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Civil and commercial litigation

Civil and commercial litigation

We offer an approach focused on the client's needs. From negotiation to settlement, including representation before all types of courts, we provide our clients with tailored support to offer them the best option.

turnkey legal services

Whether it's for contractual disputes, commercial conflicts, or more complex litigation, we offer tailored support.

Our services in

Civil and commercial litigation

  • Representation before various courts:
    • Court of Quebec
    • Superior Court
    • Court of Appeal
    • Quebec Building Authority (RBQ)
    • Arbitral Tribunals (Warranty Plan)
    • Quebec Construction Commission (CCQ)
    • Administrative Labor Court (Construction Division)

At your service

Me Daniel Crease
Avocat

Having joined the Bélanger Paradis team in August 2025 to complete his professional internship, Daniel is now pursuing his career as a lawyer with the firm. Working out of our Boucherville office, his practice focused primarily on construction law, real estate law, and commercial litigation. He supports a diverse clientele, consisting mainly of contractors and developers, as well as individuals.

Within the scope of his mandates, he actively participates in developing litigation strategies and represents our clients’ interests before the courts.

2026

Graduate in Law from the 'Université de Montréal (L.L.B.)

Areas of expertise
  • Construction Law
  • Legal Construction Hypothecs
  • Civil and Commercial Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Contracts (Analysis and Drafting)

Legal assistant
Personal interests
Me Daniel Crease
Avocat
Me Jean-François Cliche
Avocat

A member of the Quebec Bar since 1986, Jean-François has nearly 40 years of experience in the legal field. In his practice, Jean-François specializes primarily in construction law. He rigorously and determinedly supports a diverse clientele, representing project owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers alike.

Jean-François also possesses extensive experience in civil and commercial litigation, as well as insurance law. He is a trial lawyer recognized for his confidence and persuasiveness, having brilliantly pleaded before all common law courts throughout his career.

Having taught at the École du Barreau (Quebec Bar School) for nearly 16 years, Jean-François has developed a long-standing interest in legal education and popularizing the law.

1986

Graduate in Law from the Université du Québec (L.L.B.)

Areas of expertise

Droit de la construction

Litige civil et commercial

Litige immobilier

Contrat (analyse et recherche)

Legal assistant
Personal interests

Au fil des saisons, Jean-François s'adonne au jogging. En saison estivale, il privilégie la natation et en période hivernale, il pratique le ski de fond ainsi que le ski alpin.

Me Jean-François Cliche
Avocat
Me Mathieu Préfontaine
Lawyer

Mathieu joined the BPA team in 2019 after completing his articling there.

He practices civil litigation, primarily in construction law. Having worked in the construction industry for several years before pursuing his legal studies, his interest in this field developed naturally.

Mathieu advises and represents various industry stakeholders, including developers, contractors, and material suppliers.

In this capacity, he regularly pleads before Quebec’s civil courts, both at the trial and appellate levels. He also represents clients before administrative and arbitration tribunals.

Alongside his practice, Mathieu serves as a trainer for future entrepreneurs seeking to obtain a license issued by the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.

Mathieu is distinguished by his diligence, availability, and the human-centered approach that defines his practice.

2019 Bar

Law graduate from the University of Ottawa (LL.L.)

Areas of expertise
  • Arbitration
  • Construction Law
  • Legal Construction Hypothecs
  • Civil Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Warranty Plans for New Residential Buildings
  • Contracts (Analysis and Drafting)
  • Latent Defects / Construction Defects
Legal assistant
Lydia Leduc Perron
leducl@belanger-paradis.com
Personal interests

Mathieu is the proud father of a little girl. Despite the great importance he attaches to his professional life, his family is his greatest pride and the precious moments he spends with them allow him to recharge his batteries.

Me Mathieu Préfontaine
Lawyer

How can we help you?

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