Business Details
Your Trusted Agribusiness Law Firm in Medicine Hat
Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law is a regional law firm dedicated to serving farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses in Southeast Alberta. Our team combines deep legal expertise with firsthand knowledge of agricultural operations to simplify complex legal challenges. Founded on the principle that specialized legal services are essential for rural enterprises, we focus exclusively on the unique needs of agribusiness clients. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in areas such as corporate structure, commercial agreements, estate planning, and renewable energy projects. We prioritize clear communication, treating clients' business colleagues with respect during negotiations while maintaining strict client direction.Our practice extends across Hanna, Oyen, Consort, and surrounding regions, with offices strategically located to serve Alberta's agricultural community. We collaborate closely with accountants and financial planners to ensure comprehensive solutions for succession planning and tax optimization. Our team includes recognized experts in renewable energy leasing and corporate finance, reflecting our adaptability to evolving industry demands. With a heritage rooted in rural Alberta, we maintain strong ties to the communities we serve through local involvement and specialized seminars. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures clients receive forward-thinking legal strategies tailored to their operational goals.
Services
Agribusiness Law
Commercial Agreements
Corporate Finance
Estate Planning
Renewable Energy Leasing
Highlights and features
- We specialize in agribusiness law with decades of combined experience in rural Alberta operations
- Our team includes recognized experts in renewable energy leasing and corporate finance
- We maintain offices across Southeast Alberta to better serve local farming communities
- We collaborate with accountants and financial planners for comprehensive estate planning solutions
- Our attorneys have handled complex transactions including international agri-business deals
Services
Agribusiness Law
Specialized legal representation for farmers and ranchers in Southeast Alberta. Our attorneys understand the unique challenges of agricultural operations, including land use, regulatory compliance, and intergenerational transitions. We provide tailored solutions for business structure, contracts, and dispute resolution specific to the agricultural sector.
Commercial Agreements
Drafting and negotiation of comprehensive business agreements to protect client interests. Our services cover shareholder agreements, joint ventures, leases, and employment contracts. We focus on preventing disputes through clear documentation while maintaining flexibility for future business needs.
Corporate Finance
Legal guidance for business growth through traditional and alternative financing options. We assist with loan documentation, security registration, and capital structure optimization. Our experience includes representing both lenders and borrowers in complex financing arrangements.
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning services for entrepreneurs and agricultural families. We create wills, trusts, and transition plans in coordination with financial professionals to ensure smooth business succession and tax-efficient asset distribution.
Renewable Energy Leasing
Specialized legal services for renewable energy projects on agricultural land. Our team negotiates wind and solar energy leases that protect landowner interests while facilitating sustainable development opportunities for rural property owners.
People
Simon J. Hersey
Partner
Practicing agriculture and corporate law in Medicine Hat with experience in agribusiness, real estate, and business transitions. Holds dual legal qualifications in the US and Canada. Active in community development and vehicle restoration projects.
M. Shane Donner
Partner
Recognized expert in renewable energy leasing with extensive experience in agricultural law. Combines technical legal knowledge with practical understanding of rural business operations. Represents clients across western Canada and the central United States.
Reid A. Wilkie
Partner
Founder of the Consort office with over a decade of experience in agricultural law. Specializes in estate planning for farms and ranches. Previously worked in construction, bringing practical business insights to his legal practice.
Madison Colberg
Lawyer
Corporate and real estate lawyer serving the Drumheller area. Combines business education with legal training to provide practical solutions for agricultural clients. Active in local community organizations and economic development initiatives.
Mathew Eisenbarth
Lawyer
Recent addition to the team with dual business and legal education. Focuses on corporate law and tax matters while maintaining strong connections to the agricultural community through family ranching background.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southeast Alberta including Hanna, Oyen, Consort, Medicine Hat, Drumheller, and eastern Saskatchewan regions.
What legal services do you specialize in?
Our core services include agribusiness law, commercial agreements, corporate finance, estate planning, and renewable energy leasing.
Why choose an agribusiness-specialized law firm?
Our focused expertise ensures we understand the unique legal challenges faced by farmers, ranchers, and agricultural enterprises.
Do you handle non-agricultural legal matters?
While our specialty is agribusiness, we also handle corporate law matters for diverse industries including tech startups and retail operations.
How do you approach estate planning for farmers?
We collaborate with accountants to create tax-efficient succession plans tailored to agricultural operations and family dynamics.
