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Sophie Lessard-Berger is a partner within the Banking and Finance law group. As part of her practice, she advises and represents financial institutions, borrowers and investors in matters of syndicated loans, project financing and international financing operations. An experienced leader in corporate reorganizations and in mergers and acquisitions, Sophie also practised business law for many years before focusing her practice on bank financing. With a wide range of experience, Sophie has the ...

Joanie Simard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Joanie practices law in Québec, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Joanie Simard 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 Joanie Simard is held by other lawyers.

Christian Roy's practice focuses primarily on financial restructuring, bankruptcy, insolvency and realization of bank guarantees. His services are sought by local and international companies with restructuring needs and by court-appointed officers, financial institutions, secured and unsecured creditors and purchasers of assets from distressed companies. He has acted for several financial institutions and companies regarding informal workouts and debtor-in-possession financings. Mr. Roy has p...

Ms. Rochette is a partner in the Litigation and Conflict Resolution group. She practices primarily in the field of professional liability and insurance. Ms. Rochette holds a master’s degree from the Université de Sherbrooke in health law and has acquired expertise in litigation in this specific area, and particularly in the professional liability of hospitals and medical professionals. She advises senior managers in the health and social services network on a regular basis, and a...

Stéphane Lalancette practises business law, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, project financing, real estate law and commercial law. He represents companies operating in the manufacturing, food, forestry, real estate and technology industries. Stéphane advises clients during the negotiation and closing of purchases and sales, project and business financing as well as share repurchases from shareholders and partners. He also plays a key role as lead counsel in the financi...

René-Martin Langlois is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. René-Martin practices law in Québec, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized René-Martin Langlois 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 René-Martin Langlois is held by other lawyers.

François Valin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law. François practices law in Québec, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized François Valin 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 François Valin is held by other lawyers.

Isabel Pouliot primarily practices civil and commercial litigation, more specifically in the field of construction law. She joined BCF in 2016, after practising with a boutique firm and completing her articling at a national law firm. Isabel graduated from Université Laval, where she acted as a volunteer for various legal organizations and was featured on the Faculty’s Honour Roll as a result of her excellent academic performance. During her academic career, she also studied at t...

A leader in the business community of Quebec, Carl Tremblay served as the managing partner of Fasken's Quebec City office for seven years. He is recognized for his practice in corporate and commercial law, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions and financing. Carl’s experience and professional skill ensure that clients receive the best possible services. Carl regularly takes part in mergers and acquisitions transactions, private placements and strategic agreements. He also ...

Mario Welsh is a recognized leader in the field of civil and commercial litigation, construction law and professional liability. He has appeared before every level of federal or provincial court - from the Court of Québec to the Supreme Court of Canada as well as before various administrative tribunals. He joined BCF in 2014, and has since been managing partner of the Québec office. Mario excels in several other areas of law, including class actions. He has been involved in some...