Bélanger Paradis Avocats

Since 2006, Jean-Raymond has worked in private practice exclusively in construction law. His practice allows him to advise and represent before the courts, both general and specialized contractors as well as project owners, individuals and warranty plan administrators. His experience in construction law allowed him to occupy the position of director of the legal department of Qualité Habitation from 2013 to 2015.

He also acts as a speaker on several topics related to construction law. Whether it is on obligations under the Civil Code, bonds, late fees, the liability of contractors, the interpretation of CCDC contracts, the regulation on the guarantee plan for developers and general contractors as well as the training necessary to obtain an entrepreneur's license from the RBQ for the legal aspects for members of regional ACQ.

His pragmatic approach and his ability to make legal aspects accessible to his client allow him to establish a relationship of trust.

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Since the beginning of his career, Hugo has practiced exclusively in construction law, real estate law and civil and commercial litigation. Being also an accredited civil and commercial mediator, he is recognized for his skills in negotiating and disseminating information to his clientele of general and specialized contractors, real estate developers as well as private lenders.

He is also a trainer accredited by the Quebec Construction Association (ACQ) by providing courses to obtain general and/or specialized contractor licenses from the Régie du Bâtiment du Québec (RBQ) as well as various training courses related to the construction field.

In collaboration with the Régie du Bâtiment du Québec (RBQ), he participated in writing the updates of the licensing exams.

Hugo also acts as a speaker on various topics related to construction law, in particular with the various regional ACQs, the provincial ACQ and his clients.

A lawyer at our Montreal firm, Pierre practices in civil litigation and has experience and expertise in construction law for over 38 years. For all these years, he has represented and advised subcontractors and general contractors concerning legal construction mortgages, bonds and claims for additional work.

Pierre is appreciated for working collaboratively with his clients in order to find solutions and avoid litigation when possible.

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Mathieu joined the BPA team in 2019, after completing his internship there.

He practices in civil litigation, mainly in construction law. Having worked in the construction industry for several years before beginning his law studies, his interest in this field came naturally to him.

Mathieu advises and represents various players in the industry, including developers, contractors and material suppliers.

To this end, Mathieu regularly pleads before the civil courts of Quebec, both at first instance and on appeal. He also pleads cases before administrative and arbitration courts.

In addition to his practice, Mathieu acts as a trainer for future entrepreneurs who wish to obtain a license issued by the Régie du Bâtiment du Québec.

Mathieu is particularly distinguished by his rigor, his availability and the human approach that characterizes his practice.

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Having previously practiced his practice in the litigation of the administrator of the guarantee plan for new residential buildings, Éric has, in particular, taken care of numerous arbitration processes and cases before civil courts as well as the management of disputes relating to performance bonds in the construction sector.

Previously, he also worked in private practice and for insurance litigation.

Éric represents and advises his clients in cases that can be presented before all judicial authorities that may affect the real estate and construction fields with an approach based on the interests of his clients and proportionality.

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Nancy works mainly in construction law, civil litigation and business law. Having worked for 10 years with various administrators of the guarantee plan for new homes, she has developed expertise in construction law. During these years, Nancy collaborated with a large number of building professionals and experts in the context of cases dealing with various hidden defects and/or construction defects.

She also has extensive experience in commercial and corporate law. She will be able to advise you in the context of setting up, organizing and reorganizing your business. She has also participated in several business sales and stock sales cases.

She has advised and represented several clients both before civil courts and in the context of alternative dispute resolution processes such as arbitration.

Nancy advocates the search for practical and effective solutions to the problems that her clients entrust to her by promoting their collaboration.

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Patrick joined the Bélanger Paradis team as a Barreau intern in April 2024 and then as a lawyer. Before starting his law career, Patrick studied business administration at Concordia University where he developed a curiosity and interest in the legal world.

A lawyer at the Boucherville office, Patrick focuses his practice mainly on construction law, real estate law and commercial litigation. He advises individuals, SMEs and large companies alike, with a particular interest in contracts and legal drafting. As part of his practice, Patrick also participates in the preparation of litigation files and is called upon to make representations before ordinary courts.

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Isabelle is responsible for managing the administrative and financial activities of the firm.

She ensures regulatory compliance and the supervision of the management of contracts with suppliers as well as the accounting of the firm.

Stéphanie ensures the general management of the firm and human resources, but also the coordination of collections and internal processes.

She is responsible for implementing best management practices and continuously improving processes to ensure the quality of legal services provided to clients.

Josée works in collaboration with Me Pierre Viau and Me Rafik Bentabbel.

She works in the Montreal office.

Lydia works in collaboration with Me Mathieu Préfontaine, Me Sara Eddhima Auclair, Me Nancy Nantel and Me Patrick France.

She works in the Boucherville office.

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Marielou works in collaboration with Me Jean-Raymond Paradis, Me Hugo Legault Bélanger and Me Éric Provençal.

She works in the Montreal office.