Legal Services

Business Legal Services

Strategic legal solutions for every stage of your business journey.

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Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM Atlantic

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Starting a Business

Launching your business requires careful planning and a solid legal foundation. We help entrepreneurs and established companies launch new ventures with confidence.

Whether you’re incorporating your first company, buying a franchise, or securing startup financing, we ensure you have the proper structure and agreements in place from day one.

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Managing & Growing a Business

Growth brings complexity. As your business expands, you need legal strategies that protect your operations while positioning you for continued success.

We help with employment matters, commercial operations, real estate transactions, governance structures, and tax compliance. Our integrated approach ensures all aspects of your business work together efficiently.

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Business Transactions

Major transactions require careful planning and flawless execution. Whether you’re buying, selling, merging, or restructuring, we guide you through every step of the process.

Our transaction team handles due diligence, negotiations, regulatory approvals, and closing procedures. We structure deals to maximize value while minimizing risk and tax implications.

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Disputes & Resolution

When disputes arise, swift and strategic action is necessary to protect your business interests. We resolve conflicts efficiently, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

From contract disputes to tax audits, collections to expropriation, we fight for the best possible outcome while minimizing disruption to your operations.

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Focus Areas

Different industries face unique legal challenges. Our lawyers bring specialized knowledge of sector-specific regulations, risks, and opportunities.

We serve construction companies, non-profits, media organizations, regulated professionals, and businesses facing defamation issues, tailoring our approach to meet the specific needs of your industry.

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Global Reach. Local Roots.

As a TAGLaw® member since 2003, we connect you with trusted law firms in over 90 countries, giving Atlantic Canadian clients true global reach while maintaining our local, personal approach.

What this means for you:
  • Local lawyers who know the laws where you do business
  • Seamless cross-border legal support
  • Global reach, local values
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Why Choose BOYNECLARKE?

For over 50 years, we’ve served clients across Dartmouth and the Halifax Regional Municipality. As one of the region’s largest law firms, our team works together to support you with clarity and care.

What you can expect:

  • In-depth understanding of Nova Scotia’s legal landscape
  • Flexible meetings: in-person, virtual, or by phone
  • Clear communication with no legal jargon or hidden fees

Whether it’s one issue or many, our lawyers collaborate across practice areas to help you move forward with confidence.