Columnists


Latest on immigrant workers
Contributed - Jun 28, 2022 - Columnists

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the flow of foreign workers, which has impacted business in our communities as well as across the country and still is. At FH&P Lawyers the immigration department has been working diligently with businesses and workers across the world trying to assist where possible to speed up a potential worker’s application. Canada has […]

How to lease for business
Contributed - Jun 14, 2022 - Columnists

In this episode of the FH&P Lawyers Law Talk podcast, partner Clay Williams and associate Tanvir Gill discuss leasing a space or building for your business. Whether you are just starting out or have been in business for a while, knowing about how a lease works, the obligations of a landlord, the offer to lease […]

Know marketing ins, outs
Contributed - May 31, 2022 - Columnists

In today’s business world having a good marketing plan is critical. Whether that plan develops campaigns to run on a digital platform or a more traditional avenue, having a focused message is important. The ability to track your return or investment is just as important as the campaign itself. Tracking your findings can help tailor future […]

Make your partnership work
Contributed - May 17, 2022 - Columnists

FH&P business lawyers Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill have explored several ways in which people run their businesses within the Okanagan through the Law Talk podcast. One of the most common and oldest structures to run a business is through a partnership, which is typically unincorporated. Today the hosts dissect the pros and cons of running […]

How to avoid business litigation
Okanagan Edge Staff - May 03, 2022 - Columnists

Lawyers Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill are business lawyers serving the B.C. Interior and hosts of the Law Talk podcast. This week our lawyers welcome Associate Shane Gardner, a litigator at FH&P Lawyers, as they discuss litigation strategies and how you can potentially avoid litigation when it comes to business transactions. Send your legal questions […]

Credit key for businesses
Contributed - Apr 19, 2022 - Columnists

Over the course of a business’ life cycle, every one of them at some point is going to need some credit. Whether it is applying for a mortgage, or a loan for their operation or perhaps to buy another business, most will need credit. In this episode of the FH&P Lawyers Law Talk podcast, lawyers Clay […]

Talking confidentiality and business
Contributed - Apr 05, 2022 - Columnists

When the Law Talk podcast is recorded on a Friday afternoon there is always some interesting information that seems to pop up. Have a listen to what a llama and a cow have to do with this week’s episode. Lawyers Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill also discuss competition and confidentiality clauses and why they are extremely […]

Appraisers key in legal matters
Contributed - Mar 22, 2022 - Columnists

Lawyers Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill work with several professionals around the Okanagan when assisting clients. One of those individuals that they regularly connect with is Steve Danielson, a commercial appraiser from Danielson Caruso who has been working in the area for more than 15 years and has a wealth of experience. In this episode, […]

Learn from bad relationships
Contributed - Mar 09, 2022 - Columnists

By Annette Adkin Life is a series of learning experiences, and many of its lessons come in the form of human experiences. Most of us think that the relationships that are pleasurable are blessings in our lives. But every single person we come in contact with provides a unique opportunity for our inner self to […]

Lawyers discuss women in law
Contributed - Mar 08, 2022 - Columnists

It’s International Women’s Day and the FH&P Lawyers Law Talk podcast celebrates by having lawyers Tanvir Gill and Jen Schreurs host to discuss some of the positives and negatives of being a woman in the law profession. Both Gill and Schreurs are fourth year calls and have a busy practice within FH&P Lawyers. Gill has been […]