Restructuring/Insolvency
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 6
Email address
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+1 514 982 4545Chambers Review
Woods LLP is a litigation boutique with particular capabilities in restructuring and insolvency. The team provides skilled counsel across a range of industries, including mining, real estate and transport. Based in Québec, the firm acts for monitors, lenders and shareholders on major provincial and national matters.
Work Highlights
- The team at Woods LLP acted as counsel to a secured lender in the receivership proceedings of the Huot Group, advising on an acquisition process for a series of rental properties.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Woods are very technically strong due to their expertise in insolvency and bankruptcy matters. They specialise in complex situations and address them in an efficient and creative manner."
"We have never been disappointed in Woods' approach and ability to provide us with advice and strategy. Their response time and understanding of client needs are highly rated."
"Woods are very technically strong due to their expertise in insolvency and bankruptcy matters. They specialise in complex situations and address them in an efficient and creative manner."
"We have never been disappointed in Woods' approach and ability to provide us with advice and strategy. Their response time and understanding of client needs are highly rated."
Notable Practitioners
Sylvain Rigaud has notable experience advising on major CCAA proceedings. He is based in Montréal.
"Sylvain Rigaud is a smart and practical lawyer who is easy to work with. He's quick and experienced."
"Sylvain is one of the most technically strong insolvency and restructuring lawyers in the field. He brings a unique combination of technical skills and practical business solutions."