by Matt Belbeck | Aug 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
As the summer comes to an end I’m grateful for the beautiful weather we’ve had, the opportunity to re-charge, and most importantly, the time I’ve been able to spend with family and friends. As my son gets older (he turns 9 this year) I’m confronted with the fact that...
by Matt Belbeck | Jul 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Last week, @MelissaSimpson asked LinkedIn to guess the average hourly rates of a Partner at a Bay Street Law Firm. The results are in: 4% of respondents guessed between $200 and $300 per hour 4% of respondents guessed between $300 and $500 per hour 22% of...
by | May 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
In the dynamic legal landscape of Ontario, in-house counsel face a myriad of challenges as they strive to effectively support their organizations while navigating a complex web of legal requirements and business demands. From managing budget constraints to staying...
by Matt Belbeck | Jan 20, 2022 | Business Incorporation, Contracts and Agreements, Uncategorized
Contingency plans are a must in business. Plan for the best but always be prepared with an action plan in case of the worst. A shareholder and/or partnership agreement is what protects you in the event that things don’t work out with partners or shareholders. Both the...
by | Feb 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
A Share Purchase Agreement is a document used by shareholders to transfer their company share ownership to a buyer. A share denotes ownership in the company. Shares can be purchased or sold by both individuals and corporations, so either may...
by | Feb 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
Shareholder agreements are sometimes overlooked and deemed “unnecessary” by shareholders at the outset of a business, but the absence of an agreement early on can lead to huge problems down the road. It is highly recommended that any company with shareholders...
