Garnet Brooks, founder and managing lawyer of Brooks Business Law, standing beside a desk in his office.

Based in Halifax · Serving Atlantic Canada

Legal Advice Built for Business

Corporate, commercial, real estate, financing and Indigenous business law, led by Garnet Brooks.

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  • Rated 5.0 on Google
  • 1000+ BusinessesIncorporated and advised
  • 50+ ProjectsIndigenous and First Nation
  • 15+ YearsIn business and law

Business Law Services

The firm also handles secured financing, corporate and registration services, residential real estate, wills and estate planning and immigration law.

Incorporation and Business Start Up

  • Advice on corporate structure
  • Share ownership
  • Incorporation on the right legal foundation
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Buying and Selling a Business

  • Business acquisitions and sales
  • Guidance through every stage
  • From Letters of Intent to closing
Ask About a Purchase or Sale

Corporate Transactions

  • Shareholder agreements
  • Reorganizations and corporate structuring
  • Governance and succession planning
Ask About Corporate Work

Commercial Transactions

  • Contracts and commercial agreements
  • Negotiations
  • Day to day business matters
Ask About a Contract

Commercial Real Estate

  • Commercial property purchases and sales
  • Leasing and refinancing
  • Development projects
Ask About a Property

Indigenous Business and Economic Development

  • First Nations and Indigenous organizations across Canada
  • Economic development corporations
  • Land-related projects and corporate structuring on reserve
Ask About a Project
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The Lawyers You Work With

Matters are matched with the lawyers and legal professionals whose experience fits the work. The team also includes Jason May, residential real estate and immigration lawyer.

Garnet Brooks in a navy suit and checked tie.

Garnet Brooks

  • Founder and managing lawyer
  • Admitted to the bar in Nova Scotia, 2011
  • Certificate in Securities Law, Osgoode Hall Law School
  • Finalist, Indigenous Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, Atlantic Canada
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Shashank Roheria in a pale grey suit and burgundy tie.

Shashank Roheria

  • Business lawyer
  • Admitted to the bar in Nova Scotia, 2026 and New Brunswick, 2025
  • MBA, UNB and Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Start-up Mentor, Futurepreneur
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Amanda Smith Hatt in a white jacket, seated at her desk.

Amanda Smith Hatt

  • Business lawyer
  • Admitted to the bar in Nova Scotia, 2022 and England and Wales, 2020
  • Juris Doctor, Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University, 2017
  • Bachelor of Commerce in Finance & Economics, Saint Mary’s University
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What Clients Say on Google

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5.0 on Google

I have worked with Garnet for over 7 years now… I enjoy working with Garnet and am 100% confident in his work. He is very diligent and extremely reactive to various legal issues…When it’s not in his field he always has a great contact to support him to deliver solid results.
I am currently working with Brooks Law on several things and will continue to work with them!

Floran Lambie

Garnet has supported me and my businesses for the last five years, including incorporating my company and countless matters since. He’s accessible, responsive, and his communication is always clear. The work product is excellent, and I’ve been genuinely happy working with him. Highly recommend Brooks Business Law.

Balsam Inc.

I had an excellent experience working with Brooks Business Law during the sale of my business. Garnet and the entire staff were amazing throughout the entire process.
Their team was highly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive, making what could have been a complex and stressful transaction feel smooth and manageable. …

Mike Konigshofer
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I initially started working with Garnet Brooks for business legal support, but over time he has become my trusted advisor across real estate, financing, and personal legal matters as well. …

Joe Lewis

Working with Garnet Brooks Law has been an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their level of professionalism, strategic insight, and attention to detail is truly best-in-class. …

Akeem Adebayo

A Boutique Business Law Firm

Brooks Business Law is focused on corporate, commercial and real estate law. It pairs experienced legal counsel with a practical business perspective, efficient technology and responsive, personal service.

Who We Act For

  • Entrepreneurs and investors
  • Businesses and professionals
  • First Nations and Economic Development Corporations
  • Indigenous organizations

How We Work

  • Discovery and consultation
  • Strategic planning
  • Execution and support
  • Follow-up and long-term guidance

Fees

  • Clear flat-fee pricing for many services, such as incorporations and real estate transactions
  • Hourly billing for complex or ongoing legal matters
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The reception desk at Brooks Business Law with the firm's name on the wall behind it.

Find the Office in Bedford

The waiting area at Brooks Business Law: a cream sofa and two green armchairs under the firm's sign.

Address

11 Bloom Lane, Suite 216
Bedford NS B4B 2E6

Meetings

Monday to Friday. Flexible meeting times and virtual meetings are available, so call the office to arrange a time.

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