Prachi Shah

Diplômée en droit de l’Université de Montréal en 1999 et titulaire d’une maîtrise en droit comparé de l’Université McGill depuis 2002, Me Geneviève Barsalou a été admise au Barreau du Québec en 2003. Elle a entamé à Paris sa carrière au sein d’un cabinet spécialisé en droit de la propriété littéraire et artistique. Elle possède une s...

Christiane Brizard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Director and Officer Liability Practice. Christiane, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christiane is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Laurence Ste-Marie, a partner at the firm, brings over ten years of experience resolution dispute in civil and commercial matters. Building on a diversified background, Laurence has consistently shown a facility to adapt her legal services to complex situations and provide tailored strategies and solution. She appears before the Quebec and federal courts, including in class actions, as well as in international arbitration. https://woods.qc.ca/en/team/laurence-ste-marie

Marc-André G. Fabien, Ad. E. is a seasoned litigator and Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers recognized for his mastery of high-profile complex litigation. He specializes in commercial and shareholders’ disputes, securities litigation and penal proceedings, and litigation involving federal, provincial and municipal bodies. In addition, he is the President of the Canadian Paralympic Committee. Marc-André appears before all levels of courts, including the Supreme...

Marcel Naud is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Privacy and Data Security Law. Marcel, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marcel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Yannick is an expert in construction law providing advice to owners, general and specialized contractors, and suppliers of materials. He is experienced in handling claims for delays, breach of contract and the recovery of funds, particularly through the use of construction hypothecs, as well as claims for faulty work and hidden defects. He has represented various construction industry stakeholders before traditional courts and bodies offering alternative dispute resolution methods, such as ar...

Nadia Guizani is an associate in the Real Estate Group. In her practice, Nadia represents and advises clients on a wide range of commercial real estate matters, such as the sale and acquisition of real estate property, real estate financing and development, as well as commercial leases for all types of properties.

Aniko Pelland is a partner in the Corporate Group. His practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, corporate governance and securities law compliance matters. Aniko's experience includes advising Canadian and foreign clients in acquisitions, business combinations, reorganizations, general commercial negotiations, public and private offerings of equity and debt as well as governance matters. He has worked across a wide range of industries, acting for public and private com...

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...

Jean-Pierre Casavant Ad. E. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Director and Officer Liability Practice, Insurance Law, Legal Malpractice Law, Personal Injury Litigation and Product Liability Law. Jean-Pierre, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jean-Pierre is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practic...