Louis Seveno Appointed as President of the Canadian Bar Association, Quebec Division

Woods is proud to announce the appointment of its Partner, Louis Seveno, as the new President of the Canadian Bar Association – Quebec Division (ABC-Qc) for 2023-2024. The vast experience and leadership skills Louis possesses along with his unwavering commitment to the legal profession make him an asset to the association.

With Louis at the helm, the CBA-Qc aims to continue its tradition of fostering collaboration, advocating for legal reforms, and upholding the rule of law. Louis and the Board will focus on promoting professional development opportunities for lawyers, fostering dialogue between legal practitioners in Quebec and abroad, and engaging with key stakeholders to address emerging legal issues. He aims to amplify the voice of the legal community and ensure that the CBA-Qc remains at the forefront of legal advancements in Canada.

Expressing his gratitude for the opportunity, Louis remarked, “It is an honour to be entrusted with the role of President of the CBA-Qc and to collaborate with our outgoing President, Martine Burelle, our Vice-President, Jonathan Pierre-Étienne, our General Manager, Manon Dulude, and our Board of Directors. I look forward to working with the incredible legal community in Quebec and my counterparts from other provinces and nationally, and driving positive change within our profession. Together, we will strive to enhance the legal landscape, address emerging challenges, and advance the interests of our members.”

Louis’ profile at a glance

Louis Seveno specializes in high-stakes civil and commercial litigation and arbitration. He acts in cases involving Canadian and foreign corporations dealing with local, cross-border or multi-jurisdictional issues. Called to the bars of Quebec, Ontario and New York, he appears before trial and appellate courts, as well as before domestic and international arbitral tribunals.