Agricultural Law Solutions
Legal Support for Alberta’s Agricultural Industry
Duncan Craig LLP recognizes agriculture and agribusiness as essential industries in Alberta. Farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses face a wide range of legal challenges, often requiring knowledge of multiple legal disciplines. Our agribusiness lawyers are well-versed in contract law, land use, environmental concerns, agriculture-related regulations, and succession planning, ensuring that clients receive practical, cost-effective legal solutions tailored to their unique needs.
Navigating the Complexities of Agricultural Law
Agriculture operates within a unique legal and regulatory framework that is constantly evolving. Whether dealing with farm succession planning, environmental compliance, or government regulations, our team helps farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness owners understand and manage their legal responsibilities effectively.
We provide timely, strategic legal guidance to help clients protect their land, assets, and business interests, be it acquisitions, divestitures, financing, or other restructuring, ensuring long-term success for their agricultural operations.
Tailored Agribusiness & Agricultural Law Solutions
Duncan Craig LLP provides comprehensive legal support across the full spectrum of agribusiness matters. Our firm is committed to helping Alberta’s agricultural sector navigate legal complexities with confidence.
Our Agribusiness & Agricultural Law Solutions Include:
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Agriculture Environmental Compliance
Advising on provincial and federal environmental regulations affecting agricultural operations. -
Agriculture Labour & Employment Issues
Assisting with employment contracts, employee issues, human rights matters, workforce regulations, and dispute resolution. -
Oil, Gas, and Mineral Rights, Surface Rights & Expropriation
Representing landowners in resource-related negotiations for sale, purchase or retention of interests as well as legal disputes. -
Agriculture Quota Purchase & Sale
Facilitating the transfer of quotas in regulated agricultural sectors including dairy and poultry. -
Agri-Food & Value-Added Businesses
Legal support for food processing, product development, transport regulations and general regulatory compliance. -
Common Farm & Agricultural Contracts
Drafting and reviewing legal agreements essential to farming operations. -
Crop Share & Farm Rental/Leasing
Crop Share & Farm Rental/Leasing and Options to Purchase Contracts -
Farm & Agribusiness Incorporation & Partnerships
Establishing business structures that support growth and sustainability. -
Grazing Leases
Advise on government licensing arrangements, sales, purchases, lease transfers and financing to help clients secure and manage leased land effectively. -
Farm Financing & Dealing with Farm Debt
Assisting with loan structuring, refinancing, and farm debt resolution. -
Grain Import & Export Contracts
Ensuring compliance with trade regulations and contract development for grain distribution.
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Land Use, Zoning & Subdivision
Advising on agricultural land development and regulatory compliance. -
Leasing Agreements
Drafting lease agreements for agricultural land and equipment. -
Marriage, Divorce & the Family Farm
Addressing farm asset division and ownership issues in family law matters. -
Mediation & Arbitration for Agribusiness Disputes
Facilitating alternative dispute resolution for farm-related legal conflicts. -
Purchase and Sale of Deeded Farmland, Agribusiness & Government Leases
Handling transactions and legal considerations for buying and selling agricultural properties. -
Suing & Being Sued in Agribusiness
Representing clients in agribusiness-related litigation and legal disputes including land entitlement suits such as severing joint tenancies. -
Tax Matters & the Family Farm
Work alongside your trusted tax advisor to provide legal guidance on tax planning and estate considerations for farm businesses. -
Use of Corporations in Agribusiness
Structuring agricultural businesses for liability protection and tax efficiency. -
Water Rights & Environmental Concerns
Legal assistance with water use regulations and environmental sustainability. -
Wills, Estates & Farm Succession Planning
Protecting farm assets and ensuring seamless estate transitions.
Why Choose DCLLP for Agribusiness Legal Matters?
- Deep Knowledge of Agricultural Law – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling legal matters specific to Alberta’s agricultural industry.
- Practical & Cost-Effective Solutions – We provide efficient legal strategies tailored to the needs of farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness owners.
- Comprehensive Industry Support – From farm succession planning to land and business acquisitions or divestitures, our team covers all aspects of agribusiness law.
- Trusted Advisors for Agricultural Clients – We are committed to supporting Alberta’s agricultural community with knowledgeable legal counsel.
Book a Consultation for Agribusiness & Agricultural Law Support
If you need legal guidance for agribusiness, farm succession, or regulatory compliance, our agriculture and agribusiness lawyers are here to help. Contact Duncan Craig LLP today to discuss your legal needs.
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The services highlighted above reflect just a portion of our full legal solutions.
DCLLP Cares
At Duncan Craig LLP, relationships and community are more than values—they are the foundation of who we are. For 130 years, our firm has provided trusted legal services while also dedicating time and resources to supporting Albertans and the communities we serve.
Our lawyers and staff are proud to give back by supporting charitable organizations, scholarships, and sponsoring unique community events every year. We believe in leading by example – paying attention to where immediate support is needed and help make a difference. It’s a culture of giving that extends beyond financial contributions and reflects our commitment to enhance our strong, resilient communities in Edmonton and beyond.
A donor-advised fund ensures Duncan Craig LLP will make community contributions in perpetuity. Read the article in the June edition of Business in Edmonton.