Atty. Carl Lessard
A versatile labour lawyer, Carl Lessard excels in labour relations and occupational health and safety matters. He also possesses broad expertise applicable to cases involving medical issues.
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About Carl Lessard at a glance
Carl Lessard is an attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practforg at Lavery de Billy LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law, Montréal (Canada) (2024). Serands clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- A versatile labour lawyer, Carl Lessard excels in labour relations and occupational health and safety matters
- He also possesses broad expertise applicable to cases involving medical issues
- Recognized for his mastery of litigation strategy, he orients his approach based on the political and economic issues that are important to his clients
- A skilled communicator, Mr. Lessard is frequently called upon to lecture at conferences on topics of current interest relating to labour law
- Flexible in meeting the needs of his diverse clientele, he is known for his availability and for providing quick and efficient service
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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