Atty. François Lefebvre
A founding member of BCF’s Québec City office, François Lefebvre has successfully assisted many Québec businesses through every stage of their growth and has been an advisor to several major financial institutions. His proven expertise in commercial and banking law has enabled him to advise clients in various sectors, from technology to digital commerce, including real estate, manufacturing, industrial and banking.
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About François Lefebvre at a glance
François Lefebvre is a business attorney based in Quebec, Quebec, practicing at BCF. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026). Serands clients in Quebec, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- A founding member of BCF’s Québec City office, François Lefebvre has successfully assisted many Québec businesses through every stage of their growth and has been an advisor to several major financial institutions
- His proven expertise in commercial and banking law has enabled him to advise clients in various sectors, from technology to digital commerce, including real estate, manufacturing, industrial and banking
- Over the years, François has participated in negotiating and completing numerous purchase and sale transactions among Québec businesses and foreign buyers
- As a business advisor to his clients, he helps identify important issues and guides them in completing their transactions
- In this context, he has developed specific business succession expertise and has implemented several employee profit-sharing plans, such as stock option plans
- In addition, he regularly sets up shareholders' agreements, general or limited partnership agreements, distribution agreements, commercial leases, service agreements, and more
- In the banking sector, he regularly works on traditional, construction and subordinated financing transactions
- François is an excellent educator and often gives conference to entrepreneurs and business stakeholders
- He is involved with the entrepreneurial support organizations for more than 25 years
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 Quebec 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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