Fasken's Quebec disputes practice is well-versed in representing clients involved in mining, financial, automotive, pharmaceuticals and construction disputes in litigation and arbitration. The group is jointly directed by Marc-André Fabien and Annie Bernard, both of whom are based in Montreal. Fabien specializes in commercial and shareholders’ disputes and securities litigation. Bernard majors on construction and class action litigation. Additional names to note include Éric Simard, who handles civil and commercial litigation and arbitration; and Vincent Cérat Lagana, who brings expertise to shareholder disputes, transactional litigation and corporate governance litigation. Nicholas Blanchette left the firm in December 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘Christian Trépanier is an excellent litigator. Sébastien Richemont is a solid and steadfast litigator. Marc-André Fabien is a statesman in litigation. Michael Shortt is excellent in complex federal administrative issues. Noteworthy associates are Noah Boudreau and Mirna Kaddis.’
‘The team is very highly qualified, responsive, knowledgeable and supportive. A team of diverse individuals bringing unique perspectives to the matters.’
‘Noah Boudreau and Mirna Kaddis are standouts in the Quebec office of Fasken.’
‘Really strong lawyers. Intelligent, but also street-smart and straight to the point.’
‘Sébastien Richemont is a great litigator. Smart and just gets the job done. Vincent Cérat Lagana is an up-and-coming star. Very adaptable. Smart and on top of things.’
Key clients
- Thales Canada
- L’Oréal Canada
- Merck Canada
- Air Canada
- Capital One
- Google Canada
- NorthVolt Batteries
- BMW Canada
- Microsoft
- Rio Tinto Canada
Work highlights
- Advised Merck Pharmaceutical on its contestation of a procurement tendering process regarding pneumococcal vaccines.
- Represented Capital One in privacy class actions across the country relating to a cybersecurity incident.
- Advised Northvolt Batteries North America on overcoming an injunction attempt regarding their new electric vehicle battery plant.
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Practice head
Annie Bernard; Sébastien Richemont
Other key lawyers
Éric Simard; Vincent Cérat Lagana; Christian Trépanier; Marc-André Fabien; Michael Shortt; Noah Boudreau; Mirna Kaddis