Tax season is in full swing and your accountants are working overtime trying to complete your corporation’s financial statements. Although most entrepreneurs already know that their businesses must prepare these financial statements on a yearly basis, very few know that the Law (whether it be at the Quebec or at the federal level) requires that […]
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Business for sale: look under the hood first!
business buying business due diligence sale of businessInstead of launching a new business from scratch, many entrepreneurs prefer buying one already in existence. Whether it be purchasing a corporation’s shares or buying the bulk of its assets, it is essential that such an important investment be preceded by a thorough review of the target business. In other words, just as you wouldn’t […]
We lost our minute book: Now what?
business law incorporate lawyer minute book resolutions share capital sharesCorporate book, minute book, company book, whatever you want to call it, for many corporations this (in)famous book is quietly gathering dust on a shelf. In a previous post, we discussed the importance of keeping the corporate book up to date. But what should entrepreneurs do should they unfortunately lose their minute book? As it […]
Business – Startup: Incorporation and Shareholder Agreement
business law incorporate incorporation lawyer resolutions shareholders agreement startupIncorporation pitfalls are avoidable, here is an innovative way to help your startup and secure the right shareholders’ agreement. Our “Business – Startup and Shareholders Agreement” package bundles the following services: Start-up businesses or corporate restructuring: this package will address your legal needs while meeting your budget requirements. For more information, contact us at 514-856-5601 or sam@malekavocat.com
The benefits of a share capital with various classes
business law share capital shares UncategorizedWhether this option is chosen at the time of incorporation or later, the incorporating documents of each joint-stock corporation includes a designation of shares and a description of their characteristics. This share capital represents the shares the corporation may issue to its shareholders. Thus, while all joint-stock corporations have a share capital, some have the advantage of a flexible, detailed […]