— Property Development · Surrey, BC

Legal architecture for projects, from bare land to sold out.

Land acquisition, development financing, subdivision, construction contracts, and the structures that keep a project's risk where it belongs.

5.0 ★★★★★

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(778) 262-2835

Your first 30 minutes are free. Confidential counsel from acquisition through to completion — every conversation is privileged.

— Overview

Counsel that understands both the developer and the lender.

GSG acts for developers and builders across Surrey and the Lower Mainland on the full life of a project: assembling and structuring the land, negotiating financing and registering security, papering the construction phase, and closing the sales at the end. Because the firm also acts for banks, credit unions, and private lenders on development financing, we know what the other side of the table needs to see — and how to get deals funded faster.

The firm's founder comes from a family with deep experience in real estate development and construction, so the advice is grounded in how projects actually run: the trades, the draws, the overruns, and the deadlines that don't move. Our in-house accountant works on the structuring of every project entity.

— What we handle

Property development services.

I.Land acquisition & assembly

II.Project structuring & bare trusts

III.Development financing & security

IV.Subdivision & servicing agreements

V.Construction contracts

VI.Builders lien management

VII.Joint ventures & partnerships

VIII.Project sales & conveyancing

— Common questions

What clients usually ask first.

How should I structure a development project?+

Most projects run through a single-purpose company, often with a bare trustee holding registered title, so liability is ring-fenced and the exit is clean. The structure needs to be settled before land is acquired — property transfer tax and financing consequences follow the title, and unwinding a wrong structure mid-project is expensive.

What are the builders lien deadlines in BC?+

A claim of lien must generally be filed within 45 days of the certificate of completion, or of the head contract or improvement being completed or abandoned. Owners must retain a 10% holdback. Miss the window and the lien right is gone — for developers, managing liens and holdback releases properly keeps financing draws flowing.

What does a lender require to finance a development?+

Expect a mortgage with an assignment of rents, a general security agreement, guarantees from principals, and often assignments of the construction contract, plans, and insurance. Draws are advanced against progress certificates with holdback compliance verified at each stage. We paper this daily — from either side of the transaction.

Do I need a joint venture agreement with my partners?+

Yes — before money moves. The agreement should settle contributions, decision-making, cost overruns, defaults, exits, and how profits and losses flow. Most development disputes we litigate trace back to a handshake that was never documented.

— Client experiences

5.0 ★★★★★ Google Reviews

★★★★★

"We've had an excellent experience working with GSG Law on a number of commercial real estate financing transactions. Their team is knowledgeable, responsive, and consistently provides practical legal advice while keeping complex files moving efficiently. Communication is clear, deadlines are met, and they work collaboratively with all parties to ensure transactions close smoothly."

"As a commercial mortgage brokerage, having reliable legal counsel is critical, and GSG Law has consistently demonstrated professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of commercial lending. I would confidently recommend them to anyone looking for experienced legal representation for commercial real estate and financing matters."

Ron Bhuller

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★★★★★

"I've worked with Gursharn on several real estate deals, and I can honestly say he's one of the most professional and knowledgeable lawyers I've come across. His understanding of corporate structures, contracts, and real estate law is exceptional, and he always takes the time to explain things clearly and provide honest advice. Communication is always timely & straightforward."

"Some of my own clients have also worked with him and have shared the same positive experience, they appreciate his professionalism and how easy he makes the process. If you are a real estate investor or businessman, Gursharn is the kind of lawyer you want on your team, he is reliable, sharp, and genuinely invested in helping you achieve the best outcome."

Harman Johal

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— Begin

A conversation, before a case.

The first 30 minutes are free. Talk to a Surrey development lawyer before the land closes — structure is cheapest at the start. Call (778) 262-2835 or send a confidential inquiry.