Ranking tables

Corporate/Commercial | Canada

Québec

Corporate sections in Chambers Canada cover an array of corporate transactions, including company acquisitions, dispositions and related financing arrangements, capitalisations, entity selection and formation, operating and partnership agreements, securities and governance matters. 

These sections also cover those transactions designed to help restructuring within companies and their subsidiaries by change of ownership. Priority is placed on primary representatives, those acting for buyers and sellers, whilst those acting for financial advisers, underwriters and the banks financing such transactions are also considered.

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Senior Statespeople
  1. Sidney M Horn
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    Sidney M Horn
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years Ranked
    Sidney Horn is a highly regarded lawyer in the corporate and commercial space in Québec. He acts as a trusted adviser to domestic and international clients on transactional matters including M&A, corporate governance and securities law issues.
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Band 1
  1. Clemens Mayr
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    Clemens Mayr
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Clemens Mayr has a wide-ranging practice that covers areas including M&A, securities law and corporate finance. He handles both domestic and cross-border mandates.
  2. Franziska Ruf
    1
    Franziska Ruf
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Franziska Ruf is recognised for her work on high-end M&A, as well as offering further capabilities advising on joint ventures and capital markets transactions.
  3. John W Leopold
    1
    John W Leopold
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based John Leopold maintains a leading reputation for his impressive corporate practice that sees him handle M&A transactions and private equity deals, among other matters.
  4. Patrick Boucher
    1
    Patrick Boucher
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Patrick Boucher offers leading expertise in acquisition and equity issuance mandates and also co-heads the firm's national capital markets group.
  5. Paul Raymond
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    Paul Raymond
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Paul Raymond has a wealth of experience in M&A and securities law and displays additional strength assisting clients with debt and equity financing transactions. His activity is notable on deals arising across a wide range of sectors including tech, aviation and mining.
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Band 2
  1. Jean Marc Huot
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    Jean Marc Huot
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Jean Marc Huot attracts praise for his consummate handling of high-level corporate matters. He frequently advises clients on securities, corporate governance and M&A transactions.
  2. Michel Boislard
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    Michel Boislard
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Michel Boislard is a highly respected lawyer who routinely assists clients with M&A, securities and corporate finance matters. His clients include tech firms as well as investment funds.
  3. Peter Castiel
    2
    Peter Castiel
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Peter Castiel focuses his practice on the representation of clients in cross-border mergers and acquisitions as well as divestitures and private equity matters.
  4. Robert Carelli
    2
    Robert Carelli
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked
    Robert Carelli combines his role heading the Montréal office's corporate group with an active client-facing practice. He demonstrates strength in mergers, acquisitions and equity deals. He is also noted for his expertise in securities law.
  5. Shahir Guindi, Ad E
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    Shahir Guindi, Ad E
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Shahir Guindi, Ad E is based in Montréal from where he serves as the firm's national co-chair. He has a premier practice which includes advising on private equity and venture capital matters, as well as on mergers and acquisitions.
  6. Stephen Kelly
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    Stephen Kelly
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Stephen Kelly is the national practice head for the firm's Canadian business group. He operates a broad corporate practice which features strength in both M&A and corporate finance.
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Band 3
  1. Eric Levy
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    Eric Levy
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked
    Eric Levy combines his role as head of the corporate group in Montréal with an active practice, routinely advising clients from a vast array of sectors on corporate transactions.
  2. Hillel Rosen
    3
    Hillel Rosen
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Hillel Rosen advises clients on M&A and broader transactional matters and is particularly active in the life sciences sector.
  3. Howard Levine
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    Howard Levine
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Howard Levine demonstrates broad corporate expertise acting for clients on corporate governance, M&A and capital market matters. He also offers considerable cross-border capabilities.
  4. Justin D. Vineberg
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    Justin D. Vineberg
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Justin Vineberg's practice sees him advise clients within the retail and tech sectors on M&A, equity financings and broader corporate work.
  5. Marie-Josée Neveu
    3
    Marie-Josée Neveu
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Marie-Josée Neveu is commended for her experienced counsel in the corporate sphere and demonstrates strong capabilities across private and public M&A and governance matters.
  6. Patrick M. Shea
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    Patrick M. Shea
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Patrick Shea has a broad corporate practice which includes representing clients in capital markets and M&A transactions, as well as private equity investments and leveraged buyouts.
  7. Warren Katz
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    Warren Katz
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Warren Katz regularly advises public and private corporations on securities, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity matters. He serves as the managing partner of the Montréal office.
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Band 4
  1. Caitlin Rose
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    Caitlin Rose
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Caitlin Rose is an accomplished corporate lawyer who demonstrates strong capabilities in securities and M&A transactions. She serves as co-head of the firm's private equity group in Montréal.
  2. Eric Stevens
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    Eric Stevens
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based senior partner Eric Stevens benefits from a strong background in finance to advise a range of clients across various industries on M&A and other commercial transactions.
  3. Jean Michel Lapierre
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    Jean Michel Lapierre
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Jean Michel Lapierre is adept at handling securities, capital markets and M&A transactions. He routinely assists domestic corporations as well as financial institutions.
  4. Maxime Turcotte
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    Maxime Turcotte
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Maxime Turcotte is a solid lawyer with deep understanding of our culture and business; you feel he really cares about the success of our organisation. He truly is a valued partner."
  5. Niko Veilleux
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    Niko Veilleux
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Niko Veilleux has experience handling domestic M&A transactions, as well as transactions with international components. Based in Montréal, he is highly adept at advising clients on capital markets, pension funds and private equity matters.
  6. Pascal de Guise
    4
    Pascal de Guise
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Pascal remains available and set up a team to support us completely. He has great expertise in corporate and commercial matters."
  7. Philippe Bourassa
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    Philippe Bourassa
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    "His strong background in M&A enabled him to provide valuable insights so we could adapt our negotiation strategy. He was efficient, proactive and pleasant to deal with."
  8. Pierre-Yves Leduc
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    Pierre-Yves Leduc
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Head of the firm's securities group in Montréal, Pierre-Yves Leduc has experience advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance and capital markets matters.
  9. Richard Cherney
    4
    Richard Cherney
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 9 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Richard Cherney is an experienced corporate lawyer who handles a range of transactions, including M&A, securities and private equity matters.
  10. Solomon Sananes
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    Solomon Sananes
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
    Solomon Sananes is highly adept at handling M&A and securities law issues, as well as corporate governance and capital markets matters, among others.
  11. Sophie Lamonde
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    Sophie Lamonde
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Sophie Lamonde regularly advises clients on corporate and private equity matters and demonstrates strong capabilities in cross-border transactions.
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Band 5
  1. André Morrissette
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    André Morrissette
    BCF LLP
    BCF LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based André Morrissette is an experienced corporate lawyer who is regularly sought out to advise on M&A transactions. He is active across the healthcare and media sectors.
  2. Angelo Noce
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    Angelo Noce
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Angelo is a fabulous lawyer. He simplified a very complex deal and made it easy to understand. He was always aware of deadlines and organised his team to maximise efficiency and get the deal done."
  3. Brian Kujavsky
    5
    Brian Kujavsky
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked
    "Brian knows all parts of our business and that holistic view helps us a lot in terms of the work provided and the relationship we have. It is very comforting to have a legal adviser that we hold in such high regard."
  4. Carl Bélanger
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    Carl Bélanger
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    Carl Bélanger operates a respected M&A practice and serves as co-president of the firm's corporate/commercial group in Montréal.
  5. Carl Tremblay
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    Carl Tremblay
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Carl Tremblay advises clients on M&A, private placements and financing matters. He serves as the managing partner for the firm's Québec City office.
  6. Elliot Greenstone
    5
    Elliot Greenstone
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked
    Elliot Greenstone advises clients from a plethora of sectors in relation to corporate and M&A mandates. He is adept at advising companies on growth strategies, joint venture and licensing agreement matters.
  7. Éric Gosselin
    5
    Éric Gosselin
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based Éric Gosselin assists clients with corporate and commercial matters, including mergers, corporate reorganisations and joint venture transactions, among other areas of expertise. His client roster include domestic companies active across the technology and distribution sectors.
  8. François Paradis
    5
    François Paradis
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked
    Montréal-based François Paradis exhibits a strong grasp of both M&A and capital markets, acting for a diverse client base that includes pharmaceutical companies and financial institutions.
  9. Guy Rouleau
    5
    Guy Rouleau
    Fasken
    Fasken | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked
    "Guy is available 24/7, he is always there to assist us, which is of great value. He has an excellent level of expertise."
  10. Karl Tabbakh
    5
    Karl Tabbakh
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Karl Tabbakh combines his role as regional managing partner for Québec with an active client-facing practice where he handles mergers and acquisitions as well as capital markets matters.
  11. Nicolas Labrecque
    5
    Nicolas Labrecque
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Nicolas Labrecque's practice sees him advise domestic and international businesses on M&A work. He is the chair of the Montréal business law group.
  12. Patrick Menda
    5
    Patrick Menda
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Patrick is a sophisticated professional, with strong business acumen, understanding of the market and the ability to navigate complex transactions and situations. He brings exceptional value for us as clients and is simply a pleasure to work with."
  13. Philippe Leclerc
    5
    Philippe Leclerc
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 7 Years Ranked
    "Philippe is a great lawyer. He is always available, he delivers on time, is very resourceful, and it is very fun to work with him."
  14. Sébastien Roy
    5
    Sébastien Roy
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
    Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked
    Sébastien Roy is a Montréal-based corporate lawyer who frequently advises on both national and cross-border transactions. He has an active practice representing corporates and investment funds on large M&A transactions.
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Up and Coming
  1. Aniko Pelland
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    Aniko Pelland
    Stikeman Elliott LLP
    Stikeman Elliott LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Aniko Pelland advises clients on M&A transactions as well as corporate financing and capital markets mandates.
  2. Chrystelle Chevalier-Gagnon
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    Chrystelle Chevalier-Gagnon
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    "Chrystelle works a lot with us in complex matters and built a strong understanding of our business, she is very proactive and hard-working. She is one of our go-tos."
  3. Hadrien Montagne
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    Hadrien Montagne
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP
    McCarthy Tétrault LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Hadrien Montagne is a corporate lawyer operating out of McCarthy Tétrault's Montréal office. He routinely assists domestic clients with strategic M&A operations.
  4. Jean Tessier
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    Jean Tessier
    Bennett Jones LLP
    Bennett Jones LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    "Jean is a very business-minded lawyer, we appreciated all aspects of his work. He has an understanding that goes beyond just the legal aspects of the transaction."
  5. Sophie Amyot
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    Sophie Amyot
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    Sophie Amyot regularly assists clients with joint ventures, acquisitions and investment agreements.
Associates to watch
  1. Anthony Lanouette-Marier
    Anthony Lanouette-Marier
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
    Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Corporate/Commercial
    2024 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
    Anthony Lanouette-Marier routinely assists clients with M&A transactions and investments.