Areas of Practice
Real Estate
French & Associates represents a large number of clients; from individuals, to one of the largest residential/commercial real estate developers in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Practice in this area includes purchase and sale of residential and commercial properties, residential and commercial construction, subdivision development, commercial leasing, Quieting of Titles applications, acquisition of Crown grants or leases and the incorporation of condominiums. We negotiate and draft agreements of purchase and sale, prepare conveyancing and mortgage documents and offer advice and personal attention to our clients on all aspects of real estate transactions.
Civil Litigation
French & Associates has a broad range of experience in litigation involving a variety of types of claims and disputes.We provide legal advice, expertise and representation to clients involved in litigation related to areas including: collections, construction law, contracts, corporate/commercial matters, employment law, personal injury, real estate and will and estates. Where appropriate, French & Associates engages in settlement strategies such as negotiation, pre-trial conferences, settlement conferences and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to avoid protracted and costly litigation.
Wills & Estate Planning
French & Associates provides clients with legal advice and services with respect to wills, family trusts, appointment of Guardians for mentally disabled persons or minors, probating and administering estates and disputes related to wills and estates. We also provide legal advice on planning for incapacity through the use of enduring powers of attorney and advanced health care directives.
Corporate/Commercial
The corporate and commercial practice of French & Associates is quite varied as our firm acts on a wide range of general corporate/commercial matters. Our practice area includes: incorporations, shareholders’ agreements, asset and share transactions, business contracts, commercial leasing, franchise agreements, corporate/commercial transactions and financing.
employment
French & Associates offers legal advice and services to both employers and employees with respect to employment law matters. We can assist both employers and employees in relation to issues including employment standards, employment contracts, non-competition agreements, dismissal procedures, human rights, occupational health and safety, workers’ compensation and wrongful dismissal actions.
Municipal & Administrative law
Our firm provides legal advice and representation to municipalities, individuals and businesses with regard to residential and commercial land development, planning, zoning and subdivisions. Our lawyers have appeared before the Eastern Regional Appeal Board on behalf of both municipalities and individuals with respect to land development, planning and zoning issues.
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Construction
French & Associates offers legal advice and representation to clients with respect to construction law matters. We advise developers, contractors, subcontractors and owners in all issues relating to construction projects including tendering, construction contracts, construction disputes and mechanics’ lien claims. We advise and represent clients in legal matters related to construction projects whether such advice and representation is required in negotiations, court proceedings, mediation or arbitration.
Personal Injury
French & Associates represents clients who have suffered physical and psychological injuries sustained in a wide range of circumstances. We represent clients in personal injury claims arising from motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian accidents, cycling accidents, slip and falls and a variety of other circumstances. Our firm offers contingency fee arrangements on many personal injury files. As such, our firm is only paid a legal fee when a personal injury claim is successfully resolved and the client receives compensation. If you have been injured in an accident, and have questions regarding your claim, the legal process or fee arrangements contact our office to arrange a free office consultation.
BUSINESS STRATEGY
The startup and small business marketplace is a competitive field that requires legal advice from lawyers who understand the particulars of growing a business. We offer a competitive advantage that can help you save money and make better decisions regarding the health of your business. Our goal is to provide balanced legal advice to help companies looking to grow.
