Atty. Yves Carignan
Mtre Carignan has been working in general liability and insurance law for over 30 years. He is an experienced litigator and negotiator and holds the title of certified mediator, which is recognized by the Barreau du Québec.
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Yves Carignan is a insurance attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practicing at DWF LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Quebec, Barreau du Quebec (1992). Educated at Universite de Sherbrooke (—, 2000) and Ottawa University (—, 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in Canada (2026). Serands clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mtre Carignan has been working in general liability and insurance law for over 30 years
- He is an experienced litigator and negotiator and holds the title of certified mediator, which is recognized by the Barreau du Québec
- He acts mainly for insurers in all manner of liability disputes, and handles disciplinary matters, defending claim adjusters and brokers before various disciplinary committees
- He became a certified mediator in 2019
- He approaches delicate and complex disputes with exceptional humanity and professionalism
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Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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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 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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