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March 12, 2025

Lavery welcomes two new lawyers

Lavery is pleased to announce that two lawyers have joined the firm. Maxime Duval-Charland Maxime is a member of the Business Law group and focuses his practice on commercial law, technology law and real estate. As part of his practice, Maxime negotiates, drafts and revises various legal documents relating to commercial transactions. He is also called upon to support and advise clients on their business and operational activities. In addition, Maxime regularly takes on the role of strategic advisor by collaborating on the development and implementation of legal and business strategies to achieve development and growth objectives for his clients. "From my very first discussions with Lavery, I realized that we shared the vision that conviviality and excellence can go hand in hand in the practice of law. Lavery offers quality inspired by the best, in a firm on a human scale. My legal experience complements the Quebec City business law team, and I'm convinced that our clients will be well supported and advised thanks to Lavery's multidisciplinary platform. After several years in the corporate world, I'm very much looking forward to meeting our customers and contributing to the success of local businesses." Frédéric BolducFrédéric is a lawyer and member of our Labour and Employment Law group. Frédéric's practice encompasses all areas of labour and employment law, including individual employment relations and collective bargaining. Consequently, he supports employers in both litigious and non-litigious matters, with an approach focused on achieving reasonable and satisfactory outcomes for clients. He advises employers at both the federal and provincial levels on a variety of issues, including labour relations, labour standards, collective agreement obligations and human rights. He represents employers before administrative tribunals and courts of justice. « I come to Lavery with the strong conviction that I am becoming part of a team with exceptional expertise in labour and employment law, a team that holds a prominent position within the firm and is well-equipped to address the most complex legal needs of its clients. This is a team that fosters collegiality and encourages thoughtful reflection on the legal challenges impacting our practice. I am also truly pleased to work alongside colleagues who left a strong impression on me during my previous time here, especially due to their warmth and approachability. »

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March 11, 2025

33 partners from Lavery ranked in the 2025 edition of The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

Lavery is proud to announce that 33 partners are ranked among the leading practitioners in Canada in their respective practice areas in the 2025 edition of The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. The following Lavery partners are listed in the 2025 edition of The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Advertising Isabelle Jomphe Aviation Étienne Brassard Asset Securitization Brigitte M. Gauthier Class Actions Laurence Bich-Carrière Myriam Brixi Construction Law Nicolas Gagnon Marc-André Landry Corporate Commercial Law Laurence Bich-Carrière Étienne Brassard Jean-Sébastien Desroches Christian Dumoulin Édith Jacques Alexandre Hébert Paul Martel André Vautour Corporate Finance & Securities Josianne Beaudry René Branchaud Corporate Mid-Market Étienne Brassard Jean-Sébastien Desroches Christian Dumoulin Alexandre Hébert Édith Jacques André Vautour Data Privacy Raymond Doray Employment Law Simon Gagné Richard Gaudreault Marie-Josée Hétu Guy Lavoie Josiane L’Heureux Family Law Elisabeth Pinard Infrastructure Law Nicolas Gagnon Insolvency & Financial Restructuring Jean Legault Ouassim Tadlaoui Yanick Vlasak Jonathan Warin Intellectual Property Chantal Desjardins Alain Y. Dussault Labour (Management) Benoit Brouillette Simon Gagné Richard Gaudreault Marie-Josée Hétu Guy Lavoie Litigation - Commercial Insurance Dominic Boisvert Martin Pichette Litigation - Corporate Commercial Laurence Bich-Carrière Marc-André Landry Litigation - Product Liability Laurence Bich-Carrière Myriam Brixi Mergers & Acquisitions Josianne Beaudry Étienne Brassard Jean-Sébastien Desroches Christian Dumoulin Edith Jacques Mining Josianne Beaudry René Branchaud Sébastien Vézina Occupational Health & Safety Josiane L'Heureux Workers' Compensation Marie-Josée Hétu Guy Lavoie Carl Lessard The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, published since 1997, is based on an extensive peer survey process. It includes profiles of leading practitioners across Canada in more than 60 practice areas and leading law firms in more than 40 practice areas. It also features articles highlighting current legal issues and recent developments of importance. Congratulations to our lawyers for these appointments, which reflect the talent and expertise of our team. About Lavery Lavery is the leading independent law firm in Québec. Its more than 200 professionals, based in Montréal, Québec City, Sherbrooke and Trois-Rivières, work every day to offer a full range of legal services to organizations doing business in Québec. Recognized by the most prestigious legal directories, Lavery professionals are at the heart of what is happening in the business world and are actively involved in their communities. The firm's expertise is frequently sought after by numerous national and international partners to provide support in cases under Québec jurisdiction.

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March 10, 2025

Lavery welcomes Alexandre Hébert to its Business Law group as partner

Lavery is delighted to welcome Alexandre Hébert to its Business Law group as a partner. Alexandre earned a BFA from Concordia University and has been a member of the Barreau du Québec since 2008. His experience in corporate law and commercial law strengthens the firm's expertise in mergers and acquisitions, financing and venture capital in particular. "Alexandre's expertise and vision fit perfectly with our growth and innovation ambition. His dedication to excellence and his commitment to training the next generation of lawyers are aligned with the firm's values" adds Anik Trudel, Chief Executive Officer. With a diverse client base that includes private investment funds and players from the innovation and technology sector, Alexandre Hébert will help expand Lavery's service offering in key areas. His knowledge of the market outside Quebec will also be a definite asset to support our teams in closing domestic and cross-border transactions for our current and future clients. "I am delighted to be joining Lavery. The firm's reputation for excellence, its culture and vision of the future has me excited. I am looking forward to leveraging my experience for the benefit of my clients and contributing to the growth of the firm in a collaborative and innovative environment.", says Alexandre. About LaveryLavery is the leading independent law firm in Québec. Its more than 200 professionals, based in Montréal, Québec City, Sherbrooke and Trois-Rivières, work every day to offer a full range of legal services to organizations doing business in Québec. Recognized by the most prestigious legal directories, Lavery professionals are at the heart of what is happening in the business world and are actively involved in their communities. The firm's expertise is frequently sought after by numerous national and international partners to provide support in cases under Québec jurisdiction.

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February 13, 2025

Lavery's expertise recognized by Chambers Global 2025

We are pleased to announce that Lavery has once again been recognized in the 2025 edition of Chambers Global in the following sector: Intellectual Property (Canada) - Band 4 These recognitions are further demonstration of the expertise and quality of legal services that characterize Lavery's professionals. Two lawyers have been recognized as leaders in their respective areas of practice in the 2025 edition of the Chambers Global guide. Areas of expertise in which they are recognized: René Branchaud: Mining (International & Cross-Border) - Band 5 Sébastien Vézina: Mining (International & Cross-Border) - Band 5 Since 1990, Chambers and Partners' ranks the best law firms and lawyers across 200 jurisdictions throughout the world. The lawyers and law firms profiled in Chambers are selected following through a rigorous process of research and interviews with a broad spectrum of lawyers and their clients. The final selection is based on clearly defined criteria such as the quality of client service, legal expertise, and commercial astuteness. About LaveryLavery is the leading independent law firm in Québec. Its more than 200 professionals, based in Montréal, Québec City, Sherbrooke and Trois-Rivières, work every day to offer a full range of legal services to organizations doing business in Québec. Recognized by the most prestigious legal directories, Lavery professionals are at the heart of what is happening in the business world and are actively involved in their communities. The firm's expertise is frequently sought after by numerous national and international partners to provide support in cases under Québec jurisdiction.

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