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Starting or running a business is challenging enough without worrying about all the legal requirements. Whether you already own a business or are planning to start or buy one, FH&P Lawyers provide all the legal services you need to do it right.

Our team provides legal services to clients ranging from individuals and small businesses to large multi-jurisdictional corporations. Our lawyers’ knowledge of the realities of operating a business allow us to provide our clients with practical and cost-effective solutions to the ongoing challenges of operating a successful business in today’s competitive and rapidly changing commercial environment.

Whether our clients need help from hiring and firing employees the proper, legal way to engaging with the contract negotiation and review process, let us protect you and your interests. Our team will apply our problem-solving skills to your liabilities and points of exposure.

We are proud of our long-standing relationships with the business people we serve and are committed to your success. You can trust our firm to provide solid legal advice and cost effective solutions for all your business needs.

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Business Law Services

Small business in BC

Small business in BC

There are 523,800 small businesses that employ fewer than 50 employees in BC. These businesses encompass the vast majority of businesses in the province (98 per cent).

Starting a Business

Four Questions You Need to Ask When Starting a Business

Why are you deciding to start the business?
What capital do you have access to?
What do you know how to do?
If this failed, would you regret it?

Business Law Lawyers

Doug Flannigan
Partner
Clay Williams
Partner
Dylan Switzer
Partner
Nancy Ling
Partner
Chris Fraser
Associate Counsel
Brian Coen
Associate
Wendy Cheung
Associate
Ava Aslani
Associate
Colin Flannigan
Associate
David Horvath
Associate
Tanvir Gill
Associate
Jen Schreurs, TEP
Associate
Russell Tse
Associate
Pius Omene
Associate

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Latest News & Articles

Business Law

The Implied Duty Of Good Faith In Commercial Contracts

April 10, 2024 This Law Talk Podcast episode by FH&P Lawyers explores the crucial role of the implied duty of good faith in commercial contracts through landmark cases and insights.

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Law Talk S02E04: Business Law - New Canadian Mortgage Charter

January 29, 2024 This episode of FH&P Lawyers' Law Talk, with Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill, delves into the Canadian Mortgage Charter, a 2023 initiative urging banks to support vulnerable borrowers. It proposes solutions like extended amortization and fee waivers but lacks legal enforcement, raising questions about its practical impact on the housing crisis and interest rate challenges.

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Law Talk Season 2 Episode 03: Business Law - Naming Your Business

January 12, 2024 In FH&P's "Law Talk," hosts Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill discuss business law essentials, focusing on trademark registration and business naming in BC. The episode also highlights FH&P's significant move to the Landmark District, reflecting the firm's growth and community commitment.

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