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August 13, 2026

Benchmark Litigation - Myriam Brixi recognized among Canada’s Top 100 Women in Litigation 2026

Lavery is pleased to announce that Myriam Brixi has been recognized by Benchmark Litigation’s Top 100 Women in Litigation in Canada for 2026. This prestigious achievement honours Canada’s 100 best female litigators who have achieved professional distinction via their recent involvement in key cases and have forged a solid reputation in the eyes of their peers and clients. As a partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group, Myriam Brixi focuses her practice primarily in the areas of class actions, product liability, consumer law and insurance law. She has participated in complex class actions raising important legal issues, including a wide range of multi-jurisdictional class actions. About LaveryLavery 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 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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August 11, 2026

Benchmark Litigation - Karl Chabot recognized in the 40 & Under list

Lavery is pleased to announce that our partner, Karl Chabot, has been recognized in Benchmark Litigation’s annual 40 & Under List Canada 2026. This prestigious directory recognizes leading litigators involved in the country’s most significant litigation matters and who have distinguished themselves within the legal profession through the outstanding quality of the services they provide. Each ranking is the subject of an exhaustive peer review process and an assessment of the candidates’ professional track records. A partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group, Karl focuses his practice on civil and commercial law, as well as health and social services law. Drawing on broad litigation experience and his former role as Senior Legal Counsel to the largest cooperative financial group in North America, Karl has developed a unique talent for the combined assessment of legal and business risks, as well as for anticipating and preventing potential disputes. He resolutely applies his pragmatism and strategic vision to the prompt and lasting resolution of conflicts, thereby cementing his reputation as an indispensable ally to his clients. Congratulations to Karl on this recognition, which reflects his talent and expertise. About LaveryLavery 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 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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August 10, 2026

Lavery welcomes two lawyers

Lavery is pleased to announce the arrival of two new lawyers: Élyse Le Quoc, a lawyer in the Labour and Employment Law Group, and Kimberly Vesco, a lawyer in the Business Law Group whose practice focuses on transactional law. Élyse Le Quoc focuses her practice on labour and employment law, where she advises employers on a wide range of matters, including the drafting and review of employment contracts, compliance with employment standards, and the interpretation and application of collective agreements. Her practice also involves reviewing internal policies and managing personnel-related issues in the context of asset or share acquisition transactions. She also has significant experience preparing files for civil and administrative tribunals, enabling her to address the matters entrusted to her with rigour and sound judgment. I was looking for a firm that would allow me to diversify my practice and take part in major mandates within a dynamic team. Lavery stood out as a natural choice because of the quality of its professionals, its reputation in labour and employment law, and its collaborative spirit. I am excited to continue my career there and contribute to the team’s success. Kimberly Vesco practises primarily in transactional law and advises businesses on their commercial transactions, particularly in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, and the drafting of commercial agreements. Before joining Lavery, she developed experience in private practice, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, and the law of non-profit organizations and charities. Known for her rigour and adaptability, she supports her clients with professionalism and efficiency. I chose to join Lavery because of the quality of its practice and the reputation for excellence of its professionals. My discussions with members of the firm convinced me that it is a welcoming and stimulating environment, where collaboration is at the heart of the practice and is reflected in client relationships. We are pleased to warmly welcome Élyse and Kimberly to our teams!

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August 5, 2026

Three partners recognized as leaders in Canada for their expertise in energy according to Lexpert

Valérie Belle-Isle, Jean-Sébastien Desroches, and Édith Jacques are recognized as leaders in Canada, highlighting the firm’s excellence and strategic role in the field of technology law. Valérie Belle-Isle is a partner in Lavery’s Administrative Law group. Her practice focuses primarily on environmental law, urban planning, land use planning, and territorial development. She advises and represents public- and private-sector clients on matters involving, in particular, environmental obligations, the obtaining of authorizations and permits, the enforcement and challenge of urban planning by-laws, as well as expropriation files. She also assists municipalities with the legal validation of their decisions and the planning of their projects. Recognized for her strategic and practical approach, she also practises in the areas of municipal taxation and property assessment, in addition to contributing regularly to publications and training activities. Jean-Sébastien Desroches practises business law and focuses primarily on mergers and acquisitions, infrastructure, renewable energy and project development as well as strategic partnerships. He has had the opportunity to steer several major transactions—complex legal operations, cross-border transactions, reorganizations, and investments—in Canada and at an international level on behalf of Canadian, American, and European clients and international corporations and institutional clients in the manufacturing, transportation, pharmaceutical, financial, and renewable energy sectors. Édith 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. 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 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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