Lawson Lundell’s Board Advisory and Corporate Governance Group counsels public and private corporations, boards of directors, board committees, and trustees of listed trusts on the legal, regulatory, and practical aspects of governance.
Our multi-disciplinary team draws on firm-wide experience in corporate finance, tax, mergers and acquisitions, and litigation to deliver advice that supports oversight and compliance.
The group regularly advises a range of organizations across Western Canada and the North, including public and private corporations, investment and royalty trusts, Crown corporations, government authorities, societies, non-profits and benefit companies.
Several of our lawyers serve as directors and corporate secretaries, providing firsthand insight into governance challenges.
Why Choose Lawson Lundell
- Boardroom Experience: We have lawyers who have actively served as corporate secretaries and board directors, giving the group practical, real-world insights into operational dynamics, friction points, and decision-making processes boards face.
- Regional & Sector Intelligence: Operating across Western Canada and the North, the group understands regulatory frameworks, local market dynamics, and distinct governance expectations governing public entities, Crown corporations, REITs, and non-profits alike.
- Multi-Disciplinary Integration: The group draws on firm-wide experience in tax, M&A, executive compensation, regulatory compliance, and litigation so boards understand multifaceted risks.
Core Services
Governance Frameworks & Board Operations
- Best Practices: Developing corporate governance frameworks and codes of conduct.
- Structure & Composition: Advising on board structure, diversity policies, term limits, and stakeholder roles.
- Policies & Procedures: Drafting terms of reference, agenda management guidelines, and director orientation and education programs.
- Committees: Structuring and advising audit, human resources, nomination, governance, and executive compensation committees.
Fiduciary Duties & Risk Management
- Fiduciary Obligations: Advising on standards of care, conflict of interest analyses, and the business judgment rule.
- Risk Oversight: Structuring risk management, health and safety, whistleblowing, and anti-bribery and corruption frameworks.
- Liability & Protection: Guiding clients through director and officer (D&O) indemnification, liability mitigation, and fair review processes.
- Regulatory Compliance: Managing continuous disclosure obligations and evolving regulatory requirements.
Contact Our Team
To discuss your specific business needs or learn more about how our legal team can support your operations, please contact a member of our board advisory team.