Scope of Services

1. Transaction Risk Review

Pre-commitment structural risk assessment for SME transactions.

Applicable to:

  • Business transfers

  • Share acquisitions

  • Equity participation

  • Small-scale M&A

2. Franchise & Partnership Screening

Pre-agreement structural review of franchise and partnership arrangements.

Applicable to:

  • Franchise agreements

  • Partnership agreements

  • Introduction of new shareholders

3. Counterparty Background Review

Verification of counterparty credibility and behavioral signals.

Includes:

  • Public record cross-verification

  • Historical conduct pattern review

  • Identification of material inconsistencies

4. Structural & Ownership Analysis

Ownership structure and control transparency review.

Includes:

  • Abnormal shareholding structures

  • Opaque control arrangements

  • Undisclosed related-party indicators

5. Cross-Border Risk Indicators (Canada–China)

Preliminary structural risk indicators in cross-border transactions.

Includes:

  • Capital flow and holding structure review

  • Regulatory exposure differences

  • Information asymmetry considerations