Laurence Ste-Marie Recognized as a 2023 Lexpert Rising Star

Woods proudly announces that our partner, Laurence Ste-Marie, has been awarded the prestigious Lexpert Rising Star award last night in Toronto. Lexpert^® Rising Stars: Leading Lawyers Under 40 Awards recognised outstanding achievements, leadership, teamwork, dedication to client satisfaction, and community interests of promising lawyers aged 40 and under in Canada.

With a remarkable career spanning various jurisdictions, Laurence has demonstrated an exceptional ability to navigate and resolve disputes in civil and commercial matters. Admitted to the Quebec, Ontario, and Paris bars, she has successfully represented clients before the Quebec and federal courts, including appearances before the Supreme Court of Canada.

Her expertise has been sought after in international and multi-jurisdictional matters, where she has assisted clients across diverse fields such as financial services, engineering, construction, renewable energy, telecommunications, and professional liability. Notably, she is recognized for her discernment and regularly advises clients in sensitive matters with reputational stakes.

Laurence is not only a distinguished legal professional but also a dedicated educator. Her role as a co-lecturer at the Université de Montréal, teaching the Civil Trial Advocacy Course since 2021, and at McGill Law Faculty for “The Role of the Supreme Court of Canada” in Winter 2022 alongside the Hon. Clément Gascon, bears witness to her commitment to imparting knowledge and training future jurists.