DE GRANDPRÉ CHAIT - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Senior Paralegal - Manager, Corporate Services and Tax
Aubie is the head of the firm's Real Estate Transactions team. He advises businesses of all sizes and industries on their commercial activities and real estate needs. He represents developers, investors, owners, landlords and tenants in the acquisition, development, financing, leasing, purchase and sale of property assets both in and outside Québec.
Job Titles:
- Partner
- David Coutu Appointed Partners
David Coutu has a wealth of asset protection experience.
David is a skilled tax litigator who represents clients at every stage of the tax assessment challenge process. He practices in various areas of Quebec and Canadian taxation, particularly in matters relating to income taxes, goods and services taxes (GST) and Québec sales taxes (QST).
To protect his clients' interests, he identifies all available legal avenues, negotiates with tax authorities and pleads before provincial and federal courts. David advises and represents a diverse range of individuals, corporations, partnerships and trusts. His litigation experience covers alternative income estimation methods (net worth, cash flow, purchase analysis), real estate, restoration and directors' liability.
David Coutu has a wealth of asset protection experience.
David is a skilled tax litigator who represents clients at every stage of the tax assessment challenge process. He practices in various areas of Quebec and Canadian taxation, particularly in matters relating to income taxes, goods and services taxes (GST) and Québec sales taxes (QST).
To protect his clients' interests, he identifies all available legal avenues, negotiates with tax authorities and pleads before provincial and federal courts. David advises and represents a diverse range of individuals, corporations, partnerships and trusts. His litigation experience covers alternative income estimation methods (net worth, cash flow, purchase analysis), real estate, restoration and directors' liability.
Deirdra Corber is your real estate transaction's secret weapon.
Deirdra is a full-fledged member of our Real Estate team and has worked on some of the province's largest real estate transactions. Assisted by her team, she advises and represents owners, developers and lenders from financing to sale, accompanying them at every stage of their major real estate transactions, commercial lease agreements and real estate development projects. Both her team and our clients value her methodical approach and unfailing professional integrity.
Deirdra Corber is your real estate transaction's secret weapon.
Deirdra is a full-fledged member of our Real Estate team and has worked on some of the province's largest real estate transactions. Assisted by her team, she advises and represents owners, developers and lenders from financing to sale, accompanying them at every stage of their major real estate transactions, commercial lease agreements and real estate development projects. Both her team and our clients value her methodical approach and unfailing professional integrity.
Job Titles:
- Partner
- Légaré Helps You Stay Ahead
Emmanuel Laurin-Légaré helps you stay ahead.
Emmanuel's practice focuses on civil and commercial litigation. He is a seasoned litigator and represents a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to multinationals in a wide array of industries, including telecommunications, renewable energies, real estate and insurance. He is well-versed in various areas of the law, including civil liability, professional liability and class actions. His vast know-how is reflected in the diversity and complexity of the cases he handles.
He represents clients before all Quebec courts and tribunals, particularly the Superior Court of Québec. Emmanuel works closely with his clients, helping them plan projects and anticipate contentious situations. Though he favours mediation, arbitration and out-of-court settlements to save time and money for his clients, he also has extensive experience with extraordinary recourse proceedings in litigation. Outside of his work, Emmanuel is a member of several sports and charitable organizations, including the Club Richelieu de Montréal and the Association cycliste en développement des affaires.
Emmanuel Laurin-Légaré helps you stay ahead.
Emmanuel's practice focuses on civil and commercial litigation. He is a seasoned litigator and represents a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to multinationals in a wide array of industries, including telecommunications, renewable energies, real estate and insurance. He is well-versed in various areas of the law, including civil liability, professional liability and class actions. His vast know-how is reflected in the diversity and complexity of the cases he handles.
He represents clients before all Quebec courts and tribunals, particularly the Superior Court of Québec. Emmanuel works closely with his clients, helping them plan projects and anticipate contentious situations. Though he favours mediation, arbitration and out-of-court settlements to save time and money for his clients, he also has extensive experience with extraordinary recourse proceedings in litigation. Outside of his work, Emmanuel is a member of several sports and charitable organizations, including the Club Richelieu de Montréal and the Association cycliste en développement des affaires.
Eric was chairman of the board of directors from May 2012 to March 2020 and remains an active board member. He has greatly contributed to the firm's growth and prominence in Quebec. With a consistent focus on modernization, he ushered in significant changes, including technological reform, a paperless office and a move to new premises.
Etienne Chauvin has a rock solid reputation in construction law.
Co-leader of the Construction Law team, Etienne represents general contractors, specialized contractors and consortia in litigation before all levels of court in Quebec. He assists clients at every stage of their construction matters, whether before, during or after the execution of a contract. His experience also extends to construction bonds and professional and civil liability.
Although he regularly represents clients in alternative dispute resolution processes like arbitration and mediation, Etienne is no stranger to lengthy trials where discipline and tenacity are the name of the game.
Etienne is frequently invited as a speaker by various construction industry organizations, including the Corporation des entrepreneurs généraux du Québec.
Etienne Chauvin has a rock solid reputation in construction law.
Co-leader of the Construction Law team, Etienne represents general contractors, specialized contractors and consortia in litigation before all levels of court in Quebec. He assists clients at every stage of their construction matters, whether before, during or after the execution of a contract. His experience also extends to construction bonds and professional and civil liability.
Although he regularly represents clients in alternative dispute resolution processes like arbitration and mediation, Etienne is no stranger to lengthy trials where discipline and tenacity are the name of the game.
Etienne is frequently invited as a speaker by various construction industry organizations, including the Corporation des entrepreneurs généraux du Québec.
Job Titles:
- Partner
- S Hard Work and Determination Have Secured Him a Place at the Top of His Profession and Established Him As a Leading Authority on Construction Law
François Beauchamp's hard work and determination have secured him a place at the top of his profession and established him as a leading authority on construction law.
François is a renowned litigator who has been representing Quebec's biggest building and bond companies for decades. He wields his wealth of expertise in bonds, construction claims and civil liability to defend his clients' interests before all courts, whether judicial or arbitral.
François has an impeccable work ethic and serves his clients with true dedication, providing them with expert advice on the conduct of their business and helping them resolve any problems they encounter. François co-leads the firm's Construction Law team and is a long-standing member of the board of directors. He was also Chair of the construction section for the Canadian Bar Association's Quebec Branch.
For more than 20 years, he has co-authored chapters on enterprise and service contracts for the book Contrats, sûretés, publicité des droits et droit international privé, published and updated annually in collaboration with the Quebec Bar's professional training school. François is a seasoned guest speaker and receives many invitations from industry associations. He is considered a true pillar of the legal community.
Job Titles:
- Director, Information Technology
François Marchand helps build a solid plan for your project.
François focuses his practice on professional and insurance law, including professional liability and disciplinary law. He also works in commercial and construction litigation. His clientele consists mainly of SMEs in various industries, including construction, technology services, franchising, distribution and insurance. He also serves individual professionals and professional organizations, including the Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec.
Though François is a seasoned litigator, he prefers negotiation to resolve disputes. He is quick to understand his clients' needs and prepares tailored negotiation and conflict resolution strategies. He is also passionate about the law and happily accepts opportunities to provide training and give talks on various topics in his fields of practice.
François Marchand helps build a solid plan for your project.
François focuses his practice on professional and insurance law, including professional liability and disciplinary law. He also works in commercial and construction litigation. His clientele consists mainly of SMEs in various industries, including construction, technology services, franchising, distribution and insurance. He also serves individual professionals and professional organizations, including the Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec.
Though François is a seasoned litigator, he prefers negotiation to resolve disputes. He is quick to understand his clients' needs and prepares tailored negotiation and conflict resolution strategies. He is also passionate about the law and happily accepts opportunities to provide training and give talks on various topics in his fields of practice.
With over 45 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisition, development, financing and leasing, Fred Carsley has won the admiration and loyalty of many renowned players in the retail, office, industrial and multi-residential sectors.
Identified by various national and international directories as a leading law practitioner in the fields of real estate development and property leasing, Fred is often referred to as "the go-to person in Quebec" by out-of-province clients and referring colleagues. He is particularly recognized for his way of simplifying the differences between Common Law and Quebec civil law.
Clients praise him for his expertise, dedication and responsiveness and appreciate the fact that he handles every case as if he had a vested interest in its outcome. Fred is thorough and effective, driving results by proposing practical solutions that are beneficial for all parties.
Since 1978, Fred has been a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), where he has served in a number of roles. On behalf of the ICSC, he has lobbied the Quebec and British Columbia governments against a tax on parking spaces, which earned him the ICSC's Trustees Distinguished Service Award, the highest award bestowed by the global retail real estate industry. Always willing to give back to the industry, he currently serves as an ICSC Ambassador and as a next generation mentor.
As ICSC Canadian Division Government Relations Chair, Fred lobbied the Federal Government to change the Canada Interest Act in order to facilitate long-term mortgage lending. This effort was central to his admission as a Fellow of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys, where he currently serves on the Title Insurance and Membership Admission Committees.
Job Titles:
- Director, Human Resources
Isabelle Alary provides the robust support talent-rich companies need.
Isabelle has more than 30 years of human resources experience and works hard to create a stimulating environment where everyone can thrive. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Université de Montréal and extensive leadership experience at several large manufacturing companies.
She is a seasoned human resources manager known for her ability to build connections between individuals and teams, add value on a daily basis and create an enjoyable and collaborative work environment.In addition to her professional duties, Isabelle sits on the board of the Fondation de l'Office municipal d'habitation de Montréal.
Isabelle Alary provides the robust support talent-rich companies need.
Isabelle has more than 30 years of human resources experience and works hard to create a stimulating environment where everyone can thrive. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Université de Montréal and extensive leadership experience at several large manufacturing companies.
She is a seasoned human resources manager known for her ability to build connections between individuals and teams, add value on a daily basis and create an enjoyable and collaborative work environment.In addition to her professional duties, Isabelle sits on the board of the Fondation de l'Office municipal d'habitation de Montréal.
Jean-Daniel Lamy is appointed partner
De Grandpré Chait is proud to announce Jean-Daniel Lamy's appointment as partner. Member of our Municipal Law Team since 2016, he had first started with the firm as ...
Montréal, June 16, 2022 - De Grandpré Chait is proud to announce that the two co-leaders of its construction law sector ...
Judith Cohen is known for the breadth of her knowledge and the judicious advice she provides to her clients.
Over her career, with her versatile and multidisciplinary practice, Judith has advised a wide range of clients in family and divorce matters, estate disputes and real estate matters. She has become a seasoned lawyer having represented clients before the Court of Quebec, Superior court and Court of appeal. She also represents real estate owners in property and tenant disputes both in civil court and in residential matters before the Tribunal administratif du logement.
Judith is committed to furthering her profession and community and is a member of the Lord Reading Law Society. She also sits on the board of directors of the Environmental Health Association of Québec.
Judith Cohen is known for the breadth of her knowledge and the judicious advice she provides to her clients.
Over her career, with her versatile and multidisciplinary practice, Judith has advised a wide range of clients in family and divorce matters, estate disputes and real estate matters. She has become a seasoned lawyer having represented clients before the Court of Quebec, Superior court and Court of appeal. She also represents real estate owners in property and tenant disputes both in civil court and in residential matters before the Tribunal administratif du logement.
Judith is committed to furthering her profession and community and is a member of the Lord Reading Law Society. She also sits on the board of directors of the Environmental Health Association of Québec.
Legal assistant Judy-Ann Mitchell-Turgeon 514.878.4580 jamitchellturgeon@dgchait.com
Montréal, November 29, 2021 - De Grandpré Chait is pleased to announce the addition of family law services to its firm. Following the arrival of lawyers from GWBR last August,...
Job Titles:
- Partner
- Keynote Speaker at the CPTA 's Legal and Asset Valuation Seminar
Seasoned litigator Marc Beauchemin is a key player on Montréal's municipal and legal scene.
As Chair of De Grandpré Chait's Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Marc plays a central role within the firm. His legal practice has two foci. In his first area of practice, municipal law, he represents the private interests of his clients, particularly major property owners, in the context of real estate developments throughout Québec. He and his specialized team handle complex public law and zoning litigation cases and frequently negotiate agreements pertaining to these issues with public authorities.
Marc also maintains a highly sophisticated major litigation practice, which covers class action suits. His resounding victory before the Québec Court of Appeal in the largest class action suit in Canadian legal history (a case involving the Québec Council on Tobacco and Health and the three major Canadian cigarette manufacturers) has established Marc as an authority in this field.Marc has extensive experience and an impressive track record in all areas of his practice.
He has pleaded before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court and, on more than fifty occasions, the Québec Court of Appeal, where he has represented governments, major Canadian companies, important real estate developers, national interest groups, etc. Marc wields this vast skill and expertise to defend his clients' interests before all public authorities.
Seasoned litigator Marc Beauchemin is a key player on Montréal's municipal and legal scene.
As Chair of De Grandpré Chait's Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Marc plays a central role within the firm. His legal practice has two foci. In his first area of practice, municipal law, he represents the private interests of his clients, particularly major property owners, in the context of real estate developments throughout Québec. He and his specialized team handle complex public law and zoning litigation cases and frequently negotiate agreements pertaining to these issues with public authorities.
Marc also maintains a highly sophisticated major litigation practice, which covers class action suits. His resounding victory before the Québec Court of Appeal in the largest class action suit in Canadian legal history (a case involving the Québec Council on Tobacco and Health and the three major Canadian cigarette manufacturers) has established Marc as an authority in this field.Marc has extensive experience and an impressive track record in all areas of his practice.
He has pleaded before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court and, on more than fifty occasions, the Québec Court of Appeal, where he has represented governments, major Canadian companies, important real estate developers, national interest groups, etc. Marc wields this vast skill and expertise to defend his clients' interests before all public authorities.
Montréal, March 13, 2020 - Marc Beauchemin, lawyer specialized in municipal law and expropriation, had the opportunity to participate as keynot...
Martin Daniel is a tax lawyer with extensive experience in domestic and foreign corporate acquisitions and reorganizations. He bases his approach on asset optimization and tax risk and impact reduction, and focuses on implementing effective solutions tailored to his clients' needs.
Martin Daniel has a solid background in personal and estate tax planning, trusts and partnerships. He helps businesses achieve their growth objectives by easing their tax burdens, ensuring legal compliance and implementing structures that can carry them through generations.
Corporate taxation holds no secrets for Martin Daniel Boily.
Martin Daniel is a tax lawyer with extensive experience in domestic and foreign corporate acquisitions and reorganizations. He bases his approach on asset optimization and tax risk and impact reduction, and focuses on implementing effective solutions tailored to his clients' needs.
Martin Daniel has a solid background in personal and estate tax planning, trusts and partnerships. He helps businesses achieve their growth objectives by easing their tax burdens, ensuring legal compliance and implementing structures that can carry them through generations.
Serving a wide range of business clients, Matthew Bilmes is an authority on tax and estate planning matters.
Matthew Maloley provides clients with straightforward solutions and first-rate guidance.
Michel G. Beaudin has his finger on the pulse of the market.
Michel practices in securities and corporate finance, with a focus on public offerings. He represents promoters and contractors looking to raise funds through flotation and helps reporting issuers fulfill their continuous disclosure obligations when they issue securities. He represents issuers and subscribers alike in the context of private offerings with Québec companies and provides legal advice on securities offerings to Quebec investors by issuers outside the province. Michel is a legend on our team.
His achievements include helping to build the first capital pool company in Quebec. He is well versed in TSX Venture Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange policies, has a keen understanding of public financing through equity and structured products like investment trusts, and is one of the few lawyers in the province with experience establishing real estate investment trusts (REITs).
Michel G. Beaudin has his finger on the pulse of the market.
Michel practices in securities and corporate finance, with a focus on public offerings. He represents promoters and contractors looking to raise funds through flotation and helps reporting issuers fulfill their continuous disclosure obligations when they issue securities. He represents issuers and subscribers alike in the context of private offerings with Québec companies and provides legal advice on securities offerings to Quebec investors by issuers outside the province. Michel is a legend on our team.
His achievements include helping to build the first capital pool company in Quebec. He is well versed in TSX Venture Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange policies, has a keen understanding of public financing through equity and structured products like investment trusts, and is one of the few lawyers in the province with experience establishing real estate investment trusts (REITs).
Job Titles:
- TRADER Corporation, the Leading Digital Player for the Canadian Automotive Sector, Has Just Acquired DealerBreacher, an.
Montreal, June 5, 2018 - TRADER Corporation, the leading digital player for the Canadian automotive sector, has just acquired DealerBreacher, an...
Montréal, November 26, 2020 - On November 29th, our partners, Aubie J. Herscovitch and Piero Biasini, will participate in the Real Estate Conference organized by the Concordia R...
Nathalie is a paralegal on the collection team. She represents financial and banking institutions and assists lawyers with mortgage recovery, unsecured debt recovery and real estate sales.