Atty. Raphaël Lescop
Raphaël represents a variety of clients, including several large companies and municipalities before courts and administrative tribunals at all levels. He has conducted several long-term trials and is thus very familiar with managing voluminous files.
Administrative and Public Law & More Attorney · Serving Montreal, QC · 25+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Raphaël Lescop at a Glance
Raphaël Lescop is a business, class action, litigation, and government attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practicing at IMK s.e.n.c.r.l/LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Quebec (2001). Educated at University of Montreal (LL.M., 2001) and University of Montreal (LL.B., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Raphaël Lescop
- Raphaël represents a variety of clients, including several large companies and municipalities before courts and administrative tribunals at all levels
- He has conducted several long-term trials and is thus very familiar with managing voluminous files
- He is a recognized author and lecturer, particularly on issues related to abuse of process
- His texts are frequently cited by the courts
- He joined IMK in 2015 after practicing for 15 years with a national firm, where he developed an important practice in commercial law, administrative law and class actions
- He has a Master’s degree in administrative law and has taught this subject in Bar School
Practice Areas Explained
Raphaël Lescop's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Raphaël Lescop handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Montreal.
Business & Corporate Law in Montreal
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Montreal
Raphaël Lescop is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Quebec →
Civil Litigation in Montreal
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Raphaël Lescop is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Quebec →
Government & Administrative Law in Montreal
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 Raphaël Lescop
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 Raphaël Lescop's practice in the field of business, class action, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Raphaël Lescop brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and litigation, Raphaël Lescop can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Montreal
A Montreal-based practice means Raphaël Lescop 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 Raphaël Lescop Handles in Montreal
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Raphaël Lescop 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 Raphaël Lescop directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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