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Representation in Disciplinary Law in Quebec

Facing a disciplinary accusation, protecting your career and professional reputation is crucial. A disciplinary case can have significant consequences on your right to practice, making expert and strategic defense essential. Me Sébastien Gagnon and his team are committed to providing rigorous legal support based on attentiveness, transparency, and excellence.

With over 20 years of experience, Me Gagnon has developed in-depth expertise in handling disciplinary cases, intervening at each stage of the process to ensure comprehensive and effective defense. His personalized approach ensures meticulous assessment of each situation to best protect your rights and professional future.

Steps in a Disciplinary Case under Quebec Law

  • Filing the Complaint
    The complaint is submitted to the relevant professional order, which reviews it to determine admissibility.
  • Preliminary Investigation
    A syndic conducts a preliminary investigation to gather facts and assess the validity of the allegations.
  • Notice of Citation
    If breaches are found, a notice of citation is issued specifying the alleged infractions.
  • Defense Preparation
    Me Gagnon thoroughly analyzes the case and prepares a strategic defense.
  • Disciplinary Hearing
    The council hears both parties, reviews the evidence, and allows witnesses to testify.
  • Disciplinary Decision
    The council renders a decision, ranging from acquittal to disciplinary sanctions.
  • Possibility of Appeal
    Depending on the decision, an appeal may be possible to contest the judgment.

Possible Sanctions

Sanctions imposed in a disciplinary case vary based on the severity of the allegations. They may include warnings, fines, temporary or permanent suspension of the right to practice, removal from the professional order’s register, mandatory training, or community service.

Our Services Include

  • Thorough case analysis
  • Rigorous defense preparation
  • Representation before disciplinary councils
  • Negotiation and settlement management
  • Support throughout the judicial process

Why Choose Me Sébastien Gagnon?

  • Recognized expertise in disciplinary law
  • Personalized and respectful approach
  • Strategic and rigorous defense
  • Transparent and competitive pricing
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Our Recent Successes

Over the years, Me Gagnon and his team have achieved remarkable results in defending against drunk driving charges. Here are some examples of our recent successes:

Dismissal of Charges Due to Procedural Error

Through a meticulous analysis of the case, we demonstrated that our client's constitutional rights were violated during the police intervention, leading to the dismissal of the charges.

Complete Acquittal

In a complex case, our team proved that the equipment used to measure blood alcohol levels was possibly defective, resulting in our client's total acquittal.

Sentence Reduction

In several cases, we have succeeded in obtaining significant sentence reductions by demonstrating errors in breathalyzer tests or presenting convincing mitigating circumstances.
These successes reflect our commitment to vigorously defending our clients' rights and exploring all possible avenues to achieve the best outcome.

Advantages of Working with Us

The benefits of doing business with us

  • Meeting with your lawyer from day one
  • Advantageous flat rate
  • Extensive network of technical experts
  • 24 hr emergency line

Advantages of entrusting us with your case

  • Avoid the loss of your driver's license
  • Avoid demerit points
  • Avoid a conviction
  • Avoid a criminal record

Flat rate

  • No surprises
  • Advantageous and competitive rates
  • Based on the mandate
  • Possible payment Agreement

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Your cases will be handled directly by Me Gagnon and Me Parent, ensuring personalized attention without intermediaries. Administrative follow-up is managed by our assistant, Mrs. Chantal Lefebvre.

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