
W H O W E H E L P
Your commercial and personal legal needs are in expert hands
W H O W E H E L P
Business Law
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Forming a new corporation, by drafting and filing necessary documents such as articles of incorporation and form 1 filing
Structuring the company’s internal organization
Creating bylaws, appointing directors and officers, and issuing shares
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Establish a solid foundation for the company’s operations and governance
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Establishing business arrangements of two or more parties in collaboration
Drafting partnership agreements or joint venture contracts
Defining the roles and responsibilities of each party
Outlining profit and loss sharing arrangements
Setting governance structures
Preventing future disputes with initial legal guidance for partnerships or joint ventures
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Buying, selling, leasing, and financing commercial properties
Negotiating and drafting purchase agreements, lease contracts, and mortgage documents
Ensure due diligence is complete and appropriate for the property, including environmental and zoning regulations
Accomplish title searches, property appraisals, and financing arrangements
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Identify risk and provide advice
Check for compliance with laws and your other corporate documents
Confirm the agreement aligns with your understanding of the business deal you are entering
Drafting a new agreement to meet your business needs
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Working with accountants to execute your tax effective reorganization plan
Passing the business on to the next generation with estate freeze and rollover transactions
Cleaning up corporate organizational charts through amalgamation
Consolidating of entities in an efficient manner
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Transferring ownership to the next generation or a new entrepreneur
Seamlessly handling many transactions, like purchasing specific assets or shares of a company
Assisting with due diligence, negotiation of terms, drafting of agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Personal Law
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Handling the legal aspects of buying and selling residential properties
Drafting and reviewing purchase agreements
Conducting title searches and aligning with all legal requirements for a smooth transaction
Navigating the process to ensure a legally sound transfer of ownership
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Replacing your existing mortgage with a new one, to secure better terms or lower interest rates
Reviewing loan agreements, ensuring compliance with lending regulations
Addressing issues related to the property’s title or existing liens
Facilitating a seamless transition to a new mortgage while protecting your interests
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Preparing legal documents regarding the distribution of assets and the management of affairs
Designating a power of attorney to make decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated
Ensuring that these documents are properly drafted, executed, and comply with relevant laws
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Managing and distributing a deceased person’s estate according to their will or intestacy laws
Obtaining probate, paying debts and taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries
Ensuring the executor or administrator fulfills their duties accurately and efficiently
Settling the estate in compliance with legal requirements

O U R C L I E N T S
Who We Serve
With deep roots in the Etobicoke community, we work with individuals, couples, families, entrepreneurs, business owners, small and medium enterprises, owner-managed businesses, and family-owned businesses.
C O N T A C T U S
Let’s talk about your legal needs today.
Please call or email to make an appointment

F A Q S
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our hours of operation are 9-5, Monday to Friday, by appointment only.
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Our address is Suite 670 in the West Tower of Bloor Islington Place, at 3300 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M8X 2X2.
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You can find a spot at the lot in our building, on street parking, or by parking in the Green P lot off of Lomond/Aberfoyle.
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You can reach our team either by email at info@ritchiesmyth.com, or by phone at (437)-293-8750.