Jean-Christophe Martel

Eva Wu

Rosalie Rioux-Massé

Gabrielle Ross

Laurent Crépeau

Joshua Bouzaglou

Marie-Louise Delisle

Charbel G. Abi-Saad

Hon. Clément Gascon, Ad. E.

Matthias Heilke

Bogdan-Alexandru Dobrota

Justina Di Fazio

Joshua Crowe

Marc-Antoine Côté

Marie-Pier Cloutier

Bogdan Catanu

Olivier Archambault-Lafond

Alexandre Baril-Furino

Eric Bédard

Adam Jeffrey Beauregard

Marie-Hélène Beaudoin

Carolan Villeneuve

Cara Cameron

Richard Vachon

Émilie St-Pierre

Laurence Ste-Marie

Louis Seveno

Sylvain Rigaud

Arielle Reeves-Breton

Sebastian L. Pyzik

Mélissa Lewandowski

Emmanuelle Lanctôt

Dina Prokic

Simon-Alexandre Poitras

Emily Martin

Lara Itani

Hon. Joseph R. Nuss, C.M., K.C./C.R., Ad.E., FCIArb

Érika Normand-Couture

Basma El Farouk

Aliya Behar

Hanife Masoomifar

Jennifer Price

Alexandra Fabre

Omar El Baba

Sandrina Domingues

James A. Woods, Ad.E.

Catherine Couture

Silvie Gagné

Sylvain A. Vauclair

Stephen L. Drymer

Looking to join one of the most renowned teams of litigators? Then get to know us.

By choosing Woods, you are joining one of the leading teams of litigators in Quebec and Canada. Our ranks include some of the most renowned litigators and former members of the judiciary, such as the Honourable Clément Gascon, former Judge of the Supreme Court of Canada, and the Honourable Joseph R. Nuss, former Judge of the Quebec Court of Appeal. Clients trust us to handle their most challenging and demanding cases. We strive to select the most competent talents to meet their expectations with the utmost efficiency.
Woods handles disputes of all sizes, all of which share one thing, complexity. Our corporate culture is strongly rooted in a founding principle: a top litigator should be able to lead any litigation, regardless of the nature of the challenges posed. Our excellence and expertise have led us to act in some of the largest cases in Quebec.
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The Globe and Mail and Statista rank Woods among the 200 most recommended firms in Canada in all categories and among the top 10 for dispute resolution: the only litigation boutique in Quebec to achieve this distinction.
Woods&#8217; reputation is well established, and each year we receive prestigious awards that demonstrate the expertise and depth of our team.
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A culture of high standards in litigation

Lawyers have a duty to adapt with creativity and rigor to a constantly changing legal environment. Mindful of this reality, our firm has implemented a committee dedicated to professional development that fosters the transmission of knowledge. You will thus have access to:
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<li>A knowledge-sharing program to update, improve and deepen your professional skills in an open exchange context,</li>
<li>Active involvement of senior members in the acquisition of advocacy skills and practice in general,</li>
<li>Interventions by professionals from outside the firm,</li>
<li>Facilitated access to conferences and seminars,</li>
<li>A mentoring program to support each individual in his or her development.</li>
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You will also find that litigation is not practiced in silos at Woods. Both partners and associates are available to answer your questions and offer the benefit of their many years of courtroom experience. All the elements are in place to ensure that every day is a learning experience to achieve the highest level of competence throughout your career.

A proven approach to learning

Woods&#8217; success stems from the dedication of an entire team. This team is composed not only of lawyers, but also of paralegals and administrative staff, who collaborate effectively to offer superior client service. Complementarity is an undeniable factor in our success. The members of our administrative team are involved in stimulating files and participate in the management of the firm in various fields, such as document management, accounting, human resources and marketing.
Since our inception, we have cultivated a non-hierarchical atmosphere where everyone enjoys working with others. This team spirit is reflected in our day-to-day work: at Woods, you will appreciate the friendliness of the workplace, the simplicity of contact between colleagues, not to mention the events that bring us together and allow us to cultivate this feeling of belonging.
We do everything we can to ensure everyone finds their place, evolves in a stimulating environment and reaches their full potential.

A close-knit team

Practicing litigation requires dedication. One of our priorities is to support you and make you feel cared for daily. We have created a Wellness Committee that organizes regular discussions with all team members and puts forward various initiatives to meet their needs. We aim to provide you with the keys to balancing a busy work schedule with moments that allow you to fully recover.
At Woods, there are no barriers: friendliness and open-mindedness are values we hold dear. We are convinced that talent from different backgrounds and horizons play a significant role in shaping our identity. By joining our team, you will be part of a diverse group where each member is unique and where kindness towards others is paramount.

An environment promoting well-being and diversity

Your career at Woods

Litigation Lawyer (3-8 years experience)

Legal Assistant

Open positions 

<a href="tel:+1 (514) 370-2698">T. +1 514 370.2698</a>
<a href="mailto:ecouture@woods.qc.ca">ecouture@woods.qc.ca</a>

Recruitment head for lawyers/students

Érika Normand-Couture, Lawyer

<a href="tel:+1 (438) 531-7921">T. +1 438.531.7921</a>
<a href="mailto:aprovost@woods.qc.ca">aprovost@woods.qc.ca</a>

Recruitment contact for paralegal and administrative support

Amélie Provost, Human Resources Director

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 For your articling, be a part of one of the premiere litigation boutiques in Montreal

Our trial-tested experience is as diverse as the legal issues facing the business world. Regardless of the forum and phase of litigation, our clients&#8217; interests come first.

Litigation

Our seasoned litigators act as counsel in complex domestic and commercial arbitrations. In addition, Woods boasts some of the most renowned arbitrators and is one of the only full-time international arbitration practices in Canada.

Arbitration

We have contributed to some of the leading insolvency cases in Quebec and Canada. Our professionals are among the most respected in this specialized field, earning recognition for the results they have achieved before the courts.

Insolvency

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Legal 500 Canada 2025 Edition – Top Recognition in Quebec Dispute Resolution

Woods named one of Canada’s top law firms in Best Lawyers’ inaugural Best Law Firms ranking

Alexandra Fabre and Omar El Baba, new lawyers at Woods