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Lavery Welcomes Lisa Azzuolo as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer
Lavery is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Azzuolo as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, Lisa is responsible for driving the firm’s business goals and ensuring growth targets are met. As a key member of the executive committee and steward of the Lavery brand, she will lead business development, client experience, and marketing and communications efforts. Lisa’s mandate includes delivering strategic support to partners and professionals, cultivating strong client relationships, and ensuring excellence in service delivery. "I am delighted to join Lavery, a pillar of the Quebec legal and business community and a respected law firm partner nationally. Lavery’s visionary leadership was pivotal in my decision to join. I am eager to contribute to the firm’s growth and strengthen its position as Canada’s Quebec Law Firm," said Lisa Azzuolo, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer of Lavery. A Distinguished Career in Pursuit of Excellence Before joining Lavery, Lisa held leadership positions in marketing and business development at three prominent national law firms. She also spearheaded an integrated marketing and communications strategy for the Canadian subsidiary of a global financial services company. A member of the Quebec Bar from 1994 to 2012, Lisa began her career in private practice in Montreal. With extensive experience in both national and global organizations, Lisa blends the rigor of best practices from large firms with a personalized, client-focused approach characteristic of a regional firm. This enables her to deliver the best of both worlds to benefit Lavery’s clients. A Client-Centric Approach "Lisa’s arrival marks a key moment for our firm," said Anik Trudel, Chief Executive Officer of Lavery. "Her national experience and deep expertise in legal marketing and business development align perfectly with our long-term vision. Welcoming a leader of Lisa’s caliber reinforces our position as Quebec’s business law firm of choice and highlights our commitment to an exceptional client experience."
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Nicolas Gagnon recognized in Lexpert’s 2025 directory of Leading 500 Cross-Border Lawyers
Lavery is pleased to announce that our partner Nicolas Gagnon has been listed in Lexpert’s Leading 500 Cross-Border Lawyers directory for 2025 in Construction Law. The selection of lawyers is based on an extensive annual survey and a rigorous review process. Professionals included in the Lexpert ranking have been recommended by their peers. Congratulations to Nicolas on this nomination, a testament to his expertise. Nicolas Gagnon specializes in construction law and surety law. He counsels contractors, public- and private-sector clients, professional services firms and surety companies at every stage of construction projects. He advises clients on the public bidding and procurement processes and participates in the negotiation and drafting of contractual documents involving various project delivery methods, such as public-private partnership projects and design, construction, financing and maintenance contracts. View the full directory here. About Lavery Lavery is the leading independent law firm in Quebec. 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 Quebec. Recognized in 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 Quebec jurisdiction. About Lexpert’s Leading 500 Cross-Border Lawyers directory (formerly Lexpert/ALM 500) Lexpert’s Leading 500 directory for 2025 features lawyers ranked highest in 33 practice areas and is sent to leading law firms and corporate counsel in the U.S. The practice areas are selected from the 68 practice areas in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2025.
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Lavery welcomes a new associate
“What convinced me to join Lavery was, above all, the human approach and the importance given to mentoring young professionals. Working at Lavery allows me to evolve within a company that values excellence and innovation in the legal field, while encouraging the acquisition of new skills and the exchange of knowledge.” Francis is a member of our Business Law Group, practicing mainly in the areas of financing and real estate law. Francis Sabourin joined Lavery as a student in 2023 after completing his law degree at Université de Sherbrooke the same year.
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Lavery Acts as Quebec Counsel to Newmont Corporation in Major US$795 million Transaction
Lavery is pleased to advise Newmont Corporation in one of Canada's largest mining transactions, valued at US$795 million. Completion of this transaction is scheduled for the first quarter of 2025. Our mining law team is acting as Quebec Legal counsel to Newmont Corporation in connection with the sale of the Éléonore gold mine, located in the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James territory region of northern Quebec, to Dhilmar, a private mining company based in the United Kingdom. This sale is part of Newmont Corporation's strategy to refocus its portfolio of mining assets.As part of the transaction, our team reviewed and analyzed all assets associated with the Éléonore gold mine. This included mining titles such as mining leases, as well as the transfer and evaluation of government and environmental permits, to ensure compliance with mining laws and regulations. The Lavery team was led by our Business Law partner, Sébastien Vézina, with support from Valérie Belle-Isle, Carole Gélinas, Éric Gélinas, Jean-Paul Timothée, William Bolduc, Joseph Gualdieri, Radia Amina Djouhaer, Charlotte Dangoisse, Salim Ben Abdessalem, Annie Groleau, Joëlle Montpetit and Nadine Giguère. About NewmontNewmont is the world's leading gold company and a producer of copper, zinc, lead, and silver. The corporation's world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social, and governance practices. Newmont is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution, and technical expertise. Founded in 1921, the Company has been publicly traded since 1925. 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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Lavery helps the Société du parc Jean-Drapeau adjust Canadian Grand Prix (F1) dates
Lavery was pleased to serve as legal counsel in a strategic initiative to revise the schedule of the Canadian Grand Prix. Under the new schedule, Canada’s most anticipated tourist event will be moved to the last two weekends of May starting in 2026, in order to meet various eco-responsibility objectives. Welcomed by key players in the tourism and events industry, the revised schedule will minimize the number of transatlantic flights required for F1 teams, thereby reducing the event’s carbon footprint. The initiative is part of a broader commitment to environmental and social responsibility, in line with Quebec’s efforts to promote sustainable tourism practices. In addition to bringing a boost to the local economy, the change in the Grand Prix’s dates will kick off the summer season earlier, enhancing Montréal’s and Quebec’s tourist appeal. Our team was actively involved throughout the review process, providing strategic advice and ensuring compliance with current regulations. The Lavery team was led by Sébastien Vézina, a partner in the firm’s Business Law group and the Head of the Sports and Entertainment Law team, with the support of Jean-Paul Timothée and Radia Amina Djouaher. Find out more here: 2026 Grand Prix: The funders are satisfied with the revised schedule Canadian Grand Prix to support F1 calendar rationalisation with scheduling change from 2026 | Formula 1® 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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Laurence Bich-Carrière, a rising star in the Canadian legal profession
Lavery is proud to announce that on November 19, Laurence Bich-Carrière received the Rising Stars Leading Lawyers Under 40 award from Lexpert. This prestigious award honours lawyers under the age of 40 in Canada who distinguish themselves in the legal profession. The winners are selected by a jury of law firm managing partners and recognized corporate counsels, based on rigorously studied criteria like leadership, outstanding professional achievement and service to clients. As a litigation partner and a member of the Barreau du Québec and of the Law Society of Ontario, Laurence is an accomplished lawyer. Specializing in complex litigation, her expertise is especially valued in class actions and appeals. Her clients appreciate her efficiency, her stringent analyses and her ability to propose a range of solutions, often by thinking outside the box, to further her cases. Laurence is committed to her clients and her colleagues, and she is also a very active member of the legal community, proving her professional versatility. She is also involved with other legal institutions—she is a member of the civil procedure committee of the Barreau du Québec, a member of the executive committees of the Canadian Bar Association, Quebec Branch, including the Research and Knowledge Management section and the International section—and community organizations, such as the board of directors of the Fondation Claude Masse for the dissemination of consumer law knowledge. In addition to her solid practical experience, Laurence is also interested in research and training the next generation of lawyers. She is a sought-after speaker, the author of some forty publications, including several in scientific journals, she occasionally lectures and participates in the deliberation of various university research groups. Congratulations to Laurence on this well-earned recognition of her talent and expertise. For more information, read the article : 2024 Winners | Lexpert Rising Stars 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.