Civil lawyers serving Montreal for over 30 years

Civil law in Quebec

Civil law covers any type of legal action that is not related to illicit activities or breaking the law. The civil lawyer works to find resolutions to issues unconnected to criminal activities like disagreements concerning the definition of contracts, divorce and separation, property ownership, custody disputes, and compensation sought for personal or material loss or damage. A civil lawyer deals with cases that encompass private individuals, businesses and sometimes governmental agencies.

Civil law, as opposed to Common law, is the legal system followed in the province of Quebec. While the two have similar histories, the main cause of difference between common and civil law are their places of origin. Common law is the legal system which was first created in England and used in most English speaking countries around the world. In Canada, Quebec is the only province which follows the system originating in France – Civil law.

Civil law in Quebec is based on Romanistic legal origins and stems in the province's roots with French culture. Quebec's civil law is based on statutes and legislations versus common law, which is based on case law as well as statutes and legislation.

Civil litigation lawyers in Montreal – Audet FG and Associates

For over 30 years as civil litigation lawyers in Montreal, Audet FG and Associates has the familiarity and the team needed to ensure your proper representation. With three offices across the island of Montreal to best serve your needs, Audet FG and Associates is one of the most recognized and hard working civil law firms in the city.

There are many situations that may lead to civil law cases and the different circumstances may require various branches of civil law. The branches of civil law are family law, divorce law, consumer law, international law, labour law, Real estate law, commercial law, sports law, tax law, entertainment law and personal disputes such as defamation, assault, and negligence.

Audet FG and Associates, Montreal civil litigation lawyers, provide professional and personalized service in all major matters of civil law including:
- Family law
- Divorce
- Personal injury and medical malpractice
- Insurance claims
- CSST and SAAQ
- Immigration law
- Real estate law
- Commercial and general litigation
- Employment law

Filing a civil lawsuit in Quebec

Civil law proceeds differently from criminal law in that the objective is not to prove innocence or guilt. Instead, civil law seeks to determine responsibility in the matter. The parties are labelled "the plaintiff" – the party that is filing the lawsuit and who is often seeking damages; and "the defendant" – the party being sued. A civil law trial most often does not require a jury and can be settled out of court or in an informal hearing.

The intricate workings of civil litigation are the specialty of any civil lawyer. Audet FG and Associates have represented residents of Montreal and the surrounding areas in civil law in thousands of cases – amassing en expertise that will not only significantly increase your chances of winning but also make the whole process a lot easier.

Montreal Civil lawyers: Audet FG and Associates

Having to settle a dispute in court is a difficult situation for any person. The emotions involved and the fear of losing your civil law case can make the strain unbearable for most. For this reason, do not chance your case with just any civil lawyer. Audet FG and Associates have the experience, the professionalism and the dedication to win your case and have the least impact on you during the civil litigation process.