Overview

Originally from Témiscamingue, Bernard Barrette joined Cain Lamarre in 2014. He has been practising in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region since 1981 and focuses his practice on the following areas: account collection, banking law and realization of guarantees, financing and venture capital, and construction law. He has also been an accredited mediator in civil and commercial matters since 2021, and is an accredited mediator for the Autorité des marchés financiers.

Bernard Barrette has been very active in Rouyn-Noranda’s business community, namely with the Chambre de commerce et d’industrie de Rouyn-Noranda, of which he was previously the chair. He received the Prix Marcel-Baril in 1992, which honours a director who has distinguished him or herself through unflagging commitment, tenacity and efficiency as well as dedication to the activities of the Chambre de commerce et d’industrie de Rouyn-Noranda. In 2014, he received the Edmund Horne Award, which recognizes an individual as a pioneer who has shown boldness, tenacity, great vision in his or her achievements, or ongoing commitment on an exceptional level.

Mr. Barrette graduated with a degree in Law from the University of Ottawa. He served for 40 years on the board of directors of the Corporation de la bibliothèque municipale de Rouyn-Noranda as director and chair, and in 2010, he agreed to chair the Rouyn-Noranda, ville culturelle du Canada 2012 (Rouyn-Noranda, Cultural Capital of Canada 2012) committee. He continues to contribute to the legal and community life of his region, consistently demonstrating his efficiency, dedication and determination.

Cain Lamarre’s approach to business law is built on a foundation of strong relationships with leaders of companies and institutions of all sizes, throughout Quebec. The firm’s team of renowned, multidisciplinary experts offers pragmatic legal solutions tailored to the regions and sectors in which its clients operate. Our in-depth understanding of business issues, combined with a mastery of complex legal frameworks, make us a trusted partner to support companies in their growth, governance and strategic transactions.

It can be difficult to navigate the reputational, financial and sometimes emotional risks involved in litigation. Cain Lamarre is known for its thorough, pragmatic approach to these issues, backed by experienced lawyers, mediators, arbitrators and even former judges.

Practice Areas

• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Municipal Law
• Commercial Law
• Construction Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1981 (QC)

Professional Details