain economic exposure to Canadian law firms without directly owning them? This article examines the emerging management services model, where investors acquire interests in the administrative infrastructure...

Choosing between a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation in British Columbia affects liability exposure, tax planning, and growth potential.

Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them

Saskatchewan startups often discover too late that unclear intellectual property ownership can derail fundraising and acquisitions. When founders, contractors, or employees contribute to a company's IP without proper documentation...

Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them.

Assuming a mortgage in a real estate transaction can preserve favorable financing terms and avoid costs associated with obtaining new financing.

Shareholder disputes are often complex and multi-faceted, and no two are identical. Despite their unique nature, recent Commercial List decisions have identified and reviewed issues common to many shareholder disputes at different stages.

La Cour suprême des États-Unis a rendu une décision unanime qui élimine un moyen de défense juridique clé pour les courtiers de fret, transitaires et prestataires logistiques. Ces intermédiaires peuvent désormais être poursuivis pour sélection négligente de transporteur en vertu du droit étatique de la responsabilité délictuelle. Cette décision accroît considérablement le risque de litiges et nécessite des changements

Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them.

The past few months have brought milestones worth sharing. We were named a Top Diversity Employer for the eighth consecutive year, and we welcomed 23 new lawyers to partnership. These moments build on the inclusive culture and leadership that so many of you helped shape during your time at BLG.

Emma Grede’s Start With Yourself has clearly arrived at the right cultural moment. It speaks to ambition, discipline, money, motherhood, confidence, and success, all themes that continue to resonate deeply with women...