Atty. Gary Rivard
Gary Rivard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law. Gary, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2025.
Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law Attorney · Serving Montreal, QC
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About Gary Rivard at a Glance
Gary Rivard is a bankruptcy attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practicing at BCF. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law (2026). Serves clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Rivard
- Gary Rivard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law
- Gary, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2025
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Gary Rivard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Rivard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Montreal.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Montreal
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Gary Rivard is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Quebec →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Montreal
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 venue, 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.
Montreal Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Montreal-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Montreal Choose Gary Rivard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gary Rivard's practice in the field of bankruptcy.
Focused Bankruptcy Practice
Concentrating on bankruptcy means Gary Rivard's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Montreal
A Montreal-based practice means Gary Rivard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gary Rivard Handles in Montreal
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gary Rivard has experience with under Quebec law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gary Rivard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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