Jean-Claude Girard

Mélissa Devost has extensive experience in environmental law. She provides legal and strategic advice on environmental matters concerning Quebec, federal and municipal legislation. She also advises clients on obtaining environmental permits and authorizations and verifies environmental compliance in their operations. Ms. Devost conducts a number of environmental due diligence reviews in order to assess the environmental risks and compliance in connection with mergers and acquisitions a...

Me Claude Côté pratique le droit depuis son admission au Barreau en 1974. Me Côté exerce sa profession principalement dans le domaine du droit du travail et de l’emploi comme conseiller juridique et négociateur dans le domaine des relations de travail tant auprès de grandes que de petites et moyennes entreprises. Me Côté s’est joint à Cain Lamarre en 2018 où il partage son expérience dans la négociati...

Julien Tricart is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Professional Malpractice Law and Sports Law. Julien practices law in Québec, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Julien Tricart 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 Julien Tricart is held by other lawyers.

Me Louis Carrière est un avocat plaidant reconnu pour sa vaste expérience devant les tribunaux du Québec. Fort d’une pratique de plus de 30 ans, il jouit d’une expertise reconnue notamment en droit de la construction, en matière de faillite et insolvabilité, et en résolution de différends et de litiges commerciaux complexes. Arrivé au sein de Cain Lamarre en 2025, il conseille une clientèle composée de soci&eacu...

Vincent Girard has been the managing partner of the Quebec City office since January 1, 2025. In this role, he oversees all activities of the Quebec City office, bringing enthusiasm and energy to the team. A partner at Fasken since 2020, Vincent has a business law practice focusing on mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, corporate finance and commercial contract negotiations. He has worked on a number of notable matters for which he has provided innovative legal solutions to a...

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...

Isabelle Landry is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Administrative and Public Law. Isabelle practices law in Québec, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Isabelle Landry 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 Isabelle Landry is held by other lawyers.

John G. O’Connor has extensive experience in maritime and commercial law. He has handled all types of marine insurance claims including P&I liability, environmental liability and general average, as well as ship financing, maritime accidents and salvage matters. He has been especially active in the energy sector and involved in the international carriage and sale of oil, gas and other bulk commodities. He also has extensive experience in marine, errors and omissions and protection a...

Me Sylvain Chabot est associé au bureau de Cain Lamarre, ancien membre du conseil d’administration et actuel associé directeur du bureau de la Capitale-Nationale. Me Chabot est membre du Barreau du Québec depuis 1998. Il est également conseiller en relations industrielles agréé (CRIA). Il exerce en droit du travail et de l’emploi et sa clientèle se compose exclusivement d’employeurs. Il les conseille en matière de relat...

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