Douglas W. Clarke

Me Douglas W. Clarke is a graduate in law of the University of Sherbrooke (LL.B) and Queen’s University (J.D.). He is a member of the Quebec Bar since 2000.

Me Clarke acts on behalf of businesses in mergers and acquisitions, as well as financings. He is also called upon to advise in matters relating to technology licensing, distribution of products as well the financing of clean technology.

In the context of his practice, Me Clarke advises businesses with respect to the application of the Consumer Protection Act, as well as the Charter of the French language. He assists clients in developing compliant business practices, including the implementation of francization programs within businesses. When problems arise, Me Clarke intervenes with the regulatory authorities on behalf of his clients.

Me Clarke has also developed an interest in carbon markets and the laws regulating the emission of greenhouse gases. Since 2008, he has been involved in over 50 purchase and sale transactions of greenhouse gas emission reductions and is regularly invited to speak on the subject of the development of carbon markets in Canada and internationally. Before joining Therrien Couture, he was the regional leader of the Technology Law practice and the national leader of the Climate Law practice of a national firm.

Perfectly bilingual, he is an able negotiator with a varied legal background. He is appreciated by his clients for his calm demeanor and practical advice.

 

Our Team

Normand Therrien
Normand Therrien, Partner
Business Advisor, Corporate Law, Business Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Financing, Collective Bargaining
Eric Lazure
Eric Lazure, Partner
Business Advisor, Corporate Law, Business Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Financing, Collective Bargaining
Patrick Daneau
Patrick Daneau, Partner
Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Trusts, Business Financing, Mergers and Acquisitions
Mélissa Pelletier
Mélissa Pelletier, Partner
Shareholders' Agreement, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Business Financing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Intellectual Property, Corporate Reorganization
Dina Bestawros
Dina Bestawros
Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Franchising Law
Josée Bélanger
Josée Bélanger
Commercial law, Corporative law, Business law, Business financing
François Clement
François B-Clément
Commercial Law, Franchising Law, Intellectual Property
Ghyslain Côté
Ghislain Côté
Business Law, Business Financing, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law
Geneviève Delisle
Geneviève Delisle
Business law, Estate law, Real estate law, Trusts, Business financing, Will and Estate planning
Ginette Matteau
Ginette Matteau
Shareholders' Agreement, Commercial law, Business law, Mergers and acquisitions, Corporative reorganizations
Anne Mondoloni
Anne Mondoloni
Corporate Law, Business Law, Business Financing
Yves Paré
Yves Paré
Shareholders' Agreement, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Trusts, Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate Reorganization
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Directors' Liability
Most directors of legal entities are not aware of the actual extent of their liability, all the more since such liability may arise from many sources. In fact, directors are bound by certain legal obligations, such as the obligation to act in a prudent and diligent manner in the best interest of the company/corporation.
Due Diligence : A Prevention and Negotiation Tool
If you are thinking of acquiring a business, it is important to keep in mind that such an acquisition will include both the good and the bad of the business. By carrying out a due diligence, you will be able to appreciate the transaction as a whole, be able to take the appropriate decision and avoid any unpleasant surprises.
Is your Distribution Agreement Full Proof ?
Is your Distribution Agreement full proof? Does it answer your needs? Is it in line with your expectations? A lot of agreements can be found on the Web where only the names have been changed. Is this your case?

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