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May 4, 2026

Lavery welcomes Catherine as lawyer

Lavery is pleased to announce the arrival of Catherine LaRose, a lawyer in the Litigation group whose practice focuses on health law. With five years of experience in the health care system, including three years as a clinical nurse, she now brings her expertise to institutions and organizations in the sector, advising and representing them on all matters related to their activities, including hospital liability and class actions. Her nursing studies at Université Laval enabled her to develop a strong interest in issues relating to access to care and in improving Québec’s health care system. Recognized on several occasions during her legal studies, Catherine is known for her rigour, professionalism, and deeply human approach. “I am very proud to be joining Lavery, whose extensive experience and depth of expertise in health law are widely recognized. I look forward to putting my skills to work for the institutions, organizations, and businesses that form essential links in the health and social services network.” We warmly welcome Catherine to our teams!

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May 4, 2026

Ottawa cracking down on 21-year deemed disposition rule for trusts: Lavery lawyer

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May 1, 2026

Lavery welcomes Myriam as lawyer

Lavery is pleased to announce the arrival of Myriam Chapdelaine, a lawyer in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group whose practice focuses on civil and commercial litigation. A graduate of the Université de Sherbrooke, she distinguished herself early in her academic career, notably through an internship at the Centre québécois du droit de l’environnement. Since being called to the Barreau du Québec in 2023, she has gained extensive experience in civil and commercial litigation, labour and employment law, and family law. Her rigour and commitment to access to justice make her a valuable addition to our firm. “I was looking for a firm where I could take on real challenges while being supported day to day. Lavery won me over with the quality of the discussions, its commitment to work well done, and the way the team approaches files: with judgment, efficiency, and humanity. It’s a motivating setting for the next stage of my litigation practice.” We warmly welcome Myriam to our teams!

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April 29, 2026

Lavery further accelerates its AI adoption with the appointment of Philip Louis as Senior Director, Innovation and Digital Transformation

Montréal, April,29 2026 — Lavery is pleased to announce the appointment of Philip Louis as Senior Director, Innovation and Digital Transformation, further strengthening the firm’s ability to develop and deploy AI-powered and emerging technology solutions. Prior to joining Lavery, Philip Louis served as Advisor, Predictive Technologies and Artificial Intelligence at the Barreau du Québec. In that role, he monitored technological developments, analyzed their impact on the profession, helped develop organizational guidelines, and advised decision-makers on issues related to professional ethics and access to justice. He also designed tools, guides, and training programs on the responsible use of AI. His distinctive background, combining in-depth knowledge of the legal sector with a strong understanding of emerging technologies' challenges, will support the firm’s ambition to accelerate innovation in a structured and responsible manner. At the crossroads of law, ethics and innovation In his role, Philip Louis will play a central part in shaping and implementing the firm’s innovation and digital transformation strategy. He will work closely with legal, technology and compliance teams to structure and lead a portfolio of technology initiatives. He will draw on his experience at the Barreau du Québec and his strategic thinking on the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence in the legal sector. He will also maintain active monitoring of technological developments and assess their impact on the profession, contributing to the firm’s strategic direction. “Innovation in the legal field truly comes into its own when it tangibly enhances professionals’ ability to better serve their clients. When properly managed, artificial intelligence becomes a powerful tool for improving the quality of analysis, accelerating information processing, and refocusing lawyers’ work on higher value-added issues. Lavery offers a unique environment for transforming these possibilities into concrete solutions that benefit clients,” said Philip Louis. A rigorous, responsible and value-driven approach Lavery has adopted a thoughtful and disciplined approach to AI, choosing to develop internal tools in a controlled environment rather than relying on generic commercial solutions. In this context, the arrival of Philip Louis enhances the firm’s capacity to innovate responsibly, embedding considerations of compliance, professional ethics, confidentiality and user acceptability into solutions from the outset. With his specialized training in responsible AI, combined with technical expertise in programming and emerging technology, he will be able to act as a true bridge between the legal, technological and operational dimensions of innovation. “Integrating AI into a law firm like ours requires a structured, well-governed approach aligned with our professional obligations.Philip’s expertise allows us to go further, more efficiently, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and protection for our clients,” said Loïc Berdnikoff. Part of a broader strategy This appointment follows a series of recent initiatives aimed at accelerating the integration of AI within the firm, including the rollout of its closed-loop generative AI interface, “Billy,” and the strengthening of its innovation leadership. Together, these initiatives mark the beginning of a sustained transformation, positioning Lavery as a leading player in the responsible adoption of AI in the legal sector.

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