Douglas W. Clarke

Stéphanie Lavallée is a litigator who practises in the area of major complex litigation involving commercial disputes, class actions, product liability and civil liability. As part of her practice, she regularly appears before the courts at all levels. Stéphanie has gained valuable experience in large-scale litigation cases that require considerable evidence management. She acts primarily in complex cases and in class-action defence. She provides practical, innovative adv...

Yannick Beaudoin is a partner in Gowling WLG’s Montréal office with 25 years of experience helping clients deliver major infrastructure and energy projects across Canada. He advises on project development, project finance and structured finance, including securitization programs for every significant asset class involving Québec assets.

My practice is centered on transactional and corporate matters, with an emphasis on the technology sector. I developed my expertise with two preeminent national law firms as well as in-house roles with innovative startups and, more recently, with two rapidly expanding Montreal law firms. Before embarking on my legal career, I worked in the banking industry across Canada, the United States and France, acquiring substantial business experience which continues to help my business-minded, practic...

Anabel Quessy’s practice focuses on fund formation and on serving the investment management industry. As part of the fund formation practice team, Anabel regularly assists managers in setting up new closed-end and open-end funds of all alternative asset classes (notably private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, private debt and many others) and counsels managers in connection with market intelligence, risk management, governance and compliance with applicable securit...

Marc-André Perreault is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Marc-André practices law in Montréal, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Marc-André Perreault since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Marc-André Perreault is held by other lawyers.

Jacques S. Darche is a commercial litigation and international arbitration lawyer based in Montréal, Québec. For more than 30 years, he has represented businesses, shareholders, franchisors, franchisees, and other clients in complex commercial disputes involving business strategy, international law, and reputational considerations. His practice includes Franchise Law, International Arbitration, commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, franchising matters, real estate litigat...

Éric Marquette is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Éric practices law in Laval, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Éric Marquette since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Éric Marquette is held by other lawyers.

Ms. Lynne Kassie is a Partner and Head of our Family Law Group. Her practice focuses on all aspects of matrimonial and family law, as well as in related fields of civil law, including succession and protective supervision. Ms. Kassie focuses her practice on complex litigation, and on cases involving high-net-worth issues, division of property and other financial issues related to business interests and trusts. Ms. Kassie also advises parties prior to their marriage or cohabitation and has ext...

A partner in the firm, she has specialized in occupational health and safety law for more than 20 years. Stéphanie Laurin assists, advises and represents our clients before administrative and judicial tribunals, in matters of compensation for occupational injuries, financing of the plan, and prevention and inspection. She provides employers with innovative and pragmatic solutions to help them achieve their business objectives. She also contributes to our newsletter Gestion Plus as well...

Jean-Philippe practises technology and intellectual property law. He combines in-depth knowledge and strategic thinking to help companies in the software, entertainment, consumer products, natural resources, social networks, online services, e-commerce and manufacturing industries. He expertly acts for numerous companies as a trademark agent and advises them on their global trademark strategy. Jean-Philippe appears before the courts and specialized boards. He has extensive experience in oppos...