Joseph H. Takhmizdjian

Jean-François joined Monette Barakett in 1992, just as he was beginning his career as a lawyer. He became a partner in 2000 and currently serves as the firm’s managing partner. Jean-François advises public and private sector managers on a daily basis about any and all aspects of labour relations. He regularly pleads cases before all labour law authorities and all civil law tribunals, and also serves as collective bargaining negotiator. He also helps lead clients through al...

Dominique Ménard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative and Public Law, Class Action Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Corporate Governance Practice and Defamation and Media Law. Dominique practices law in Montréal, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Dominique Ménard since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition ...

Jonathan Lacoste-Jobin is a member of the Litigation group and practises primarily in the areas of insurance law, professional liability, and commercial litigation. Mr. Lacoste-Jobin earned a combined common law/civil law degree from McGill University in 2005 and is a member of the Barreau du Québec since 2006. He is partner in the litigation sector since 2016. Mr. Lacoste-Jobin participates in conferences and training sessions dealing with insurance law, such as those offered by the I...

Yoni Feingold is a partner in our Litigation and Dispute Resolution group at the Montréal office. His practice is centered on the resolution of disputes concerning wills, trusts, estates and general commercial matters. He is regularly called upon to represent clients, including heirs, liquidators, and trustees, as well as local and international companies and their shareholders, officers and directors, before the Superior Court and the Court of Appeal in complex matters. Yoni regularly...

Elaine Léger specializes in labour, employment and human rights law. She represents companies from every sphere of economic activity. Elaine has developed specific expertise in absenteeism management, occupational injuries and occupational health and safety. She advises clients on termination of employment, confidentiality obligations, access to medical records and managing absenteeism and occupational injuries.

Philippe Frère practices primarily in the areas of administrative and regulatory disputes. Over the years, he has acquired considerable experience in every aspect of administrative and regulatory law, with a focus on regulatory bodies. He regularly provides legal advice to a number of private and public sector clients, including professional orders, on administrative law, legislative drafting, constitutional law, judicial review and injunctions. Mr. Frère frequently acts in prof...

Caroline Jodoin advises provincially and federally regulated companies on all aspects of employment and labour law. She also represents them before various administrative tribunals in such matters as discrimination, harassment, employment termination and the interpretation and application of collective agreements. She has extensive experience in human rights issues, and has participated in a variety of significant certification mandates. Ms. Jodoin also assists employers in the daily manageme...

Julie Larouche is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Advertising and Marketing Law, Entertainment Law and Intellectual Property Law. Julie practices law in Montréal, Quebec Best Lawyers has recognized Julie Larouche since 2021. 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 Julie Larouche is held by other lawyers.

Julie Gauvreau is a partner, lawyer, patent agent and trade-mark agent in Lavery’s intellectual property group. She holds a degree in microbiology from Université de Montréal and began her practice in 1998. She is a lawyer, a registered patent agent in Canada and in the United States, and a trade-mark agent. Julie Gauvreau has developed a successful patent practice with a full range of clients in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields. Her specialty resides in helping...

Guy Gilain has a specialized practice in construction law with considerable experience in litigation and contractual issues. His clients include public and private companies, general and specialized contractors, and equipment suppliers. He also represents national and multinational companies as well as various construction industry associations. Guy has earned a solid reputation as a seasoned litigator with respect to lengthy litigious construction matters. Guy provides advice on the full sco...