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Our lawyers lend their expertise and knowledge in the blog posts below. They will keep you up to date and informed on the latest news and information centered around legal matters close to home and across the country.
When Should I Incorporate My Startup?
May 16, 2023 Startups looking to build a strong foundation for their business should strongly consider incorporating a company early on, which offers a number of important benefits.
Evolution of Criminal Record Checks
May 09, 2023 Episode 57 of the Law Talk Podcast with Clay Williams features FH&P Associate Brett McClelland discussing the evolution of criminal record checks, how they work, when and why they are necessary, and what might now show up due to recent changes in the results and reporting process.
Influencers and Social Media Marketing: What You Need to Know
May 01, 2023 Social media influencers have become incredibly popular as a new means of marketing to the masses. But companies and influencers need to play by a new set of rules and regulations with regards to disclosure. Ava Aslani provides an overview on what influencers and businesses need to know before embarking on endorsements or engaging in paid promotion.
Why Shareholders' Agreements Are Necessary
April 25, 2023 Episode 56 of the Law Talk Podcast with Clay Williams & Tanvir Gill discusses the necessity of shareholders’ agreements in business and why it is best to be proactive in protecting your investment.
Latest Canadian Immigration News
April 17, 2023 Carly Perryman, paralegal for the Immigration Team at FH&P, recaps the latest Canadian Immigration news, ranging from Express Entry Draw updates to Post-Graduation Work Permit extensions as well as a potential strike that could cause processing delays.
Employment Law Basics for Startups
April 14, 2023 Going from startup founder to employer can be a big step. And hiring employees is not a process to be taken lightly. FH&P Associate Ava Aslani provides an overview of Employment Law basics for startups, including the employment standards in BC and other key legal aspects you need to know.
How Non-Competition Clauses Work in B.C.
April 11, 2023 Episode 55 of the Law Talk Podcast features FH&P Partner Nancy Ling co-hosting with Clay Williams to discuss the merits and ramifications of non-competition and non-solicitation clauses in British Columbia, including enforceability of employment agreements within the courts.
What is a Minute Book and Why Do You Need One
April 03, 2023 Maintaining a minute book is essential and an integral part of managing your company. Without that corporate records book, several issues can arise - ranging from government audits to shareholder disagreements to the potential dissolving of your company by the BC Registry. Ava Aslani highly recommends trusting a lawyer to ensure your minute book is in order for all types of filings.
FH&P Welcomes Russell Tse to Law Team as General Solicitor
March 30, 2023 FH&P’s legal team is growing again with the addition of Russell Tse. Russell conducts a solicitor’s practice, providing services to his clients in the areas including, but not limited to, residential and commercial Real Estate, First Nations Land Development, Corporate and Commercial, Wills, and Estate Administration.