Liability of corporate directors and officers in Quebec In 2026, directors and officers of Quebec companies are facing an increasingly demanding legal environment. The personal liability of directors is no longer a theoretical threat — it is a concrete reality that is manifested in a growing number of disputes before the civil courts of Quebec. […]

Injunction in Quebec Civil Law: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Rights in an Emergency The injunction is one of the most powerful remedies in Quebec civil law. It allows for a quick court order requiring a party to do or stop doing something, often before the merits of the dispute are even decided. For […]

Commercial Lease Disputes in Montreal: Rights, Remedies and Strategies The commercial lease is at the heart of the relationship between landlords and tenants of commercial spaces in Quebec. In 2026, real estate pressure in Montreal, combined with the persistent economic consequences of recent years, is fueling a growing volume of litigation between commercial owners and […]

Non-competition clause in Quebec in 2026: validity, limits and remedies The non-competition clause is one of the most frequently used — and misunderstood — contractual mechanisms in employment relationships in Quebec. In 2026, Quebec courts continue to scrutinize these clauses rigorously, and employers who rely on vague or excessive wording are exposed to unfavourable decisions. […]

Construction Litigation in Montreal: How a Civil Lawyer Protects Homeowners in a Tight Market Residential construction has been undergoing a profound transformation for several years. The spectacular increase in the amounts invested, the increasing complexity of projects and the cumbersome regulations have profoundly changed the profile of the disputes faced by owners. Where construction conflicts […]

EFFECTIVE CONTROL: WHEN YOUR CORPORATION NO LONGER PROTECTS YOU You are the sole or majority shareholder of a corporation. You sign all contracts, approve all expenses, determine the strategy. For partners, customers and suppliers, you embody the company. This total steering power gives you flexibility and autonomy. But in law, this degree of control can […]

EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT – YOUR EMPLOYER OWES YOU MORE THAN YOU OWE You are a young employee and you are highly productive at work. Since you graduated from college, you’ve been getting promotion after promotion, and your bosses love you . We talk about salary, but not about duration. You are frequently approached by recruiters. These […]

RESPONDING BEFORE THE CRISIS: THE IMPORTANCE OF A PROACTIVE INTERNAL INVESTIGATION What to expect during an internal investigation The internal investigation is a strategic instrument of governance and risk management. In a corporate or non-profit environment, it makes it possible to identify and correct compliance gaps, before they degenerate into a public crisis or government […]

SHAREHOLDERS’ AGREEMENT: THE CONTRACT THAT PROTECTS THE FUTURE OF YOUR COMPANY When several people hold the shares of the same company, it is essential to ensure predictability in shareholder relations. A shareholders’ agreement provides a framework for internal relations between shareholders, aimed at preventing conflicts and uncertainty by dealing with governance, control, succession and the […]