Business structures and practice arrangements

Under the Law Society Act and its by-laws, you are permitted to set up your practice as a sole proprietorship, general partnership, limited liability partnership, or a professional corporation.  To understand the differences between these types of business structures, consult the Law Society's comparison resource.
 

• Limited liability partnerships
• Professional corporations

The Law Society also recognizes three practice arrangements that involve non-licensees:

• Multi-discipline practices and partnerships  
• Affiliations
• Civil society organizations

Licensees interested in operating in association should review the below resource:

• Associate versus association

Whatever business structure or practice arrangement you choose, you should ensure your law or legal services practice is presented accurately on any marketing and advertising materials. For tips on how to represent your practice on your letterhead consult the below resource:

• Professional letterhead

Last updated: December 12, 2023