Atty. Yaël Lachkar
Yaël Lachkar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Yaël, who practices law in Westmount, Quebec, has been recognized since 2026.
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Yaël Lachkar is a family law attorney based in Westmount, Quebec, practicing at Lachkar Lalande. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Quebec, Barreau du Québec (2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serands clients in Westmount, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Yaël Lachkar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law
- Yaël, who practices law in Westmount, Quebec, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Yaël is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Yaël Lachkar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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 Westmount 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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