Denis Hamel, the first financial professional in Québec to be accredited in collaborative law

Collaborative law: a different way to resolve disputes

Collaborative law offers an alternative to traditional litigation. From the outset, parties and their professionals commit to working together to reach an agreement, prioritizing cooperation and seeking to resolve matters without resorting to the courts. This approach, already well established elsewhere in Canada, is gaining traction in Québec, both in family law and in civil and commercial matters.

“I am very pleased to have become the first financial professional accredited in collaborative law (family, civil and commercial) in Québec. The collaborative approach was introduced to me by pioneering lawyers who chose to move away from litigation and dedicate their practice exclusively to this model. I would like to thank Me Carolle Tremblay, President of the Groupe de droit collaboratif du Québec, for her inspiration and support. Given the strong growth anticipated for collaborative law, I am committed to promoting this approach wherever it is most appropriate. I also intend to become actively involved with the Groupe de droit collaboratif du Québec and the Collaborative Professionals of Canada, and to contribute to the training of future financial professionals accredited in collaborative law.” 

Denis Hamel, Partner, Leader, Financial Advisory Services, Forvis Mazars in Canada.

Added value for our clients

This accreditation enhances our service offering by providing:

• a structured alternative to traditional litigation;
• an approach that fosters faster, more confidential resolutions;
• stronger collaboration with legal professionals.

This recognition reflects our commitment to remaining at the forefront of evolving practices and supporting our clients with innovative, solution-driven approaches to dispute resolution.