Commercial Transactions

Commercial transactions are at the core of successful business dealings. At McLennan Ross, we are a diverse team of problem-solvers focused on delivering practical business solutions and personal service. We have the business know-how as well as the technical skill necessary to prepare, negotiate, and close commercial transactions accurately and efficiently.

We get it right the first time.

Every business and situation is unique and we get to know each of our clients to offer sound and practical advice that limits liability and mitigates risk. We listen carefully and ask the right questions to structure and execute successful transactions. If needed, our commercial transactions team can also call upon any lawyer in our diverse firm for customized assistance in areas that include tax, regulatory, employment, environmental, and competition law.

Companies and business owners have trusted us for decades to guide them through the process of large and small-scale transactions and everything in between. We assist with commercial transactions and agreements, including purchase and sale agreements, financing arrangements, shareholder and partnership buyouts, joint venture agreements, securities, and leases.

Our clients can always count on us for practical advice on all types of business structures including partnerships, proprietorships, public corporations, not-for-profit organizations, and joint ventures. We also review, negotiate, and draft agreements, assist with due diligence inquiries, resolve title issues, and ensure compliance. Our negotiation skills, combined with our attention to detail, ensures our clients have commercial agreements that are precise and aligned with their future business goals.

Dedicated to our clients’ success.

McLennan Ross’s reputation for personal and responsive service has been achieved through many years of results and successful relationships. We are proud of our history as trusted advisors to multinational corporations, publicly held companies, closely-held corporations, joint ventures, and partnerships.

Our lawyers understand the business world and know a proactive and strategic approach is necessary for success. We make sure clients stay on top of every detail of their legal responsibilities to shareholders, employees, and other stakeholders in a range of sectors, including financial services and investment, industrial manufacturers, supply chains, governments, automotive, real estate, health, technology, and energy.

Contact us today with questions or for advice on any commercial transaction.

We’re always ready to help.

Our commercial transaction experience includes:

• Amalgamations
• Antitrust matters
• Banking and lending agreements
• Capital equipment purchase and lease
• Commercial and industrial properties
• Commercial security agreements
• Construction contracts
• Consulting agreements
• Corporate reorganizations
• Employment contracts
• Financing and security
• Incorporations
• Intellectual property licensing agreements
• Investment transactions
• Lease agreements
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements
• Partnership agreements
• Product development
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Representative agreements
• Retirement and succession
• Sale of goods
• Share and asset transactions
• Shareholder agreements