Frédéric Wilson

Marie-Elaine Tremblay is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Marie-Elaine practices law in Laval, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Marie-Elaine Tremblay 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 Marie-Elaine Tremblay is held by other lawyers.

François-Nicolas is a litigator, negotiator, author and renowned speaker. He is recognized for his people skills as well as his communication skills, notably when speaking on topics relating to labour relations. He is the firm’s resident artist and his marked interest in contemporary art has allowed the firm to considerably develop its art collection. He joined Monette Barakett as a student in 1998. He has been a partner since 2008 and oversees talent recruitment and leads the fi...

Guillaume Lavoie Ste-Marie is a partner in Gowling WLG's Intellectual Property Group based in Montréal. Known for his pragmatic approach and results-driven litigation strategies, he advises clients in various industries, including broadcasting, television, motion pictures, music, software and video games, industrial products, food and beverage, fast moving consumer goods, and retail goods more generally.

John Hurley is a partner in Gowling WLG's Montréal office and leader of the Montréal Indigenous Law Group. He has more than 30 years' experience in public and business law, with special emphasis on First Nations, government relations, energy and infrastructure, environmental law, regulatory matters and international development. John has long worked with Aboriginal peoples in Québec, especially the Cree and the Inuit, on a wide variety of matters, including government rel...

Paule Hamelin is a partner in the firm's Montréal office, practising primarily in civil and commercial litigation, including product liability, contractual commercial disputes (contract of services, franchises or leases) and bank litigation. Paule is also involved in the areas of regulatory and compliance law, energy, consumer protection law, marketing and advertising law and privacy law. A portion of her practice is also devoted to extraordinary recourses and class actions. She has ap...

Audrey Gibeault (lawyer, CPA, CA, M.Fisc., TEP) is a partner in the Business Law group and head of the tax team. In addition to having a practice focusing primarily on tax law and having a master’s degree in taxation, she is also a chartered accountant, which allows her to act as a multidisciplinary advisor to her clients. As a legal partner and trusted business advisor, she assists clients in planning and implementing complex and innovative commercial, corporate and tax structures. Her...

Pierre Bazinet is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insurance Law. Pierre practices law in Montréal, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Pierre Bazinet 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 Pierre Bazinet is held by other lawyers.

Richard Laramée is the Managing Partner of Prelia Canada LLP / S.E.N.C.R.L., S.R.L. ’s Montréal office and Chairman of the Board of Prelia. He is also a member of the firm’s Executive Committee, where he contributes to the firm’s strategic direction, growth, and international development. Richard supports Prelia’s global governance and its work with clients and professional networks in international markets, including Asia and Central America. With more t...

Éric Lallier assists employers in Quebec and elsewhere in Canada and advises them on a wide range of legal matters, including the interpretation and application of collective agreements and employment contracts, court actions, occupational health and safety issues, grievance arbitration, and penal matters. He also acts for clients of the firm before various administrative and judicial tribunals. In his practice, particular focus is given to specific areas of the law, including civil pr...

Frank Mariage is a partner in the Montréal office of Fasken, practising in the areas of securities, corporate law and mining law. Frank represents mining companies and guides them during the discovery, sale, and processing of mineral deposits, in Canada and elsewhere. He has extensive experience in the legal aspects of the mining industry, representing investment banks as well as government agencies and mining companies, both in Canada and internationally. Frank’s in-depth knowle...