Employment & Labour
Québec
2 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Catherine Deslauriers
Canada 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Novare Stratège Légal
Canada
Practice Areas
Attorney and Founder of Novare Stratège Légal inc., Me Deslauriers practices in labour and employment law, worker's compensation law as well as occupational health and safety (OHS), including within the construction industry. She acts as a strategic partner to organizations in managing matters where legal, operational and human considerations are closely intertwined.
Prior to founding Novare, Me Deslauriers practiced for several years in leading law firms, including as a partner, developing a practice defined by rigour, legal depth and professional excellence. She now brings this discipline and expertise to an agile, boutique‑style practice focused on sustainable, practical solutions.
Her practice notably covers workers’ compensation claims, disability management, absenteeism, legal compliance and workplace risk management. She is regularly called upon to intervene in investigations conducted by public bodies such as the CNESST, the CCQ and other authorities, including matters arising from serious workplace accidents. Her previous experience within the CNESST, as well as in the litigation department of an employers’ association in the construction industry, provides her with a concrete and in‑depth understanding of employers’ operational realities.
Beyond litigation, Me Deslauriers adopts a preventive, structured and solutions‑oriented approach, focusing on legal diagnostics, training, strategic advisory services and the continuous improvement of HR and OHS practices.
Driven by a desire to align her professional practice with her personal values, she founded Novare as a firm with an integrated social mission. A portion of the firm’s fees is dedicated to developing initiatives that support people living with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers — a cause that shapes her vision of a legal practice that is rigorous, human‑centred and purpose‑driven.
Publications
Lésion psychologique et harcèlement : un casse-tête juridique pour les employeurs (EYB2026BRH2822) - Thomson Reuters Canada Limitée · January 1st, 2026
Harcèlement et violence au travail : ce que la jurisprudence récente nous apprend (EYB2025BRH2758) - Thomson Reuters Canada limitée · June 1st, 2025
Education
University of Montréal
LL. B.
2007 - 2010
Awards
40 & Under - Construction
Benchmark litigation Canada
2025
Litigation Future Star - Construction
Benchmark Litigation Canada
2025
Canadian Occupational Safety
5-Star Lawyers & Law Firms
2022
Languages Spoken
French and English
Expert in these Jurisdictions
Province of Québec, Canada
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Chambers Canada Guide
Employment & Labour - Québec
Up and Coming
Individual Editorial
Catherine Deslauriers possesses particular experience in contentious labour matters, including union disputes.
Editorial individuel
Catherine Deslauriers est associée au bureau de Montréal de BCF. Elle possède une expérience particulière en matière de questions contentieuses du travail, y compris les conflits syndicaux.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Catherine Deslauriers is always available to provide the required legal services and has cutting-edge expertise.
Employment & LabourChambers Canada GuideCatherine Deslauriers is a rigorous, honest and competent lawyer who has the ability to react to the unexpected.
Employment & LabourChambers Canada GuideShe has the ability to find solutions and be available whenever we need.
Employment & LabourChambers Canada GuideCatherine Deslauriers est une avocate rigoureuse, honnête et compétente qui a la capacité de réagir face à l'imprévu.
Employment & LabourChambers Canada GuideElle peut trouver des solutions et être disponible quand nous en avons besoin.
Employment & LabourChambers Canada GuideCatherine Deslauriers est toujours disponible pour fournir les services juridiques requis et possède une expertise de pointe.
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