Agriculture Law

For over sixty-five years Walsh has proudly supported the local communities of Alberta – and none is more important to us than the agricultural business. Our dedication and deep connection to the Albertan agribusiness community sets us apart from other Alberta firms and provides us with a unique understanding of our clients' needs.

At A Glance

Agriculture businesses are a unique and special part of Alberta’s business community. Our experienced team at Walsh provides farmers and their families with the bespoke legal advice they need. From taxes and banking to business succession planning, our team at Walsh has a depth of experience and understanding that’s almost unparalleled.

To Us, It’s Personal

At Walsh, we pride ourselves on taking clients’ hopes, dreams, and challenges on as our own. That’s because to us, the law isn’t about the courtroom – it’s about people. Nowhere is this more true than in our Agriculture Law practice. In fact, several Walsh lawyers have been and are currently active farmers – which means to us, your agriculture business is personal.

As a full-service law firm, with a unique perspective on Albertan agriculture, Walsh can handle every aspect of your agribusiness legal needs, including business structure, succession planning, regulatory issues, day-to-day operations, and financing.

Business Succession Planning

Running a farm isn’t a 9-5. It’s a life’s work, and it deserves careful care and consideration when it’s time to pass it on. Walsh’s agriculture law practice has a team experienced in business and succession planning, including tax planning, business structure, intergenerational succession, and business/asset transfers.

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Financing and Banking Arrangements

When it comes to financing anything for your agribusiness – be it private financing, intergenerational financing, charter banks, AFSC or FFC – our team is experienced and ready to help.

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Our agribusiness services

Contracts and agreements, including leases, partnership agreements, and unanimous shareholders agreements
Estate planning, including wills/tax planning, enduring powers of attorney, and personal directives for agribusiness owners
Surface lease negotiations and surface rights
Buying and selling of businesses and business assets
Ownership of mines and minerals
Regulatory matters, both federal and provincial
Agribusiness operations
Divorce settlement, including agricultural asset division
Dispute resolution and litigation, specifically for business-related conflicts
Employment matters

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These aren't just our people – they're yours. From partner and associate to support staff, every Walsh employee is committed to providing the best service possible.

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These aren't just our people – they're yours. From partner and associate to support staff, every Walsh employee is committed to providing the best service possible.