Lawyer in private practice with extensive experience in real estate and commercial law, including legal and business issues relating to acquisitions, divestitures, investment, financing and management of commercial and industrial properties and small and medium size businesses.Certified as mediator by Quebec Superior Court.Experienced arbitrator, including for the Barreau du Quebec for disputes between lawyers and their clients.Past president of Lord Reading Law SocietyRecipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee MedalMember of the Board and legal counsel to two not-for-profit seniors residences (Château B'nai Brith and Résidences B'nai Brith)Specialties: Preparation, drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements including commercial leases; offers and contracts to purchase and sell businesses and commercial and industrial real estate; employment, non-competition, and confidentiality agreements; licensing agreements; partnership and shareholder agreements.Litigation relating to above mentioned matters.