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Maria V. Nathanail
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McLeod Law LLP
On-Demand Programs
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Buying And Selling A Business (On-Demand)
Explore various topics related to buying and selling a business, including preliminary considerations, financial and tax considerations, key agreements and closing, employee matters, unique situations and provisions, and post-closing and areas of conflict. These on-demand programs were originally presented as an in-person program titled Buying and Selling a Business on February 6, 2026. Total running time of each presentation is between is 32 minutes to 1 hour, 6 minutes. -
Preliminary Considerations in Buying and Selling a Business (On-Demand)
Explore initial considerations for lawyers when acting for clients who are buying or selling a business. Topics include the initial engagement, the role of counsel, an overview of transaction structures, and due diligence. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Buying and Selling a Business on February 6, 2026. Total running time is 47 minutes. -
Fundamentals of Corporate Bylaws (On-Demand)
In this presentation, Maria Nathanail discusses issues to consider when drafting bylaws. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in December 2015. -
Corporate Drafting (On-Demand)
Gain a better understanding of how the Alberta Business Corporations Act and Income Tax Act influence your corporate drafting practices, and learn why certain language needs to be included (or not included) in your precedents. Review share structure, bylaws, corporate opinions, resolutions, articles of incorporation, and dividends in this seminar on demand that provides helpful precedents and checklists for you to use or amend in your own practice.
Papers
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Fundamentals of Bylaws
Well drafted bylaws serve as an invaluable tool for those who look to them for guidance. This paper provides clarity and guidance with respect to the bylaw drafting process. The authors’ analysis focuses primarily on statutory requirements and their incorporation into the bylaws. Several overarching subject matters applicable to drafting bylaws are addressed, including provisions related to directors, committees, officers, shares, and meetings of shareholders. A sample corporate bylaw and a sample advance notice bylaw are also provided.This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Corporate Drafting seminar in Edmonton on December 2, 2015 and in Calgary on December 9, 2015.