Érika Normand-Couture
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— Bar 2014
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514.377.5714
LL.B., Université de Montréal, 2012
LL.M, Droit des affaires, Université de Montréal, 2016
B.A., Communication, politique et société, Université du Québec à Montréal, 2009

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Biography
Érika Normand-Couture has over ten years of experience at a leading litigation boutique, where she has handled complex civil and commercial litigation. Her practice covers a wide range of disputes, including class actions, contractual disputes, injunctions, defamation, as well as corporate, securities, and regulatory litigation. She has developed deep expertise in class actions, having acted for both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes matters. Recognized for the quality of her legal analysis and her advocacy skills, Érika is valued for her ability to quickly identify her clients' complex issues and offer effective solutions tailored to their needs. A member of the Barreau du Quebec since 2014, Érika is recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada: Ones to Watch in Corporate and Commercial Litigation. In addition to her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), she holds a Master of Business Law (LL.M.), as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Politics. Beyond her litigation practice, Érika is actively involved in developing the next generation. She is deeply committed to mentoring young lawyers and guiding them in their professional journey.
Representative Mandates
Representation of financial and technology companies in Anton Piller injunction proceedings following the misappropriation of personal information and confidential data. Appointment as independent supervising solicitor by the Superior Court in the execution of Anton Piller orders. Representation of financial institutions seeking the issuance of Norwich orders. Representation of financial institutions, financial services firms, and brokers in matters of banking and professional liability, as well as breach of non-solicitation and non-competition clauses. Representation of a designer in arbitration proceedings in the context of a major infrastructure project. Representation of general contractors and subcontractors in complex construction industry disputes, including successful proceedings against public owners for abuse of process. Representation of creditors and debtors in applications for the appointment of a receiver. Representation and counsel in investigations conducted by the Autorité des marchés financiers and the Autorité des marchés publics. Representation of shareholders and directors in complex and varied shareholder disputes. Representation of commercial tenants in disputes against landlords. Successful obtaining of a contempt of court finding following non-compliance with an injunction order.
Recognition
Ones to Watch, The Best Lawyers in Canada, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, 2024-2025
Publications & Speaking Engagement
Arbitrage au Québec - Guide de l'arbitrage, Chapitre 4, LégisPratique, 1ère et 2e éditions, 2014 et 2025 (co-author)