COMMERCIAL LAW SERVICES FOR ONTARIO BUSINESSES

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Whether you're acquiring or selling a business, we guide you through every stage—from due diligence and deal structure to closing and post-closing. A well-structured business purchase begins with a Letter of Intent (LOI)—a clear, typically non-binding document that outlines key terms and protects your negotiation leverage. From there, we guide you through due diligence, carefully auditing liabilities, existing contracts, assets, and regulatory compliance to identify potential risks. Our team also oversees financing arrangements and expertly drafts the purchase agreement, ensuring your interests are fully protected at every stage of the transaction.

At LSC Law, we provide comprehensive legal support for both landlords and tenants in all aspects of commercial leasing—from negotiating and reviewing lease agreements to handling renewals, subleases, and early terminations. We work to safeguard your business against hidden risks, vague clauses, and unfavorable terms. Our team also assists with commercial property transactions, including the drafting and review of purchase and sale agreements, and performing thorough real estate due diligence to ensure a smooth and legally sound process.

Whether you're reorganizing your company, merging with another entity, or planning for succession, we assist with business reorganizations, including mergers, amalgamations, and asset transfers, providing strategic guidance to align your legal structure with your business goals. Our team also supports succession planning, offering the legal tools necessary for smooth leadership transitions and long-term ownership continuity. We work closely with your accountants and tax advisors to ensure full regulatory compliance and optimize your corporate structure for long-term efficiency and sustainability.

We draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including service contracts, supply and distribution agreements, partnership agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and more. Our priority is to ensure that every contract you enter is clear, enforceable, and strategically aligned with your business objectives. By identifying potential risks and tailoring terms to your needs, we help safeguard your interests and create a strong legal foundation for your commercial relationships.

At LSC Law, we help clients resolve commercial disputes strategically and efficiently, with a strong focus on minimizing disruption to your business operations. Whether you’re facing a contract disagreement, partnership dispute, unpaid invoices, or supplier issues, our team works to protect your legal and financial interests while aiming to preserve valuable business relationships whenever possible. Through skilled negotiation, mediation, and—when necessary—litigation, we provide practical, results-driven solutions tailored to your business needs.

Staying compliant is essential for sustainable growth. At LSC Law, we offer strategic legal guidance to ensure your business meets all regulatory, corporate governance, and shareholder obligations. Our services include support with regulatory filings, compliance audits, and board governance structures. By taking a proactive approach, we help you avoid legal risks, maintain good standing with government authorities, and adhere to industry best practices—so you can focus on growing your business with confidence.

Acquiring a business can be an exciting opportunity—but also a legally complex process that requires careful planning and expert advice. 

At LSC Law, we provide end-to-end legal support to protect your investment, reduce risk, and ensure a smooth and successful acquisition.

Our Ontario business lawyers protect your interests, reduce risk, and ensure your transaction is legally sound from start to finish.

Choosing the right structure—asset vs. share purchase—is critical for tax, liability, and operational impact.

• We assess your goals to recommend the most beneficial structure
• We coordinate with accountants for tax-efficient planning
• We handle legal due diligence and liability mitigation at every step

If you're borrowing or structuring vendor-financing, the legal framework must align with the purchase terms.

• Reviewing lender agreements, covenants, and guarantees
• Structuring vendor take-back (VTB) or private financing
• Ensuring compliance with corporate and securities law

A strong LOI sets expectations early, reduces future conflicts, and protects your negotiating leverage.

• Drafting or reviewing clear, non-binding terms
• Including exclusivity, confidentiality, and timeline clauses
• Avoiding premature binding obligations

Thorough due diligence reveals hidden liabilities and validates the business you’re buying.

• Reviewing corporate documents, financials, contracts, and licenses
• Assessing employment risks, IP ownership, and ongoing litigation
• Coordinating with your accountants or business brokers

The purchase agreement is the most critical legal document in your transaction.

• Drafting or reviewing asset/share purchase agreements
• Negotiating terms for reps, warranties, indemnities, and post-closing support
• Managing conditions, deliverables, and legal closing procedures