Overview

Providing practical, business-minded advice, Richard is sought after for his innovative solutions on complex projects and transactions.
Richard is a Co-Leader of our National Business Law Group, and a also partner in our Banking & Financial Services, Energy and Projects groups. Recognized for his extensive knowledge and comprehensive, solutions-oriented approach, his practice is focused on corporate and regulatory matters, particularly in the energy, mining, infrastructure, technology and agribusiness sectors.
Richard works with a broad range of clients from different industry groups and regularly advises banks, insurance companies, pension funds and other financial institutions, in addition to borrowers working to develop and finance projects in the energy, natural resource and infrastructure sectors. Clients appreciate his commitment to understanding their business, his attentiveness, and his ability to leverage his industry knowledge to deliver strategic advice and creative solutions.
A member of the firm’s Professional Resources Committee, Richard participates in mentorship opportunities and is recognized for his ability to serve as a sounding board for a range of issues. Additionally, he is actively involved with the Marie‑Vincent Foundation in Montréal.
Richard obtained his integrated bachelor’s degree in civil law and common law (B.C.L./LL.B.) from McGill University in 1998. He also studied at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia.
Highly Regarded: Banking, Project Finance, Energy, Social Infrastructure, Natural Resources
Leading Lawyer: Asset Securitization; Asset-Based Lending; Banking & Financial Institutions; Energy (Electricity); Infrastructure Law; Project Finance
Leading Lawyer: Banking & Financial Institutions, Project Finance
Lawyer of the Year: Banking and Finance Law (Montréal)

Practice Areas

• Administrative Law
• Corporate Law
• Banking/Finance
• Securities
• Corporate & Commercial Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2000 (QC)