Atty. Carl Bélanger

Atty. Carl Bélanger

Carl Bélanger is a partner and market leader in the Business Law and Corporate Law group at the Montreal office. He has extensive experience in Canadian and cross-border transactions, primarily in mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital.

Montreal Montreal 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Carl Bélanger at a glance

Carl Bélanger is a business and m&a attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practicing at Fasken. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Quebec (1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carl Bélanger is a partner and market leader in the Business Law and Corporate Law group at the Montreal office
  • He has extensive experience in Canadian and cross-border transactions, primarily in mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital
  • For over 25 years, Carl has assisted investment funds, international industrial groups, as well as family businesses and entrepreneurs in their development, both in Canada and abroad
  • His experience covers various industry sectors, including healthcare, technology, manufacturing/industrial, and agri-food
  • Carl is a pragmatic lawyer who stands out for his ability to reconcile clients' business objectives with the legal and transactional framework
  • He can provide creative and tailored solutions for clients' strategic and sensitive matters
  • His ability to build relationships and navigate sensitive situations is a valued asset for clients
  • Carl values long-term business relationships with clients and strives to be a true partner

Practice Areas Explained

Carl Bélanger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carl Bélanger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Carl Bélanger is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Quebec →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Quebec

Practicing law in Quebec. Legal matters in Quebec are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carl Bélanger

Where is Carl Bélanger's law office located?
Carl Bélanger's law practice is located in Montreal, Quebec. The firm is Fasken. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl Bélanger handle?
Carl Bélanger focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Quebec.
How long has Carl Bélanger practiced law?
Carl Bélanger has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
How can I contact Carl Bélanger for a consultation?
You can contact Carl Bélanger directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Carl Bélanger received?
Carl Bélanger's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law; Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law, Montréal (Canada).

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law, Montréal (Canada)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Quebec
Admitted: 1998

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