Sidney Elbaz is a partner in the firm’s litigation and dispute resolution group. His strong skills and knowledge in the class action field has earned him recognition from both his clients and fellow members of the class action bar. He has extensive experience defending multi-jurisdictional, domestic, and international class actions pertaining to allegations of cartel and conspiracy conduct and other alleged anticompetitive conduct. He has appeared before all levels of the Quebec courts, federal courts, and various specialized tribunals. He is also experienced in defending consumer law related class actions, relating to product liability issues, deceptive marketing, false and misleading advertising. He regularly advises clients on Quebec consumer protection legislation and other regulatory matters. He also has an extensive background defending product liability claims. He provides counsel in connection with fire and security products, recreational products, home appliances, construction and industrial machinery, farming equipment, motor vehicles, pharmaceutical products, and building materials. He frequently invited to speak on class actions, general commercial litigation, and antitrust matters.
