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January 29, 2026

Lavery and its Intellectual Property group recognized in the 2026 edition of the WTR 1000: The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals

We are pleased to announce that Lavery has been ranked in the 2026 edition of the WTR 1000: The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals. Four of our members have also been recognized as leaders in their respective areas of practice. Geneviève Bergeron - Partner | Lawyer - Trademark Agent Geneviève’s practice focuses on all aspects of trademarks, intellectual property transactions, copyright and domain names. Her trademark expertise also includes litigation, such as opposition and cancellation proceedings, formal notices and the negotiation of coexistence and settlement agreements, as well as the drafting, negotiation and review of commercial contracts, such as licence and assignment agreements. Chantal Desjardins - Partner | Lawyer - Trademark Agent Chantal actively assists her clients in establishing their rights in the field of intellectual property, which includes the protection and defence of trademarks, industrial designs, copyright, domain names, trade secrets and other related forms of intellectual property, in order to further their business objectives. Isabelle Jomphe - Partner | Lawyer - Trademark Agent Isabelle’s expertise includes trademarks, industrial designs, copyrights, trade secrets and technology transfers, as well as advertising law and matters related to labelling and the Charter of the French Language. Suzanne Antal - Senior Trademark Agent Suzanne focuses her practice on all aspects of trademark registration, including drafting and filing trademark applications and representing clients in trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings, both nationally and internationally. About WTR 1000 The WTR 1000 is a guide that identifies the top trademark professionals and law firms around the globe. The lawyers and law firms featured in this guide are selected further to a rigorous process involving research and interviews with practitioners, clients and in-house counsel. 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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January 23, 2026

A patent dispute forces the removal of features from Helix

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January 13, 2026

Repreneuriat Québec and Lavery enter strategic partnership to accelerate business transfers in Quebec

Lavery is pleased to announce a new partnership with Repreneuriat Québec. The partnership will leverage Lavery’s multidisciplinary expertise while expanding Repreneuriat Québec’s network of experts to provide enhanced, structured support for business buyers and sellers across Quebec. A trusted legal partner to support business transfers across the province Through this agreement, Repreneuriat Québec will build formal relationships with all members of the Lavery network in the province’s major business centres. This partnership directly supports Repreneuriat Québec’s mission to ensure the long-term viability of Quebec businesses. Lavery’s teams will bring top-tier integrated expertise in mergers and acquisitions, taxation, financing, labour and employment law, governance, intellectual property, and commercial and contract law. This will give buyers and sellers the tools they need to navigate each critical stage of the business transfer cycle, from preparation and diagnosis to structuring, due diligence, financing, post-transaction integration and business continuity. Lavery will also activate its AI lab—L3AI—to support business transfers involving innovative technology companies. Joint training and awareness initiatives Repreneuriat Québec and Lavery will organize outreach activities, offer legal advice clinics and provide educational content to ensure Lavery’s clients and the business ecosystem are familiar with best practices in the areas of succession planning, tax structuring, HR issue management during business transfers, and IP protection. “This partnership will help us better equip local entrepreneurs by giving them access to recognized legal expertise,” said Alexandre Ollive, President and CEO of Repreneuriat Québec. “Together, we want to help buyers and sellers recognize the importance of carefully planning each step of the business transfer process to ensure the continued viability of businesses across all regions of Quebec.” “By joining forces with Repreneuriat Québec, we reaffirm Lavery’s commitment to supporting the growth and prosperity of local businesses and to contributing to Quebec’s economic momentum,” said Anik Trudel, Lavery’s Chief Executive Officer. “Our role as a legal and business partner will be to effectively guide buyers and sellers from strategy to execution. The goal is to help them secure the future of their businesses and to create a business environment that fosters long-term growth.” About Lavery Lavery is the leading independent law firm in Quebec. Its more than 200 professionals, based in Montreal, Quebec City, 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. About Repreneuriat Québec Repreneuriat Québec strongly believes that business transfers are one of the most powerful levers we can use to keep Quebec’s economy healthy and strong and help local businesses stay productive. For over ten years now, Repreneuriat Québec has been supporting entrepreneurial takeovers by guiding entrepreneurs through every stage of the takeover process. The organization has pioneered a unique support model and works across all regions of Quebec to drive business succession projects forward. Repreneuriat Québec has guided close to 35,000 entrepreneurs and thousands of businesses, with roughly $10 billion in transferred revenue and an 87.5% survival rate for participating businesses. The organization, which operates with the support of the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie, plays a key role in ensuring business continuity across ownership transitions. Visit repreneuriat.quebec to learn more about our services and our networking platform, Index.

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January 12, 2026

Lavery welcomes a new partner to its Business Law group

Lavery is pleased to announce the appointment of Isabelle Métivier, who joins our firm as a partner in the Business Law group and focuses her practice on real estate law in Montreal. Isabelle's practice focuses primarily on real estate acquisitions and sales, commercial leases, and the negotiation and structuring of complex agreements. She stands out for her in-depth understanding of her clients' business and operational realities, which enables her to propose legal solutions that are both rigorous and pragmatic, perfectly aligned with their strategic objectives. "I am delighted to join the Lavery team and continue my real estate practice within a firm renowned for the strength of its business law group. The key role that real estate law plays in large-scale projects and transactions was a determining factor in my decision. The combination of a clear vision for growth, a culture of collaboration, and a human-scale environment makes it an ideal place to put my experience to work for clients, alongside committed colleagues." Her appointment enriches our expertise and strengthens our ability to offer comprehensive support tailored to the complex issues facing our clients.

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