Our firm strives to provide exceptional and efficient service in the delivery of legal assistance for all of your corporate needs. We have multiple lawyers within the firm capable of providing advice on incorporations, continuances and amalgamations, as well other business structures such as joint ventures and partnerships. In the organization of your business structure, we advise on the organization and potential beneficial structures along with the preparation of all required corporate resolutions, certificates, ledgers, by-laws and minutes. In combined experience, we have nearly 50 years of experience in drafting essential corporate documents, such as Shareholder’s Agreements, Partnership Agreements and Joint Venture Agreements, along with experience in drafting certain tax rollover agreements, share exchange agreements and other similar agreements that rely upon tax law principles.
Comprehensive Corporate Legal Solutions
Whether you’re in the process of setting up a partnership for the very first time or have years of experience running a well-established corporation, our team will meet you where you’re at and tailor legal solutions to the specifics of your situation. We have the depth of knowledge and expertise to help ensure that your business operates smoothly and in compliance with the law.
Seeking advice on the tax implications of various corporate structures? Need contracts or other agreements impeccably drafted, negotiated, and reviewed? Require expert representation in a legal business dispute? At Olschewski Davie, we handle it all.
Our Corporate Law Expertise & Services
As a business owner, you understand the critical significance of ensuring your business remains legally compliant with local, provincial, national, and international laws—and the potential gravity of the consequences if it doesn’t. At Olschewski Davie, we’re here to offer valuable legal insights and advice, represent your business’s interests in every situation, and support you in successfully navigating the complexities of corporate law and remaining compliant.
Corporate law can encompass a vast range of legal services, depending on the circumstances. Some of our most in-demand corporate legal services include the following:
Don’t see the exact service you’re seeking listed above? Contact us directly to tell us more, and we’ll tailor a solution precisely to your needs with signature efficiency and professionalism.
At Olschewski Davie, our experienced corporate lawyers specialize in business structure formation—the process of legally organizing a business and defining how it will operate. How you structure your business can have a monumental impact on its operations, credibility, and legal compliance, which is why we’re here to walk you through the decision-making process and provide sound legal advice every step of the way.
Some of the corporate structures we routinely help businesses set up in Manitoba include:
- Corporations
- Continuances
- Amalgamations
- Sole proprietorships
- Partnerships
- Joint ventures
In addition to advising on the potential benefits of various business structures, we also prepare all required corporate resolutions, certificates, ledgers, bylaws, and minutes.
Clear agreements help prevent misunderstandings, protect ownership interests, and provide a framework for handling disputes, exits, voting rights, and business changes over time.
We draft, review, and negotiate:
• Shareholder agreements• Partnership agreements• Joint venture agreements• Share exchange agreements
These agreements can be especially important when a business has multiple owners, outside investors, family members involved in operations, or plans for future succession.
As businesses grow, ownership structures and tax planning needs often change. We help clients with corporate reorganizations and related legal documents used to support strategic transitions and tax-planning implementation.
Our corporate law team can assist with:
• Amalgamations• Section 85 rollovers• Share exchange agreements• Dissolution for tax purposes• Reorganizations tied to ownership or structural changes
Where needed, we work alongside your accountant or tax advisor to help ensure the legal documentation reflects the intended business and tax structure.
Businesses need legal advice that is practical, responsive, and grounded in real commercial realities. Our firm works with Manitoba businesses at different stages of growth, from new incorporations to established corporations managing governance, ownership, and restructuring matters.
- Highly Skilled and Experienced Team – Our team is knowledgeable, efficient, and strategic; we’ve got decades of experience under our belts and understand the ins and outs of Manitoba business law in exceptional detail.
- Proven Track Record of Success – Our corporate clients stick with us over the years for a reason: We’re committed to helping businesses succeed, and we’ve got the legal expertise to ensure that they do.
- Comprehensive Legal Services – When it comes to corporate legal services, Olschewski Davie is the only firm you’ll need to work with. We handle everything and optimize your business’s legal solutions under one roof.
- Diverse Clientele – We work with Manitoba businesses of all types—from small local startups to national corporations.
What business structures do you help establish?
We help establish many different types of business structures, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, joint ventures, and more.
How can a shareholders’ agreement protect my business interests?
A well-drafted shareholders’ agreement provides an essential framework for outlining the rights and responsibilities of shareholders, preventing disputes, and ensuring the smooth operation of the business over time.
What are the tax implications of different corporate structures?
The corporate structure you choose for your business can have a significant impact on its tax obligations. Contact our team directly to learn more!
How does your firm handle corporate reorganization and amalgamation?
We take a structured approach to corporate reorganization and amalgamation that involves thorough review and research, clear planning and communication, and strategic implementation. Contact us directly to learn more!
Are there decisions pending that may impact your business’s future? The corporate law team at Olschewski Davie is here to help. Contact us today to set up a meeting and ensure your business is legally protected moving forward!
