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Lavery supports Logient in its merger with Onepoint and the creation of Wepoint
Lavery is pleased to announce that it acted as legal counsel to Logient in the transaction that saw French consulting group Onepoint acquire Logient nventive, giving rise to Wepoint, a new North American player in technology and consulting services. The new entity brings together close to 600 experts, including 450 from Logient nventive and 150 from Onepoint Canada. It plans to expand its team to 1,500 AI experts and generate $250 million in revenue by 2030. Wepoint combines complementary expertise in cloud solutions, AI, data, consulting, and technology products, with plans for the Montréal team to play a key role in its North American operations. The merger is creating a model that combines consulting excellence, local expertise, and large-scale innovation capacity, reflecting the technology and consulting sector’s trend toward consolidation and growth. The Lavery team that handled the transaction was led by Étienne Brassard and included Bernard Trang, Julie Aubin-Perron, Jen Deruchie and Arielle Supino. About Lavery Lavery is the leading independent law firm in Quebec. Its more than 200 professionals, based in Montréal, Quebec, Sherbrooke and Trois-Rivières, work every day to offer a full range of legal services to organizations doing business in Quebec. 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 Quebec jurisdiction.
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Lexpert Recognizes Four Partners as Leading Insolvency and Restructuring Lawyers in Canada
On October 1, 2025, Lexpert recognized the expertise of four of our partners in its 2025 Lexpert Special Edition: Insolvency and Restructuring. Jean Legault, Ouassim Tadlaoui, Yanick Vlasak and Jonathan Warin now rank among Canada’s leaders in the area of Insolvency and Restructuring. Jean Legault is a partner in the Litigation group in the commercial litigation, banking, and insolvency sector. With more than 20 years’ experience in commercial litigation, he specializes in banking law and insolvency. He primarily advises financial institutions, institutional investors as well as trustees in bankruptcy in restructuring and insolvency cases. Ouassim Tadlaoui is a partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group. He focuses his practice on banking litigation, restructuring, bankruptcy, insolvency and construction surety bonds. He represents chartered banks and other financial institutions and alternative lenders as creditors, as well as certain debtors, in bankruptcy or restructuring mandates. He also represents and advises surety companies as well as national and international companies in matters of insolvency, bankruptcy and restructuring in the construction industry. Yanick Vlasak is a partner and a member of Lavery’s Business law group and its specialized Restructuring, insolvency, and banking law group. His practice is focused on commercial litigation, financing, banking law, insolvency, and financial restructuring. He also has expertise in construction law, shareholder disputes and arrangements, and asset protection measures. Jonathan Warin is a partner and member of the firm's Commercial Litigation group, specializing in bankruptcy and insolvency, extraordinary remedies, and enforcement of security interests. He works daily on a variety of insolvency cases, representing institutional lenders, trustees, and debtors in restructuring and liquidation situations. Mr. Warin also handles commercial litigation of all kinds, including shareholder disputes and injunctions. About Lavery Lavery is the leading independent law firm in Quebec. Its more than 200 professionals, based in Montréal, Quebec, Sherbrooke and Trois-Rivières, work every day to offer a full range of legal services to organizations doing business in Quebec. 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 Quebec jurisdiction.
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Lavery advises Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited on US$835 million cross-border financing related to the acquisition of the Éléonore mine
Lavery acted as legal counsel for Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited in connection with a US$835 million cross-border financing related to the acquisition of the Éléonore gold mine, located in Eeyou Istchee James Bay, in northern Quebec. This transaction, which involved negotiations in four separate jurisdictions, required in-depth expertise in banking law, mining law, and security law to secure financing for the acquisition of one of Quebec's largest gold mines. This case was led by David Tournier, with the support of Katerina Kostopoulos, Francis Sabourin, Annie Groleau, and Joëlle Montpetit. Lavery is privileged to have played a role in the evolution of the Éléonore mine, having represented Newmont Corp in the sale of the Éléonore mine in 2024. These transactions reflect the firm's significant expertise in its ability to manage complex commercial and financial transactions in the mining sector. 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 welcomes a new partner to its Business Law group
Lavery is delighted to welcome Lucas Richard-Gérard as a partner in our Business Law Group in Montreal, where he will strengthen our tax team. His practice primarily focuses on providing tax advice and planning, particularly in the context of reorganizations and mergers and acquisitions. He has specific expertise in various sectors such as investment and cross-border trade. Lucas has worked for both private companies and law firms, participating in numerous major transactions throughout his career. His skills extend to the taxation of non-profit organizations, where he excels in regulatory and financing aspects. Additionally, he teaches tax principles at the University of Montreal and regularly contributes to renowned conferences and publications. An active member of the Training Committee of the Association for Tax and Financial Planning, he is dedicated to developing the next generation of tax professionals. "I am pleased to join the Lavery team and continue my tax practice within a firm that combines rigor, collaboration, and strategic vision. I look forward to applying my tax expertise to exciting mandates alongside passionate and committed colleagues." We are thrilled to welcome Lucas and are confident he will bring significant value to our firm and clients. 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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Lavery's expertise recognized by Chambers Global 2026
We are pleased to announce that Lavery has once again been recognized in the 2026 edition of Chambers in the following sectors: Coporate/Commercial (Quebec, Band 1) Employment & Labor (Quebec , Band 2) Energy & Natural Ressources : Mining (Nation wide Canada, Band 3) Intellectual Property (Nationwide Canada, Band 4) Insurance : Dispute Resolution (Nationwide Canada, Band 5) These recognitions are further demonstration of the expertise and quality of legal services that characterize Lavery's professionals. Nine lawyers have been recognized as leaders in their respective areas of practice in the 2026 edition of the Chambers Global guide. Areas of expertise in which they are recognized: René Branchaud : Energy & Natural Ressources : Mining (Nationwide Canada, Band 5) Brittany Carson: Employment & Labour (Up and Coming) Nicolas Gagnon: Construction (Nationwide Canada, Band 2) Édith Jacques: Corporate/Commercial (Québec, Band 5) Marie-Hélène Jolicoeur: Employment & Labour (Québec, Band 4) Guy Lavoie: Employment & Labour (Québec, Band 2) Martin Pichette: Insurance: Dispute Resolution (Nationwide Canada, Band 3) Sébastien Vézina: Energy & Natural Ressources : Mining (Nationwide Canada, Band 5) Camille Rioux: Employment & Labour (Associates to watch) About Chambers 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 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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Lavery welcomes Jean-Philippe Abraham, Angelo Mandeville-Sacco and Sophie Poirier as lawyers
Lavery is pleased to announce the arrival of three new lawyers at its Montreal and Quebec City offices: Jean-Philippe Abraham, Angelo Mandeville-Sacco, and Sophie Poirier. Jean-Philippe Abraham joins our litigation and dispute resolution group and practices primarily in civil and commercial litigation, particularly in matters involving shareholder disputes, breach of contract, liability, injunctions, and enforcement of security interests. in Quebec City. “I am very excited to join the Lavery team. I am privileged to be able to work alongside well-known professionals in Quebec's legal market who provide high-quality legal services in all areas of practice. I am very proud to be able to contribute to Lavery's success and to serve its valued clients.” Angelo Mandeville-Sacco joins our Financing and Banking Law Group in Montreal. "From my very first interactions with Lavery, I sensed that the firm's human and collaborative values were genuine. Every day, the people I meet at the office embody these values—and it shows in their daily commitment and enthusiasm. Working on challenging cases, in a spirit of genuine teamwork, within a firm that is well established in Quebec and present throughout North America, is exactly what I was looking for. Joining Lavery is the best professional decision I have ever made!" Sophie Poirier is a member of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group and practices primarily in civil and commercial litigation as well as administrative law in Montreal. “During my time at Lavery as a student and articling student, I discovered a stimulating and friendly environment. I am delighted to return as a lawyer, having enriched my career with a clerkship at the Federal Court. I look forward to putting the new knowledge I have acquired from the judiciary into practice and actively contributing to the firm's success.” We warmly welcome Jean-Philippe, Angelo, and Sophie to our teams!