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Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution Law Firms in Québec, Quebec

68 law firms.

What does a civil litigation lawyer in Québec City do?

A civil litigation lawyer, an avocat in Quebec, handles disputes between people, businesses, and organizations: contract disagreements, unpaid debts, property and construction claims, and professional liability. The work runs the whole path of a case, from a formal demand letter and negotiation through pleadings, examinations, and, if it doesn't settle, a trial. Most contested matters in the region are heard at the Palais de justice de Québec at 300 boulevard Jean-Lesage, which houses both the Cour du Québec and the Cour supérieure. A lawyer files there whether your business sits downtown, in Sainte-Foy, in Charlesbourg, or in Beauport. Many disputes settle before a judge ever rules, so a good deal of a litigator's time goes to negotiation and mediation.

Which court hears your case, and under what rules?

The answer depends on the amount in dispute. Civil procedure across Quebec runs on the Code of Civil Procedure, and the court is set by the value of the claim. The Cour du Québec hears civil claims up to $75,000, while the Cour supérieure hears larger claims and matters such as class actions and contested successions. The Cour du Québec also runs a Small Claims Division for claims up to $15,000, where the parties represent themselves and lawyers don't appear at the hearing. If your dispute fits there, a lawyer can still help you prepare the file and your evidence, even though you'll present it yourself. For anything above that line, counsel who knows the local court and its practice makes a real difference.

How long do you have to start a civil claim?

Under the general rule, you have three years to bring a civil action, set by article 2925 of the Civil Code of Québec. The clock usually starts when the harm becomes known, and once it runs out the right to sue is generally lost. Some situations carry shorter windows, so waiting is rarely wise. Prescription is a rule of public order in Quebec, which means you and the other side can't agree to a longer period by contract. That's one reason to get advice early: a lawyer can confirm which deadline applies to your facts and calendar it before it passes.

How do you choose a civil litigation firm in Québec City?

Start with a firm that has run your type of dispute, whether that's a commercial contract, a construction claim, or a shareholder fight. Ask who will actually carry the file, how the firm approaches settlement versus trial, and how fees and disbursements work in writing. Québec City firms serve clients across Sainte-Foy, Charlesbourg, Beauport, and the surrounding area, so there's usually one within reach. You can confirm any avocat's standing with the Barreau du Québec. Browse the civil litigation & dispute resolution firms in Québec City below.

Abkey Avocat Inc.

1 lawyer · Est. 2014

Abkey Avocat Inc. (Abkey Legal), founded in 2014 in Quebec City, provides legal services shaped by international business and cross-border experience. The firm is led by founder Abdulkadir Abkey, whose practice focuse…

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Alepin Gauthier Avocats

4 lawyers · Est. 1978

Alepin Gauthier is a family-run law firm based in Laval, Quebec, founded in 1978 by François Alepin. It has grown to more than 120 team members across four Quebec offices (Laval, Vieux-Montréal, downtown Montreal, and…

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Audex Avocats

4 lawyers · Est. 2013

Audex Avocats is a law firm based in Québec City, with a second office in Donnacona, founded in 2013. It advises individuals and small and medium-sized business owners in family law, criminal and penal law, general ci…

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This Quebec City firm offers legal advice, negotiation, mediation, and investigation services in family law, employment law, civil law, and administrative law.

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Avocat Dabo

1 lawyer · Est. 2009

Avocat Dabo is a solo litigation boutique in Québec City founded by Me Ibrahima Dabo in 2009. The practice covers general civil law (neighbourhood disputes, civil and contractual liability, damages claims, defamation,…

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BCF Avocats d'affaires (BCF Business Law) is a business law firm headquartered in Montreal, with an additional office in Quebec City and an affiliate office in Paris. The firm says it has more than 560 people, includi…

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Beauvais Truchon

36 lawyers · Est. 1983

Beauvais Truchon is one of Québec City's largest law firms, founded in 1983 by Jean Beauvais and Robert Truchon, with offices in Québec City and Sainte-Marie de Beauce. It practises litigation and dispute resolution, …

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Bédard Poulin avocats

5 lawyers · Est. 2008

Bédard Poulin avocats is a boutique litigation firm in Québec City founded in 2008 by J. Patrick Bédard and Stéphane Poulin, who is now a judge of the Superior Court of Québec. The firm practises civil and commercial …

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Bernier Beaudry is a business law and notarial firm based in the Quebec City region, with additional offices in Sainte-Marie, Thetford Mines, and Saint-Georges. Its lawyers handle corporate and commercial law, mergers…

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Bessette Avocats

11 lawyers

Bessette Avocats is a boutique Montreal law firm advising businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals, both in negotiations and litigation. Its practice spans civil and commercial litigation, employment law, business…

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BMA Avocats

16 lawyers · Est. 2015

BMA Avocats is a Québec City law firm founded in 2015 by Bruno Marcoux, focused on construction law and corporate/commercial law, with particular expertise serving specialized subcontractors. It also practises civil l…

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Bouchard + Avocats

19 lawyers

Bouchard + Avocats is a Québec City law and notarial firm of about 21 professionals serving businesses, business people and individuals. It practises business law, employment law, real estate, civil litigation, proper…

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Boucher, Cabinet d'Avocats is a Quebec City law firm specializing in criminal, penal and civil law, and it also offers a full range of family law and employment law services. The firm represents clients before the cou…

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Cabinet Guy Bertrand is a Quebec City multidisciplinary law firm founded by Guy Bertrand, who marked more than 50 years of practice as of 2012. The firm handles a broad range of matters including family law, civil law…

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Cabinet Juridique Barakatt is a solo practice in downtown Quebec City run by Michel Barakatt, admitted to the Barreau du Québec in 1990. The firm practices family and child law, labour relations, estates and health la…

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Cain Lamarre

277 lawyers · Est. 1877

Cain Lamarre is a full-service Québec law firm founded in 1877, with about 300 legal professionals across 15 offices spanning the province, from Montréal and Québec City to the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Abitibi-Témisca…

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Carter Gourdeau Avocats S.E.N.C.R.L. is a Québec City law firm practising insurance law and civil and professional liability litigation, including personal injury, hidden defects, and construction disputes. Its lawyer…

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Cavanagh & Lacroix is a Gaspésie-based law firm with offices in Québec, Carleton-sur-Mer, Amqui, Gaspé, Chandler and Bromont. It practises business law, real estate, civil and commercial litigation, family and youth l…

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Clara De Brito, Avocate is a solo legal research and writing practice based in Québec City that provides subcontracted research and drafting services to other Quebec lawyers. The practice focuses on family, estate and…

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DBL Avocats d'affaires is a boutique business law firm in Québec City that has served local companies for more than 15 years. The firm advises on mergers and acquisitions, business succession, corporate reorganization…

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Desjardins Riverin Avocats

5 lawyers · Est. 2019

Desjardins Riverin Avocats is a Québec City litigation firm founded in 2019 by Olivier Desjardins. The firm advises individuals and businesses in civil and commercial law, real estate, criminal and penal law, discipli…

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Devichy Avocats

64 lawyers

Devichy Avocats (also styled Devichy Lawyers) is a Quebec law firm founded by Veronica Vallelonga and Xavier Cormier-Lassonde that focuses on legal services for individuals rather than corporate clients. Its lawyers, …

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Doyon Avocats

6 lawyers

Doyon Avocats is a criminal defence firm with offices in Quebec City and Montreal. The firm handles complex criminal and penal files, including trials and appeals, and works with a network of collaborating lawyers who…

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Dufresne Avocat Inc. is a small law firm based in Granby, Quebec, offering civil, employment and business law services along with civil, commercial and criminal litigation. The firm represents both businesses and indi…

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