IMPORTANT INFORMATION RE:  BUYER REQUIREMENTS

 

IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING OF  A LAW SOCIETY OF A CANADIAN PROVINCE YOU CANNOT PURCHASE A LAW PRACTICE IN CANADA

 

 A buyer must be a legally qualified Canadian lawyer in order to be legally eligible to purchase a practice.  You must be a member of the the Law Society of the Province of sale or eligible for membership in said Law Society prior to purchase.

 

 

If you are unable to provide proof of your Law Society membership you will not be provided any information on any practice listed below.

 

 

TRADEMARK PRACTICE - Canada - FOREIGN CLIENTS REGISTERING IN CANADA

 

(Note: you must be a Canadian Trademark Agent to buy this practice)

 

The seller enjoyed a long career as an IP lawyer/trademark agent both in-house and in government positions.

 

Following retirement from full-time practice 3 years ago, the seller has maintained a part-time Trademark Law Practice.  The seller works approximately 15 hours per week and deals exclusively with foreign clients registering trademarks in Canada.

 

This practice has minimal overhead as it is completely internet based.  The seller works from a home office.

 

Although it is currently based out of British Columbia, the physical location is not being transferred and the buyer could be located anywhere in Canada.  The buyer needs to be a Registered Trademark Agent in Canada.

 

The seller registers Trademark applications, handles Office Actions, Opposition Proceedings and Section 45 Cancellation Proceedings.

 

This is a great opportunity for a Trademark Agent wishing to work part-time or alternatively an existing Trademark Law practice could increase its footprint by taking over the client list.  The practice has excellent growth opportunity.

 

WHITE ROCK B.C. SOLICITOR'S PRACTICE

 

This long-established practice is mainly focused on Wills/Estates, Real Property conveyancing and Corporate/Commercial. Wills and Estates is presently in growth mode and there is great potential for expansion in all other areas of practice. The office is centrally located with reasonable rent and the seller presently has an office sharing arrangement with another lawyer. The seller is prepared to assist the buyer with a transition plan that ensures client retention. 

 

 

SURREY B.C. - SOLICITOR'S PRACTICE

 

2 Lawyer practice Primarily Real Estate, Wills/Estates, Corp/Comm plus 10% Uncontested Family

  

 

OKANAGAN VALLEY - WILLS/ESTATES AND CORPORATE PRACTICE

 

Operating in the North Okanagan Valley since 1995, this practice is unique in its high-end mix of Wills/Estates and Corporate Commercial law.  There is a significant Wills bank and approximately 250 corporate clientele

 

The practice can easily expand to incorporate Real Estate and Litigation work, which are currently referred out.

 

The main premises can accomodate up to 3 lawyers while a nearby satellite office can accomodate 2 lawyers.  The seller owns the main office which the buyer can either lease or purchase. (Note: Ms. Geiger is not a realtor and does not handle real property transfers - if there is interest in purchase of the premises she can refer you to the seller's agent).

 

The Okanagan boasts a sunny climate with a network of lakes and rivers surrounded by rolling hills.  This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy world class skiing, golfing and other outdoor sports - as well as wineries - at your doorstep, without sacrificing an urban lifestyle with excellent commercial and municipal support services.

 

ESTABLISHED SOLICITOR'S PRACTICE - WEST KOOTENAYS REGION

 

This busy established practice is almost equally divided between Real Estate and Wills/Estates with about 5% corporate commercial work.  There is a significant Wills bank, and Estate Administration work is in a growth phase. 

 

The area is underserviced in all areas of practice including family and litigation, such that there is almost unlimited expansion potential. 

 

The right buyer would enjoy living in a smaller community with a friendly, eclectic vibe and easy access to adventure in the surrounding mountains, lakes and rivers. 

 

 

VANCOUVER ISLAND - COMOX VALLEY

 

Over 20 years in operation with a mix of Real Estate, Wills/Estates, Family Law and Civil litigation. Solid and consistent billings. Seller is flexible about transition and will mentor a junior with at least five years' experience.