Announcements

The Barreau du Québec announced this morning that Marcel-Olivier Nadeau becomes a director of the Bar, and will serve a two-year mandate as representative of the Barreau du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean. Mr. Nadeau is already bâtonnier of the local Bar. Andrew Penhale, RSS’s Managing Partner, is pleased with this election. “Members of our firm have always been […]

The Course aux stages has come to an end. RSS has identified candidates with an exceptional potential, who will participate in the firm’s vitality for the years to come. Our articled students will be: 2022 Francis Gioia (University of Montréal) Paula Maurin (University of Montréal) Tomas Vazquez Rojas (University of Montréal) 2023 Marlaina Correia (University […]

The title of Avocat émérite — Lawyer Emeritus — is one of the most prestigious distinctions that the Bar of Québec can give to its most deserving members. Therefore, RSS is both very happy and exceptionally proud to announce that Sharon G. Druker, Ad. E., is among the members selected by the Bar to receive […]

RSS’S Commercial Litigation Group is happy to welcome Gabriel Gibeau, who was just called to the Bar after articling with us. “Ever since he came on board, Gabriel has already demonstrated that he has the necessary qualities to succeed as a pleader before the courts”, explains team leader Jean-Pierre Sheppard. “The members of the group […]

What are the rights of married, civil union or de facto spouses upon the death of one of them? These are the questions that Natacha Calixte will be addressing on Monday, March 8, in Les droits et obligations des conjoints : planification des conséquences du décès, a webinar hosted by the Wills, Estates and Trusts section of the Canadian Bar […]

We are pleased to welcome two lawyers in our Insurance Law Practice Group. Hélène Maurice, who was called to the Bar in 2020, will be able to indulge her penchant for litigation, while Nathan Hassan Omar, also called in 2020, will continue to focus on the analysis of insurance policies.

As part of its support to the UN’s operations, Canada launched the Elsie Initiative for Women in Peace Operations in 2017. This initiative addresses the complexities of gender inequality and helps to promote women’s involvement in UN peace operations. On Thursday, February 11, at 12:30, Médgine Gourdet, from our Insurance Law Practice Group, will be […]

RSS is pleased to welcome Jean-François Germain into our Insurance Law Practice Group. Jean-François has 25 years of experience with litigation matters, particularly insurance cases. He has significant experience with construction law, product liability, professional liability, and general insurance law cases. Jean-François is also accredited by the Quebec Bar as a mediator in civil matters.

To guide students in their career choices, Marianopolis College offers online presentations featuring alumni discussing their professional activities. On Thursday, January 14, Sharon G. Druker, along with three other alumni, will take part in the second event of the Law at Marianopolis series, concentrating on the field of mergers and acquisitions.

Robinson Sheppard Shapiro is pleased to announce that Patricia Baram, from our Insurance Law Practice Group, has become a partner with the firm. Patricia has been a litigator since her call to the Bar in 2013, acting in files involving the liability of municipalities, general contractors, and professionals. Her continuing commitment to the firm and […]