François D. Gagnon

François Gagnon advises various stakeholders with regard to restructurings under the Companies Creditors' Arrangements Act and restructurings and liquidations under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. He frequently represents insolvent debtor companies, major secured and unsecured creditors, monitors, directors, and asset purchasers. In addition to his specialized knowledge in corporate restructurings, Gagnon has considerable litigation experience in other fields of practice, including real estate, fraud, banking and shareholder disputes, which frequently proves highly useful in dealing with litigious and contested restructurings. This expertise enables Gagnon to skilfully represent real estate developers and property owners, and, in particular, the largest real estate investment trust in Canada, in disputes related to the holding and management of their properties. Gagnon has pleaded before all judicial bodies in Quebec, including the Quebec Court of Appeal, as well as administrative and arbitration tribunals. He has also made representations on motions for leave to appeal before the Supreme Court of Canada.