Commercial and Corporate Lawyers

From incorporation to reorganization and everything in between, our experienced business lawyers help you navigate the legal landscape with confidence.

Who We Help?

Whether you’re launching a new venture, or restructuring an established corporation, our commercial and corporate lawyers support your legal needs, including

  • Small and medium-sized businesses
  • Established corporations
  • Family-owned enterprises
  • Professional corporations
  • Partnerships and joint ventures
  • Investors and shareholders

From one-time legal advice to long-term strategic support, we tailor our services to your business goals.

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Business Legal Services We Offer

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Why FDT Law for Your Business?

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At FDT Law, we understand the unique challenges local businesses face in Ontario. Unlike large downtown firms, we offer accessible, community-focused legal services tailored to the practical needs of our clients.
“I appreciated how responsive they were—any question I had was answered quickly and thoroughly.”
Local expertise with a focus on Ontario business law requirements
Straightforward advice on incorporations, dissolutions, and corporate records
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Responsive communication and clear explanations without legal jargon
A trusted partner for day-to-day business legal needs
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Consultation:

Start with a consultation with our experienced team. Please tell us your business needs—whether it’s a quick incorporation, a shareholder agreement, or help closing down a company. We’ll assess your situation and explain how we can help.

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Clear Retainer and Scope:

Once retained, we gather the necessary documents—corporate records, asset schedules, lease terms, or purchase details—and ensure everything is organized and compliant. Our goal is to make the process smooth and stress-free.

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Efficient Preparation:

Once retained, we gather the necessary documents—corporate records, asset schedules, lease terms, or purchase details—and ensure everything is organized and compliant. Our goal is to make the process smooth and stress-free.
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Execution and Filing:

We draft, review, and file all relevant documents efficiently—whether it’s incorporating a new business, executing a small asset sale, or updating your annual minutes.
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Wrap-Up and Next Steps:

After completing your matter, we ensure everything is finalized and provide clear next steps for your records or ongoing obligations. You walk away with peace of mind and a legal team you can return to when needed.

Our Process.

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We know that legal work for your business shouldn’t be stressful. That’s why our team is here to simplify the process and provide clear, practical advice—so you can focus on running your business.

Friendly Support

We listen first, then act. Whether you’re incorporating, selling assets, or updating your minute book, we explain everything in plain language and keep you informed every step of the way.

Experienced Team

With decades of experience supporting Ontario businesses, we offer practical legal services rooted in local knowledge. We focus on the work that matters most to our clients—filings, dissolutions, and small corporate transactions.

Our Process.

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We know that legal work for your business shouldn’t be stressful. That’s why our team is here to simplify the process and provide clear, practical advice—so you can focus on running your business.

Friendly Support

We listen first, then act. Whether you’re incorporating, selling assets, or updating your minute book, we explain everything in plain language and keep you informed every step of the way.

Experience Team

With decades of experience supporting Ontario businesses, we offer practical legal services rooted in local knowledge. We focus on the work that matters most to our clients—filings, dissolutions, and small corporate transactions.
Step 01
7
Step 01

Consultation:

Start with a consultation with our experienced team. Please tell us your business needs—whether it’s a quick incorporation, a shareholder agreement, or help closing down a company. We’ll assess your situation and explain how we can help.
Step 02
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Step 02

Clear Retainer and Scope:

Once retained, we gather the necessary documents—corporate records, asset schedules, lease terms, or purchase details—and ensure everything is organized and compliant. Our goal is to make the process smooth and stress-free.
Step 03
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Step 03

Efficient Preparation:

Once retained, we gather the necessary documents—corporate records, asset schedules, lease terms, or purchase details—and ensure everything is organized and compliant. Our goal is to make the process smooth and stress-free.
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Step 04

Execution and Filing:

We draft, review, and file all relevant documents efficiently—whether it’s incorporating a new business, executing a small asset sale, or updating your annual minutes.
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Wrap-Up and Next Steps:

After completing your matter, we ensure everything is finalized and provide clear next steps for your records or ongoing obligations. You walk away with peace of mind and a legal team you can return to when needed.

Civil Litigation

Personal Injury

Real Estate Law

Wills & Estates

Meet Your corporate commercial law Team

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Jennifer L.A. Goldsmith, B.A., J.D.

Jennifer combines her legal expertise and financial background to guide clients through will creation, estate planning, and administration. As a lifelong Ontarian who began her career as a financial advisor, she knows how to simplify complex legal documents and help first-time estate planners feel confident and supported every step of the way.

Jennifer L.A. Goldsmith, B.A., J.D

Jennifer combines her legal expertise and financial background to guide clients through will creation, estate planning, and administration. As a lifelong Ontarian who began her career as a financial advisor, she knows how to simplify complex legal documents and help first-time estate planners feel confident and supported every step of the way.

4.9 Average Customer Review

Thank you Michael LaPlante, Melissa MacDonald and Abby Laurin for guiding me through the intricacies of a lawsuit. I'm sincerely grateful for your expertise and professionalism.
J.G.
Thank you Michael LaPlante, Melissa MacDonald and Abby Laurin for guiding me through the intricacies of a lawsuit. I'm sincerely grateful for your expertise and professionalism.
J.G.
J.G.
"Very helpful, responsive and knowledgeable."
J.P.
"Very helpful, responsive and knowledgeable."
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J.P.
"Very efficient and professional experience. Happy to recommend."
L.R.
"Very efficient and professional experience. Happy to recommend."
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L.R.
"Professional and friendly service. Efficient communications."
S.G.
"Professional and friendly service. Efficient communications."
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S.G.
"Good service and good advice. Thanks 👍"
P.D.
"Good service and good advice. Thanks 👍"
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P.D.
"Highly recommend for all your legal needs. Staff were courteous and replied quickly to phone calls and emails. Hassle free and got the job done quickly and efficiently, which made life easier with one less thing to worry about. I've ...
K.Q.
"Highly recommend for all your legal needs. Staff were courteous and replied quickly to phone calls and emails. Hassle free and got the job done quickly and efficiently, which made life easier with one less thing to worry about. I've used FDT multiple times and receive the same awesome service every time."
K.Q.
K.Q.
"Although we live out of the Midland area, we continue to use Ferguson Deacon Taws LLP because of the exceptional customer service and genuine helpful nature of all the staff. Great dependable team for all our legal needs."
S.B.
"Although we live out of the Midland area, we continue to use Ferguson Deacon Taws LLP because of the exceptional customer service and genuine helpful nature of all the staff. Great dependable team for all our legal needs."
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S.B.
"Fantastic people at this firm! They made our transactions easy, clear and took the time to explain everything. Would 100% recommend and will use again when the time comes."
T.M.
"Fantastic people at this firm! They made our transactions easy, clear and took the time to explain everything. Would 100% recommend and will use again when the time comes."
T.M.
T.M.
"Great law firm. Very easy to work with."
D.W.
"Great law firm. Very easy to work with."
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FAQs: Commercial and Corporate Lawyers

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