Litigation: General Commercial
Canada Guide 2025 : Québec
Band 1
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+1 514 397 3000Chambers Review
Stikeman Elliott is a full-service national law firm acknowledged as a leader in the Québec litigation arena, as well as boasting cross-border capabilities. The Montréal group enjoys a sterling reputation for its experience of general commercial litigation and class action defence; other areas of expertise include franchising and defamation litigation. The team regularly acts on behalf of major industry players in the aviation, construction, energy and telecommunications sectors. The firm also earns considerable praise for its extensive capabilities in competition law, securities litigation and related investigations.
Work Highlights
- Stikeman Elliott represented Sherax Immobilier in a CAD3 million dispute against Ville de Sherbrooke for misrepresentations in the context of a call for tender process carried out by the city.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers are 100% business-oriented. They always keep the business considerations and objectives in mind when developing a strategic plan in our litigation."
"Stikeman leaves no stone unturned."
"Team members are on top of the case, knowledgeable and resourceful, and specific expertise, if required, is readily available."
"The lawyers are 100% business-oriented. They always keep the business considerations and objectives in mind when developing a strategic plan in our litigation."
"Stikeman leaves no stone unturned."
"Team members are on top of the case, knowledgeable and resourceful, and specific expertise, if required, is readily available."
Notable Practitioners
Éric Mongeau is an esteemed commercial litigator based in Montréal, with a diverse client roster featuring energy and transportation companies.
"Éric is a one-of-a-kind lawyer. His dedication to his clients is unprecedented, and his capacity to focus exactly on the right thing is such an added value to the customer."
Stéphanie Lapierre is a leading Montréal-based securities litigator who has considerable experience advising on matters including derivative actions as well as shareholder disputes.
"Stéphanie Lapierre has excellent communication skills and listening abilities. She has great attention to detail and is very knowledgeable."
Montréal-based Marc-André Coulombe is well versed in both general commercial disputes and public law. He is highly regarded by both clients and his peers.
"He is a very strong legal mind, and he has got your interests at heart. He is also very practical and result-oriented, and knows how to achieve the outcome we are looking for."
Montréal-based Yves Martineau is sought after for his representation of clients in the energy, banking and manufacturing industries in a number of matters, including class actions.
"Yves Martineau is very strong in analysing complex legal issues and providing invaluable strategic advice."
"Yves is an excellent all-round litigator. I would highlight his oral advocacy, client management, strategic thinking and knowledge of the area."
Eric Azran is well versed in both general civil and commercial litigation, which he handles from his Montréal base.
"Eric Azran is a trusted go-to resource for litigation and a valued partner."
Frédéric Paré is a litigator with a fast-developing reputation for his adroit representation of both public and private companies. He primarily handles real estate litigation and contractual disputes.
"Frédéric Paré is very thorough and practical."
"Frédéric's capacity to perform under pressure is quite remarkable. He has a capacity to focus on the right thing. He always keeps the client's concerns at the centre of every move he makes."
Patrick Girard is adept at handling a roster of litigation matters, including administrative disputes.
"Patrick Girard is extremely knowledgeable in complex administrative law matters. He brings a lot of strategic acumen to the table."