Here are some problem scenarios we have encountered more than once. Maybe some of these scenarios are similar to your problems. Click on the "Answer" under each scenario for a suggested solution, or contact us at jaylawyer@hotmail.com. We will be happy to assist you.

1. I have come to Canada from Dubai and am starting a small business. The agent prepared an offer to purchase a laundry for me under the Bulk Sales Act. What is Bulk Sales Act and do I need to have a lawyer when I am buying a small business?
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2. I am leasing commercial premises and have received an offer to lease. What should I watch in the commercial lease and should the lawyer be involved at this stage or only when the final lease is prepared?
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3. I am buying printing machines from a printer whose business was closed by the landlord. How should I go about buying his equipment and customer list?
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4. I am buying shares from a sole shareholder of a corporation. Should the present owner issue shares from the treasury or from his own name? What is the difference?
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5. My partner and I own 50% of the shares of a company each. I was very sick. He changed locks of our office and he does not give me access to the documents and the business premises. He took cash from the company. What can I do?
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6. I own more than 50% of the shares of a company with a partner. Do I still need a shareholder’s agreement?
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7. As an immigrant, should I look for a franchised business?
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8. How can we legally and properly organize a charitable organization?
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9. I have started a company and we are two partners. Do I need a shareholder's agreement?
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10. What is ILA? When is it required?
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11. How do I instruct a lawyer on preparing an agreement?
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12. What is a trademark and why should I obtain it?
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13. How does one successfully start a business in Canada?
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14. What can you do when your Business fails?
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