Our Services

Our Clients

Indigenous Governments

We work with our clients to understand their community needs and goals and to create strong relationships. We typically act as general legal counsel for our First Nation clients, allowing us to understand all aspects of their governance, practices, Aboriginal rights and title, economic development and community goals, historical grievances and disputes with the Crown. This allows us to provide them with more specialized services specific to their needs.

Businesses & Non-Profits

We support private businesses and organizations with a wide array of legal services. Our team works to identify proactive solutions to limit liability and advocate in a cost-effective manner for your needs. We are passionate about our clients’ vision and love being a part of making it a reality.

Practice Areas

Economic Development

Munnings Law prides itself on driving economic development for our clients by helping them take advantage of commercial and economic opportunities on and off reserve. We are committed to helping our clients attain their goals through risk management, securing financing, limiting liability and building relationships.

We recognize the complexities that Indigenous Governments can face when intersecting with legislation, policy and multiple levels of government. Our experienced team can offer you peace of mind and allow you to focus on your goals while we ensure your business is developing sustainable economic growth.

        • Corporate Organization and Reorganization
        • Incorporation, Partnerships, Joint Ventures
        • Contract Negotiations and Drafting
        • Mergers and Acquisitions
        • Equity and Debt Financing
        • Commercial Agreements
        • Governance and Policy Development
        • Commercial Agreements
        • Business Development
        • Developing solutions for regulatory approvals and jurisdictional issues for development
        • Separation of business and governance, with oversight by the Indigenous Government
        • Relationship building with neighbouring Indigenous Governments and businesses for shared success
        • Real estate services related to development, whether leasing, purchasing, developing or additions to reserve

    Land & Resources

    We assist our clients in developing referral and consultation policies, strategic engagement with the Crown, and negotiating with multiple levels of Crown governments and municipalities for agreements related to reconciliation, recognition and advancement of their Aboriginal rights and title.  

    Government-to-Government Relations

    We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative partnership with our clients. This allows us to advise and assist in negotiating agreements between Indigenous Governments, Crown governments and municipalities. We assist our clients with reconciliation agreements, municipal servicing, obtaining funding for infrastructure through all levels of government and funding sources, fishing and hunting rights, access to resources such as agreements on mining and forestry and assist with lobbying efforts.

    Specific Claims

    The Specific Claims Tribunal has the authority to make binding decisions on the validity of claims and compensation awards to produce meaningful steps toward reconciliation. We specialize in creating a strategic plan to support and advocate for our clients. Our goal is to provide our clients with a platform that enables them to speak their truth.

    Governance

    Our team will help you navigate the development and implementation of governance structures in accordance with your Indigenous laws, values and traditions to create a sustainable structure that supports your community’s needs and produces economic development.

    Business Services

        • Start-ups and High Growth Businesses
        • Corporate Organization and Reorganization
        • Shareholder and Partnership Agreements
        • Equity and Debt Financing
        • Commercial Agreements
        • Mergers and Acquisitions
        • Shareholder and Partner Exits
        • Succession Planning
        • Privacy and Technology Matters
        • Regulatory Approvals
        • Property Development
        • Employment

    Non-Profit Services

        • Incorporation
        • Developing purposes and bylaws
        • Governance and policy-making
        • Employment
        • Maintaining records and assisting with annual general meetings
        • Obtaining charitable status
        • Charitable donations and activities

    Entrepreneurs

    We understand and promote the entrepreneurial spirit, recognizing that this is an exciting and challenging time. We are committed to working with you whether you’re an entrepreneur, start-up, innovator or early investor. We put our clients first and work with you to meet you where you are at and help educate you on your options using plain language. We also offer customized legal services including fixed or flat fees and are open to other flexible arrangements for our services to keep legal fees to a minimum.

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

    We aim to produce cost-effective solutions to complex issues by resolving conflicts outside the courtroom. We use our experience and knowledge to help our clients make an informed decision when choosing the proper avenue to achieve their desired outcome. We are prepared to advise you on an array of comprehensive resolution processes.

    Connect with Us

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    We embody and live by our values.

    Office Hours

    Monday – Friday
    10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    CONTACT

    Suite 200 – 100 Park Royal South
    West Vancouver, BC, V7T 1A2

    (604) 922-0253

    info@munnings.ca

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