Atty. Jean Houle

Atty. Jean Houle

Jean Houle, partner, practices labor and employment law since 1975. He has worked with companies of all shapes and sizes in the private, public, and broader public sectors.

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Profile Summary

About Jean Houle at a glance

Jean Houle is a employment, workers comp, and government attorney based in Quebec, Quebec, practicing at Cain Lamarre LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law (2026). Serands clients in Quebec, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jean Houle, partner, practices labor and employment law since 1975
  • He has worked with companies of all shapes and sizes in the private, public, and broader public sectors
  • His clients benefit from his vast litigation experience before administrative and law courts, particularly in occupational health and safety
  • Jean has served as employer spokesperson and strategy and planning counsel during collective bargaining
  • He has also managed medium and long-term human resource planning as well as general labor relations for various businesses
  • He has likewise advised various employers with regard to litigation concerning changes to and termination of pension plans, including ownership of pension surpluses
  • His fields of specialization include: Public Administration (municipal, provincial, federal) - Agriculture and Agrifood - Energy and Natural Resources -* Manufacturing - Forest industry

Practice Areas Explained

Jean Houle's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Jean Houle is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Quebec →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Jean Houle is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Quebec →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Jean Houle is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jean Houle

Where is Jean Houle's law office located?
Jean Houle's law practice is located in Quebec, Quebec. The firm is Cain Lamarre LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jean Houle handle?
Jean Houle focuses on employment, workers comp, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Quebec.
How can I contact Jean Houle for a consultation?
You can contact Jean Houle 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 Jean Houle received?
Jean Houle's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law; Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law; Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law, Québec City (Canada); Lawyer of the Year — Labour and Employment Law, Québec City (Canada).

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law, Québec City (Canada)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Labour and Employment Law, Québec City (Canada)
- 2022

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