Author: Jeremiah Kowalchuk

Acting as counsel in business transactions is an interesting and dynamic practice area. There are pitfalls that can catch the unwary lawyer, and risks of litigation between parties to a transaction if a dispute arises. This paper provides guidance on pitfalls, disputes, and litigation for counsel engaged in transactions involving the purchase and sale of a business.

These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Buying and Selling a Business program in Edmonton on February 6, 2026.