Lawyer Profile
Patrick Lapierre
Montréal, Québec
Overview
Patrick's practice includes complex commercial and civil litigation, government and regulatory investigations, compliance and administrative law cases.
Patrick advises national and multinational clients in the context of investigations and enforcement matters, regulatory compliance issues, government procurement matters and other public-sector laws, such as lobbying, gifting rules, conflict of interest regimes and access to information disclosures. He also assists clients with investigations and recovery efforts relating to fraud, cyberattacks and data breaches matters.
Patrick advises clients operating in highly regulated industries, including banking and financial services, aviation and rail transportation, life sciences, medical technologies, gaming, construction, real estate and international trade.
Prior to joining Blakes, Patrick developed solid professional experience within the federal government, notably with the Canada Border Services Agency. His academic path led him to pursue his studies in Tunisia, at the University of Tunis El Manar, as well as conduct research in Lebanon in association with the University of Balamand.
Defended the interests of a major developer and operator of destination resorts against various multimillion-dollar suits relating to alleged construction deficiencies and defects and alleged damages suffered by a guest at one of the client's resorts
Advised and represented the interests of a developer against various multimillion-dollar suits alleging construction deficiencies and defects
Defended a multinational construction material manufacturer in a multimillion-dollar claim alleging misrepresentations and product defects
Defended a Canadian bank against various claims from customers alleging fault in handling the commercial accounts of its clients
Practice Areas
Bar Information
Called to the bar: 2014 (QC)