Contract & Business Dispute Lawyers in Edmonton

Verdicta LLP's contract dispute lawyers in Edmonton represent individuals and businesses in breach of contract claims, shareholder and partner disputes, and other commercial litigation in the Alberta Court of Justice and Court of King's Bench.

Disputes we handle

• Breach of contract
• Shareholder & partner disputes
• Construction & renovation disputes
• Unpaid invoices
• Misrepresentation
• Defending claims

Breach of contract

A breach occurs when a party fails to do what the contract requires — pay, deliver, perform to the agreed standard, or meet a deadline. Remedies usually include damages to put you where you would have been if the contract had been performed, and in some cases orders requiring performance or ending the contract.

Shareholder and partner disputes

Disagreements between business owners can threaten the business itself. We review your shareholder or partnership agreement and your options — including negotiated buy-outs and, for corporations, the oppression remedy under Alberta's Business Corporations Act, which protects shareholders from unfairly prejudicial conduct.

Where your case is heard

• Alberta Court of Justice (Civil) — claims up to $100,000
• Court of King's Bench — larger claims, injunctions and complex matters

Deadlines

In Alberta, you generally have two years from when you knew or ought to have known about your claim to sue. If you've been served with a claim, you have strict deadlines to respond.

Our approach

We start with a candid assessment of your position and likely costs. Many disputes resolve through a strong demand letter, negotiation or mediation. When they don't, we're prepared to litigate. Need help preventing disputes? See contracts & commercial leases.