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Real estate law

Real estate law

From real estate transactions to lease drafting, legal support for all your construction projects, or representation in litigation, our lawyers are available to provide you with personalized advice.

turnkey legal services

Our deep knowledge and experience in real estate law will allow you to successfully complete your real estate projects with complete peace of mind.

Our services in

Real estate law

  • Commercial leases
  • Real estate litigation
  • Servitudes
  • Transfer of titles
  • Enforcement of warranties
  • Advice and support in real estate development projects

At your service

Ms. Rafik M. Bentabbel
Lawyer

A member of the Bar since 2019, Rafik practices as a lawyer in civil and commercial litigation, specializing in construction and real estate law. He began practicing independently before joining the BPA team in 2021.

As part of his practice, Rafik represents clients before several civil courts, including the Quebec Court of Appeal, as well as before arbitral tribunals.

Outside of his practice, Rafik is very involved in his community and has served on several boards of directors for political parties, businesses, and non-profit organizations.

He currently serves as a board member of the Montreal Association of Commercial Development Companies (ASDCM).

2019 Bar

Law graduate from the University of Quebec in Montreal (L.L.B.)

Areas of expertise
  • Construction Law
  • Legal Construction Hypothecs
  • Civil / Commercial Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Corporate Law
  • Suretyships
  • Contracts (Analysis and Drafting)
Legal assistant
Personal interests
Ms. Rafik M. Bentabbel
Lawyer
Me Jean-Raymond Paradis
Lawyer

Since 2006, Jean-Raymond has been practicing exclusively in construction law in private practice. His work allows him to advise and represent clients before the courts, including general and specialized contractors, project owners, individuals, and administrators of warranty plans. His experience in construction law led him to serve as the Director of the Legal Department at Qualité Habitation from 2013 to 2015.

He also acts as a speaker on various topics related to construction law, such as obligations under the Civil Code, suretyships, costs for delays, contractor liability, interpretation of CCDC contracts, regulations on warranty plans for developers and general contractors, as well as the legal training required to obtain a contractor’s license from the RBQ for members of regional ACQs.

His pragmatic approach and ability to make legal concepts accessible to his clients enable him to build strong relationships of trust.

Bar 2006

Law graduate from the University of Montreal (L.L.B.)

Areas of expertise
  • Arbitration
  • Construction Law
  • Legal Construction Hypothecs
  • Civil Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Warranty Plans for New Residential Buildings
  • Latent Defects
Legal assistant
Personal interests
Me Jean-Raymond Paradis
Lawyer
Me Pierre Viau
Lawyer

A lawyer at our Montreal office, Pierre practices civil litigation and has over 38 years of experience and expertise in construction law. Throughout these years, he has represented and advised subcontractors and general contractors on legal construction hypothecs, suretyships, and claims for additional work.

Pierre is valued for his collaborative approach with clients, working to find solutions and avoid litigation whenever possible.

Bar 1987

Law graduate from the University of Sherbrooke (L.L.B.)

Areas of expertise
  • Construction Law
  • Legal Construction Hypothecs
  • Suretyships
  • Contracts (Analysis and Drafting)
  • Real Estate Law
Legal assistant
Personal interests

Pierre is interested in activities in the mountains and at sea and is interested in the economy and international politics.

Me Pierre Viau
Lawyer

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