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Dorothy regularly writes and speaks on legal issues that concern growing businesses. 

Published Articles by Dorothy Brophy

An alternative to hanging out your own shingle, Advocate Daily.  

Older entrepreneurs should consider insurance, succession plans, Advocate Daily.  

Legal advice key for small business startups, Advocate Daily.   

Prepare for the diligence process before selling your business, Advocate Daily.   

Independent practice offers freedom. Advocate Daily.     

No "magic age" for retirement. Advocate Daily.  

Navigating the virtual law office. Advocate Daily. 

Online courses an answer to articling shortage.  Advocate Daily.  

Are Lawyers becoming obsolete in the age of the Internet? Huffington Post & Advocate Daily.  Read article >     

Legal Brief: Profiling Dorothy Brophy. Advocate Daily. 

Public ownership of law firms: travesty! Advocate Daily.  

Just say no to stock capital-raising here, says Brophy. Advocate Daily. 

The business of law - key elements. Advocate Daily.  

Inc. or Ltd.: Which sounds better? The Globe & Mail.   Read article >

The Ethical Person and the Habit of Reason  Read article >

Law and the Internet  Read article > 

Prepare for Refinancing  Read article >

Take Charge of your Legal Affairs  Read article >

Resources & Supporting Network

Denyse Burns, End-of-Life-Doula Consultant: Working with Dying People and Their Families Read More Here

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Being ready for the end of life is important, no matter what age you are. Many people aren’t sure how to begin the conversation or what they need to talk about. Discussion helps ensure that you and your loved ones receive care and support aligned with your wishes

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As a End-of-life-doula consultant, Denyse empowers and encourages dying member and family to discuss and make the important decisions that need to be made.

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Testimonials

“I worked with Dorothy on both my Estate Planning and the sale of my business. She has excellent knowledge and understanding of the workings of small and medium-size businesses.

Dorothy made my sale so much easier with her prompt follow-up, explanations, sound advice, and attention to my business objectives. I would highly recommend her for both corporate and estate planning matters”
— Patricia O’Shaughnessy, co-founder/President Paradigm Medical Inc. 1994-2018
““We have had the pleasure of working with Dorothy Brophy of Brophy Law for 22 years. She has been a valuable legal resource for both the operation of our business and for supporting the needs of our clients.

As a Certified Financial Planner, we rely on an extensive network of professionals like Dorothy, to deliver a comprehensive service to our clients. We have full confidence in the legal services she provides.”
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— David Brodigan, CFP President Moneystat Securities Inc.