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Magali Cournoyer-Proulx is a lawyer with over 20 years’ experience in employment, professional and health law, providing top-level strategic advice, with an unmatched reputation in employment practices. She represents clients from various sectors, including banking and insurance, as well as a number of financial institutions, tech companies and manufacturing companies. She advises clients on all aspects of individual employment relationships: contracts of employment, clauses restricting...

Julie Tremblay is passionate about defending taxpayers’ rights. Julie is the head of the Tax Litigation team. She assists individuals and companies in disputes with tax authorities, including income and commodity (GST/QST) tax disputes. Having previously worked at Revenu Québec, she has a unique understanding of the organization and uses this advantage to help clients navigate administrative tax procedures, including voluntary disclosure, tax audits and objections. She also has e...

Fort d’une expérience de longue date, Me Stéphane Lamarre, exerce le droit depuis 1990. Spécialisé en droit des transports, il conseille de nombreux transporteurs routiers et donne des formations à diverses associations sectorielles. Me Lamarre pratique devant les organismes administratifs et les tribunaux civils et pénaux. Au cours de sa carrière, Me Lamarre a conseillé des clients sur des questions complexes de transport interpro...

Kevin Vincelette is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Kevin, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Laura Gheorghiu is a partner in the Montréal office of Gowling WLG, where she works with the National Tax Practice Group. Laura's practice focuses on M&A, cross-border investment structures, corporate reorganizations and providing advice on national and multinational private equity funds. She also has much experience in the taxation of new technologies — in particular, of providers of e-business and blockchain technology solutions. Laura also advises on issues involving stock...

Jean-François is a partner in the Business Law Group in our Montreal office. He works in the technology, media and telecommunications industries, as well as in life sciences and health. He is particularly experienced in mergers and acquisitions, start-up companies, venture capital and business services. Jean-François advises many companies – start-ups and well-established alike – in their various stages of growth, from inception to sale. He has a clear understanding ...

Alwynn Gillett is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Alwynn, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alwynn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mtre Carignan has been working in general liability and insurance law for over 30 years. He is an experienced litigator and negotiator and holds the title of certified mediator, which is recognized by the Barreau du Québec. He acts mainly for insurers in all manner of liability disputes, and handles disciplinary matters, defending claim adjusters and brokers before various disciplinary committees. He became a certified mediator in 2019. He approaches delicate and complex disputes with ...

Stéphanie Pépin is a partner in the tax group of our Montréal office, focusing on tax planning and tax litigation. Stéphanie is recognized for her understanding of the business environment and her in-depth knowledge of complex tax issues. She advises both individuals and companies on structuring their affairs in a constantly evolving legal environment, with a focus on tax optimization and compliance with current laws. Her analytical and strategic approach enables h...

Jean Fontaine is a partner and member of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Restructuring & Insolvency Groups. His practice focuses principally on the areas of restructuring & insolvency, and shareholders disputes. Jean has been involved in numerous cases where he either acted for the Defense or for the Plaintiff. Among other clients, he represents financial institutions, trustees and public companies. He is a member of the Montréal office’s Management Committee....