Vernon & Salmon Arm Business Lawyers

Whether you are a first-time entrepreneur launching a startup or the chief executive officer of an established multinational corporation, CM Lawyers provides practical, strategic, and sound legal guidance for all areas of your business. We help companies understand and manage risk, navigate the legalities of operating a business, and plan for future growth.

Our business lawyers are innovative and efficient and have over 50 years of combined experience. We build solid and lasting relationships with each of our commercial clients through responsive communication and ensuring your matter receives personalized attention.

Business Structures

Selecting the right business structure is critical to laying the proper foundation for your venture. Our firm is well-versed in the nuances of incorporation, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and non-profit organizations. We advise you of all related liabilities, tax implications, and compliance requirements so you can position your business for success and continued growth.

Purchase or Sale of a Business

Whether you are buying or selling a business, CM Lawyers will help you navigate every step of the process. We offer comprehensive purchase and sale services, including drafting and reviewing purchase agreements, negotiating terms, conducting thorough due diligence, and ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance. We are invested in protecting your interests, minimizing risks, and ensuring a smooth and successful transaction.

Corporate Contracts

Robust, thorough corporate contracts are the backbone of successful business transactions. Our business lawyers create, negotiate, and review a broad range of agreements, including leases, vendor agreements, employment and benefit contracts, supply contracts, and franchise agreements. We work closely with our clients to ensure their specific objectives and operational needs are supported by clear, comprehensive, legally sound contracts.

Shareholder & Partnership Agreements

Well-drafted shareholder and partnership agreements are crucial for establishing a clear understanding of all stakeholders’ rights, obligations, and expectations. At CM Lawyers, we have extensive experience drafting and reviewing these agreements, ensuring they address all facets of the parties’ relationship, including profit sharing, decision-making responsibilities, dispute resolution, and restructuring or ending the enterprise.

Commercial Lending

Growing a successful business requires strategic financial investment. Our knowledgeable business lawyers guide you through the intricacies of commercial lending, whether you need capital for expansion or to invest in new technology, or simply need more flexibility in your cash flow. We help you explore financing options, negotiate favourable terms, and ensure all documentation complies with applicable laws and regulations.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be a labyrinth of legal, regulatory, and financial challenges. CM Lawyers works closely with clients going through the M&A process to develop a comprehensive strategy, meticulously navigate due diligence requirements, and ensure all related agreements are tailored to protect your interests. We are dedicated to unlocking the transformative potential of mergers and acquisitions for British Columbia businesses.

CM Lawyers: Providing Trusted Business Law Guidance to Companies of All Sizes in Vernon & Salmon Arm

At CM Lawyers, we assist businesses of all sizes across a wide range of industries. We appreciate clients entrusting us to handle their significant business needs and advise clients on all aspects of business ownership and operations. Our team of experienced business lawyers provides top-tier services and is invested in clients’ long-term success and growth.

CM Lawyers has convenient locations in Vernon and Salmon Arm and proudly serves clients in the surrounding areas, including Northern Okanagan and Shuswap. To schedule a consultation with our business law team, please contact us online or call our Vernon office at (250) 308-0338 or our Salmon Arm office at (250) 803-9171.