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An incorporation lawyer Edmonton founders can call before registering a company, not after the first dispute.
Registering a company takes an afternoon. Choosing the right structure takes thought. An incorporation lawyer Edmonton founders can call early helps you decide what to incorporate, how to split shares and what to put in writing.
Gupta Law Services incorporates companies under the Alberta Business Corporations Act and federal law, and also helps existing businesses move from a sole proprietorship to a corporation.
We prepare the minute book so you start organized.
A corporation is its own legal person.
Shareholders are generally not liable for company debts.
A name search or numbered company is needed.
Records the company must keep.
Alberta and federal incorporation work differently, and the choice matters.
To incorporate in Alberta, you choose a name or use a numbered company, file articles of incorporation and register the company’s directors and address with Alberta Corporate Registry. A name-based company usually needs a name search report to avoid confusion with existing names. A corporation can also be incorporated federally, which gives the right to use the name across Canada but adds reporting.
The share structure matters. You decide what classes of shares exist and who holds them. Holding shares in different classes can help with dividends, family planning or bringing in investors. We explain the options before you file.
After incorporation, the company must hold organizational meetings, issue shares, keep a register of directors and shareholders, and file annual returns. Failing to keep up can lead to the company being struck. We provide a minute book and guidance.
If you have co-owners, you need more than a share structure. See shareholder agreements. For buying an existing business, see buying and selling a business.
From first company to restructuring.
Articles, directors and registry filings.
Incorporation under federal law.
Faster incorporation without a name.
Converting a sole proprietorship.
Organizational resolutions and share registers.
Annual returns and corporate changes.
Most incorporations take a few days once we have the information.
We learn about your business and owners.
We confirm the structure, shareholders and name.
We file the articles and prepare the minute book.
We deliver the documents and advise on next steps.
See shareholder agreements, buying and selling a business and all business services. For your hires, see our employment law page.
Gupta Law Services is led by Gagandeep Gupta, Barrister and Solicitor, with more than 25 years of international legal experience. We help founders set up businesses they can grow.
We explain the choices in plain language.
If you need an incorporation lawyer Edmonton founders can call this week, contact our office.
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What Edmonton founders ask about incorporating. Our incorporation lawyer Edmonton team answers them below.
Government fees are modest and legal fees vary with complexity. We outline both before we begin.
Alberta incorporation is common for businesses operating mainly in Alberta. Federal incorporation suits businesses operating across provinces. We advise based on your plans.
A corporation without a chosen name, identified by a number. You can add a trade name later.
Yes, corporations must keep corporate records.
Yes. We can help move assets and contracts into the corporation.
Call +1 825-888-1848 or request a consultation online. We are at 8104 160 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5Z 3J8. This page is general information, not legal advice.
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