Atty. Sylvain A. Vauclair

Atty. Sylvain A. Vauclair

Sylvain A. Vauclair is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy and restructuring.

Montreal Montreal 43 Years Experience 43 year

Profile Summary

About Sylvain A. Vauclair at a glance

Sylvain A. Vauclair is a Partner based in Montreal, Quebec, practicing at Woods LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Québec (1983). Educated at Université de Montréal (Masters, 1986) and Université de Montréal (LL.M. Bachelor, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sylvain A. Vauclair is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy and restructuring
  • Sylvain A. received a degree from Université de Montréal in 1986, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Sylvain A. practices at Woods LLP in Montreal, QC

Practice Areas Explained

Sylvain A. Vauclair's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Sylvain A. Vauclair is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Quebec →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Sylvain A. Vauclair is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sylvain A. Vauclair

Where is Sylvain A. Vauclair's law office located?
Sylvain A. Vauclair's law practice is located in Montreal, Quebec. The firm is Woods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sylvain A. Vauclair handle?
Sylvain A. Vauclair focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Quebec.
How long has Sylvain A. Vauclair practiced law?
Sylvain A. Vauclair has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Sylvain A. Vauclair go to law school?
Sylvain A. Vauclair earned their education at (Masters, 1986); (LL.M. Bachelor, 1982).
How can I contact Sylvain A. Vauclair for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sylvain A. Vauclair received?
Sylvain A. Vauclair's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Masters
Université de Montréal
- 1986
LL.M. Bachelor
Université de Montréal
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Québec
Admitted: 1983

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