Eric Bédard is an experienced litigator focusing on major commercial and administrative disputes, boasting extensive expertise in domestic and international arbitration, both as counsel and arbitrator. He acts for private and public companies in a variety of fields, including mining and gas, financial services, securities, and telecommunications. He also represents professionals in matters where their liability may be engaged and regarding their professional orders. With his diversified experience, he is familiar with the decision-making processes of the federal, provincial, and municipal governments, and with negotiating with them to defuse contentious situations. He is among the most prominent lawyers of his generation and is very active in the Canadian and international arbitration community.