“We thought the contract was pretty straightforward.” It’s something we hear regularly from manufacturing businesses. A contract might seem perfectly fine when everything is going smoothly. But when a supplier doesn’t deliver, a customer doesn’t pay, a project changes direction or a business relationship starts to break down, the wording of that contract can suddenly [...]
Jean Kallmyr recently joined Rankin Business Lawyers, bringing with her a wealth of experience across both the legal and business worlds. With more than 25 years of experience spanning business, investment management, corporate governance and strategic advisory, Jean brings a broad commercial perspective to her work as a lawyer. Her legal experience includes corporate and [...]
Yuanchao advises on commercial and corporate matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts and leases, advising on employment, business transactions, intellectual property and general commercial matters, and helping clients achieve business goals. Yuanchao has a practical, considered approach to his work, taking time to understand what a client seeks to achieve before delivering clear, commercially sensible [...]
During 2026, Rankin Business Lawyers is presenting a series of articles providing guidance on what to do when preparing a business for sale. This month, with an eye to ensuring continuity during a business sale, we look at leases, licences and premises, and what to know during the assignation process. Continuity of the business [...]