As part of the growth of its transactional practice in Montreal, a nationally established business law firm is seeking a lawyer to join its Mergers & Acquisitions team.
The firm advises corporate, entrepreneurial and institutional clients on strategic transactions across Canada and internationally. This opportunity is suited to a professional looking to grow within a collaborative platform offering strong exposure to complex transactional mandates and multidisciplinary teams across the country.
The Role As an Mergers and Acquisitions lawyer, you will actively participate in all stages of major transactional matters, including acquisitions, business sales, strategic investments and corporate reorganizations.
The role offers direct exposure to high-impact mandates involving significant financial and commercial considerations.
Responsibilities Participate in mergers and acquisitions involving private and public companies
Work on acquisitions and divestitures structured as asset or share deals
Contribute to the legal structuring of complex transactional operations
Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of transaction documents
Conduct corporate and commercial due diligence
Prepare shareholders’ agreements, investment agreements and governance documents
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (tax,



financing, litigation, etc.)
Monitor file progress and coordinate the various transactional stages
Maintain direct contact with clients and external stakeholders
Contribute to the development of legal and commercial strategies related to transactions
Requirements Member in good standing of the Québec Bar
3 to 5 years of relevant experience in mergers and acquisitions or transactional business law
Experience gained in private practice, ideally within a high-level practice
Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills
Strong understanding of corporate and commercial issues
Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Autonomy, rigor and solid prioritization skills
Strong communication and client relationship skills
Team-oriented with sound professional judgment
Bilingual (French/English)
Benefits Participation in major, strategic transactions
Mentorship from recognized M&A; professionals
Direct exposure to a sophisticated business clientele
Stimulating environment supporting rapid professional development
Strong platform for building a long-term transactional practice
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

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📌 Mergers & Acquisitions Lawyer (3–5 Years) (Quebec City)
🏢 Lépine Talent
📍 Quebec City