Jessyca Duval Senior Associate

Jessyca Duval Senior Associate

Bureau

  • Sherbrooke

Phone number

819 346-7506

Bar Admission

  • Québec, 2011

Languages

  • English
  • French

Profile

Senior Associate

Jessyca is a member of the Labour and Employment Law group and the Litigation group.

As part of her practice, she advises employers on all legal aspects relating to human resources management and matters relating to occupational injury, in addition to representing employers before various administrative tribunals and ordinary courts of law.

She also practises in matters of civil litigation. She is involved in civil liability cases, including class actions, in health and social services law, personal insurance and contract management.

In addition, Ms. Duval is an instructor at the École du Barreau, teaching the negotiation technique clinic on labour law.

Prior to joining Lavery, Ms. Duval worked as a lawyer in the health sector, where she gained practical experience in labour and employment law. She holds a Bachelor of Laws, in the co-op program, from the Université de Sherbrooke.

Education

  • MBA, in progress
  • LL.B, Université de Sherbrooke, 2010

Boards and Professional Affiliations

  • Chair and member of the board of directors of Le Tremplin 16-30 in Sherbrooke, 2015–2018
  • Secretary and member of the board of directors of Secours-Amitié Estrie, 2012–2014
  1. Five new members join Lavery’s ranks

    Lavery is delighted to welcome Julien Ducharme, Jessyca Duval, Anyssa Lacoste, Chloé Béland and Anne-Sophie Paquet.    Julien Ducharme – Senior Associate  Julien Ducharme joins our Business Law team on September 3.  His practice focuses primarily on mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, commercial law and corporate financing. In this role, Julien represents and assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), multinational corporations and institutional investors in connection with diversified commercial operations and large-scale business projects.  “With a team comprised of individuals as experienced in their respective fields as they are driven by human and professional values essential to creating a stimulating work environment conductive of surpassing oneself, my return to Lavery after several years abroad was a natural decision. I look forward to contributing concretely to the success of businesses operating in Quebec as their trusted business partner.”    Jessyca Duval – Senior Associate  Jessyca joins our Labour and Employment Law group and the Litigation group.    As part of her practice, she advises employers on all legal aspects relating to human resources management and matters relating to occupational injury, in addition to representing employers before various administrative tribunals and ordinary courts of law.  “I decided to join Lavery's team for their passionate and dedicated professionals, whose recognized skills and commitment make every collaboration not only rewarding, but genuinely enjoyable.”    Chloé Béland - Associate  Chloé is a member of the Labour and Employment Law group.   She advises employers on hiring and terminating employees, developing and implementing employment-related policies, psychological harassment, human rights, occupational health and safety, and labour standards.  “In my opinion, Lavery not only embodies innovation, expertise and excellence in the legal field, but is also a Quebec success story. Lavery deeply values team spirit and collaboration, which are essential values for delivering quality legal services and meeting high client expectations.  The diversity of labour and employment law cases was also a key factor in attracting me to Lavery. I’ll be able to continue growing my skills and developing creative solutions to complex challenges at Lavery, while taking a human-centred approach.  But what really convinced me to join Lavery were the passionate and inspiring lawyers I had the pleasure of meeting. Their warm, human approach resonates perfectly with my values. The friendly conversations I had reinforced my conviction that I’ll feel at home in this team.”    Anyssa Lacoste – Associate  Anyssa is a member of the Labour and Employment Law group.  She supports and represents her clients in a wide range of expertise, from drafting employment contracts to administrative recourses, implementing work policies and regulations and amending working conditions.  “I decided to join Lavery because of the firm’s reputation and expertise. Right from the start, I felt the firm had the values I was looking for in an employer. I am convinced that Lavery will contribute to my professional and personal development.”    Anne-Sophie Paquet - Associate  Anne-Sophie Paquet is a lawyer practising in the Business Law group and a member of the firm’s tax law team.   She advises and supports her clients in the planning, analysis and implementation of tax structures and strategies, in particular for business transactions.  “I chose to join Lavery because of the excellence of its team and because I was looking for a dynamic work environment that fostered collaboration. Joining the firm gives me the opportunity to support a diverse clientele in achieving their goals.” 

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