Cap Exempt H1B Visa Guide for Employers
You found the right candidate. They have the degree, the experience, and the business fit. Then the usual H-1B lottery gets in the way. For many employers in New York and Ontario, that’s the moment the hiring plan stalls. A startup may need an engineer now. A research venture may need a specialized scientist for […]
Patent Infringement Attorney: A Cross-Border Guide
A founder launches a software product in Ontario, starts selling into New York, and then gets a letter from a competitor claiming patent infringement. The letter demands that sales stop, records be preserved, and a response be sent by counsel. Most business owners don’t know whether the claim is serious, tactical, or defective. They just […]
E-2 visa vs EB-5 visa which is better: 2026 Insight
A Canadian founder reaches the same moment. The U.S. customer pipeline is real, the New York or Florida expansion plan is ready, and the immigration question becomes the gating issue. At Mayo Law, this question drives the conversation. Do you need a fast operating visa so you can get into the U.S. and run the […]
Best businesses for E-2 visa approval: 8 Top Picks 2026
You are ready to enter the U.S. market, but one question keeps controlling the entire E-2 strategy: what business gives you the strongest approval path? For many investors from treaty countries, including Canada, the answer is not the cheapest business or the trendiest one. It is the business that best proves real operations, active ownership, […]
Master E-2 Visa Business Plan Requirements
A strong E-2 filing often turns on one document: the business plan. If you are a founder in Toronto, Ottawa, or elsewhere in a treaty country and you are preparing to expand into the U.S., the plan is where your business story meets immigration scrutiny. At Mayo Law, we see that many investors come to […]
Transfer on Death Deed New York: Protect Your Assets
If you are a Canadian who owns a condo, vacation home, or investment property in New York, estate planning may feel simple until you ask one practical question. What happens to that property when you die? For many cross-border families, the old answer was probate, delay, paperwork, and a plan that often did not line […]
Bill C-3 Canada: How the Citizenship Act May Affect You in 2026 | Mayo Law
For years, a frustrating rule in Canadian citizenship law created a group of people known as “Lost Canadians.” Bill C-3, a recent and critical amendment to Canada’s Citizenship Act, is designed to fix this. If you have Canadian heritage but were previously denied citizenship because of where you or your parents were born, this change […]
Ontario Incorporation Checklist 2026: Steps, Costs, Timelines
Incorporating in Ontario is mechanically easy. The hard part is choosing a structure that will not break under revenue, partners, investors, or cross-border activity. Step 1: Pick the right jurisdiction Ontario incorporation is usually the default if you operate primarily in Ontario and want a clean local setup. Federal incorporation is usually worth it if […]
A Guide to Stock Purchase Agreements for 2026
When you're buying or selling a business, the Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA) is the single most important document in the entire transaction. It’s the legal blueprint that dictates every term of the deal. For entrepreneurs navigating a company sale or an acquisition, especially across the U.S.-Canada border, getting this agreement right is non-negotiable. At Mayo […]
Shareholders’ Agreements: 12 Clauses That Prevent Founder Wars
A shareholders’ agreement is the backbone of a multi-owner company, setting the stage for smooth operations by defining decision-making authority, ownership, and exit strategies. By addressing issues like equity vesting and board composition early on, companies can avoid slow-motion litigation and ensure governance remains robust.