Atty. Guy Gilain
Guy Gilain has a specialized practice in construction law with considerable experience in litigation and contractual issues. His clients include public and private companies, general and specialized contractors, and equipment suppliers.
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Guy Gilain is an attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practforg at Miller Thomson LLP. They haand 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Quebec (1985). Educated at University of Montreal (—, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Canada – Litigation Star: Construction (2020) (2026). Serands clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Guy Gilain has a specialized practice in construction law with considerable experience in litigation and contractual issues
- His clients include public and private companies, general and specialized contractors, and equipment suppliers
- He also represents national and multinational companies as well as various construction industry associations
- Guy has earned a solid reputation as a seasoned litigator with respect to lengthy litigious construction matters
- Guy provides advice on the full scope of issues regarding construction contracts, whether related to negotiating, drafting, handling claims, expense management, or administrative management matters (such as construction permits) for all types of construction projects
- He has experience with major civic works, commercial and industrial buildings, residential complexes, and infrastructure projects
- Guy has represented clients in the resolution of serious disputes through mediation or arbitration, and has occasionally acted as an arbitrator and a mediator
- Guy's practice in Construction is recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada (2012-2023) and named Lawyer of the Year in 2022, Benchmark Canada (2020- 2021), and Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory (2016-2022)
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Quebec
Practforg law in Quebec. Legal matters in Quebec are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Montreal are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Quebec state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Quebec brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Quebec courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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