Glossary of Legal Terms
Legal words can feel heavier than they need to. This glossary explains common legal terms in plain language, so it is easier to read forms, service pages, letters, and other legal information with more confidence.
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Common legal words are easier to understand when they are explained in plain language
These definitions are general information only. They are meant to make legal language easier to follow, not to replace guidance about your specific documents, deadlines, or circumstances.
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Incorporation
Incorporation is the legal process of creating a company. It sets up the company as its own legal entity, creates the basic rules the business will use, and can limit personal liability in many cases.
Incorporation Agreement
An incorporation agreement is the signed agreement required before a B.C. company can be formed. It is one of the core documents used in the incorporation process.
Incorporation Application
An incorporation application is the filing submitted to create a new company in British Columbia. It is part of the formal incorporation process with the corporate registry.
Incorporator
An incorporator is a person who enters into the incorporation agreement to form a company. The incorporator helps bring the company into legal existence.
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