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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 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
Me Patrick France
Lawyer

Patrick joined the Bélanger Paradis team as an articling intern in April 2024 and later as a lawyer. Before embarking on his legal career, Patrick studied business administration at Concordia University, where he developed a curiosity and interest in the legal field.

A lawyer at the Boucherville office, Patrick primarily focuses his practice on construction law, real estate law, and commercial litigation. He advises individuals, SMEs, and large companies, with a particular interest in contracts and legal drafting. As part of his practice, Patrick also participates in the preparation of litigation cases and represents clients before civil courts.

2024

Law graduate from the University of Sherbrooke (Common Law and Transnational Law program) (L.L.B.)

Areas of expertise
  • Construction Law
  • Legal Construction Hypothecs
  • Civil and Commercial Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Contracts (Analysis and Drafting)
Legal assistant
Lydia Leduc Perron
leducl@belanger-paradis.com
Personal interests

A great foodie, Patrick loves to cook in his free time and is always looking for new dishes when he travels. A sports fan, he also practices various outdoor activities, such as biking and skiing.

Me Patrick France
Lawyer
Ms. Sara Eddhima-Auclair
Lawyer

Sara joined the BPA team in 2021. Since 2023, she has also been teaching RBQ licensing courses for the Quebec Construction Association. She primarily practices in civil and commercial litigation as well as construction law.

Sara handles cases involving servitudes, encroachments, and acquisitive prescription to regularize property titles according to her clients' needs. She assists contractors, subcontractors, and individuals with debt recovery, legal construction hypothecs, latent defects, construction defects, and poor workmanship, always acting in her clients' best interests.

As part of her practice, she represents clients before administrative and civil courts.

Sara is known for her negotiation skills, diligence, attentiveness, and tenacity. She frequently resolves cases through out-of-court settlements while effectively leveraging her combative approach to serve her clients.

Bar 2020

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
  • Latent Defects / Construction Defects
Legal assistant
Lydia Leduc Perron
leducl@belanger-paradis.com
Personal interests

A lover of the arts, political news and gastronomy, Sara is also interested in the stock market and real estate. She collects Scotch tape, and enjoys cycling and hiking.

Ms. Sara Eddhima-Auclair
Lawyer

How can we help you?

We listen to your needs. We will be happy to advise and guide you according to your particular situation.