On August 6, 2025, Lexpert recognized the expertise of two partners in its 2025 edition of Lexpert Special Edition: Energy.
Jean-Sébastien Desroches and Edith Jacques are acknowledged among Canada's leaders, highlighting the firm's excellence and strategic role in the energy sector.
Jean-Sébastien Desroches works in business law, primarily in mergers and acquisitions, infrastructure, renewable energy, project development, and strategic partnerships. He was the head of the firm's business law practice until 2018.
He has led several major transactions, complex legal operations, cross-border transactions, reorganizations, and investments in Canada and internationally for Canadian, American, and European clients, international companies, and institutional clients, particularly in manufacturing, transportation, pharmaceuticals, finance, and renewable energy sectors.
Edith Jacques, partner, lawyer, and trademark agent in Lavery's intellectual property group.
Edith Jacques is the Chair of the firm's board of directors and a partner in the Montreal business law group. She specializes in mergers and acquisitions, commercial law, and international law. She acts as a business and strategic advisor to medium and large private companies.
She is highly involved with manufacturing companies and energy firms.
Ms. Jacques is known for her versatility, practicality, and pragmatism in various commercial matters.
This recognition by Lexpert is proof of the quality and depth of expertise offered by Lavery, confirming its commitment to providing tailored solutions to its clients in the energy sector.
About Lavery
Lavery is the leading independent law firm in Quebec. It has over 200 professionals based in Montreal, Quebec City, Sherbrooke, and Trois-Rivières, working daily to offer a full range of legal services to organizations doing business in Quebec. Recognized by the most prestigious legal directories, Lavery's professionals are at the heart of the business community and actively involved in their communities. The firm's expertise is frequently sought by numerous national and global partners to assist them with matters in Quebec jurisdiction.