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4871 Avenue du Parc, Montréal, QC
H2V 4E7

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Our legal professionals never back down from a challenge. Known for careful preparation and hard work, they will represent you with confidence.

Dessureault Herbert is a Montréal-based law firm specializing in family and estate law, backed by a team of passionate and experienced legal professionals. Our strength lies in the diversity of our team members’ unique experiences and skills, which makes us exceptionally versatile. United by our shared passion and our formidable tenacity, we are precise, strategic and confident. When you entrust us with your case, it becomes our own. Let’s start building a trusting relationship today!

Our team

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Louis Dessureault Partner

Biography

With more than a decade of private practice experience, Louis has built an enviable reputation thanks to his extensive knowledge of all aspects of family law, which he will not hesitate to draw on in order to resolve your case.

Whatever issues are at stake, e.g. international child abduction, complex disputes between spouses involving alimony or child support, allocation of assets belonging to trusts or private companies, Louis will find a pragmatic solution to help you achieve a settlement or devise a litigation strategy to optimize your representation in the courtroom.

In addition to his family law practice, Louis has significant experience in the areas of trust and estate litigation. He has spoken at various conferences, including at the AMFP, where he discussed the impact of trusts in connection with family law litigation.

Widely recognized in the family law community, Louis was presented with the “Family Law Leaders of Tomorrow” award by the Montréal Junior Bar Association (Jeune Barreau de Montréal) in 2012. He also served on the Barreau de Montréal’s Family Law Superior Court Liaison Committee from 2015 to 2018.

Louis regularly appears before Québec’s Superior Court and the Court of Appeal and has also pleaded before the Supreme Court of Canada.

Media recognition and expertise

Une fiducie n’est pas échappatoire La Presse+

Héritier de sa conjointe qu’il a tuée Isabelle Richer, Radio-Canada

Une ex-policière accusée d’avoir incité une amie à se suicider pour toucher un héritage Isabelle Richer, Radio-Canada

Education

Bachelor of Law (LL.B) Université de Sherbrooke

D.E.S.S. in Tax Université de Sherbrooke

Juris Doctor in Common Law Université de Sherbrooke

Admitted to the Barreau du Québec

2010

Awards

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Stéphanie Herbert Partner

Biography

Regardless of the issues at stake, Stéphanie will represent you with tenacity, rigour and dedication.

Before she founded Dessureault Herbert, Stéphanie worked for a decade as a partner at a well-regarded boutique firm, as well as for a national firm that had a family law practice at the time

Stéphanie has extensive experience with complex litigation cases requiring in-depth knowledge of various areas of the law, particularly corporate and tax law.

Throughout her career, Stéphanie has worked on major cases involving complex corporate and legal structures, including management companies, trusts, etc. She is at ease working alongside other categories of professionals such as forensic accountants, notaries and tax specialists to ensure that all aspects of your case are covered with the same degree of professionalism.

Stéphanie has also overseen cases involving income determination, in particular for professionals and business people.

In addition, Stéphanie has cutting-edge experience with extraordinary recourses, including Mareva injunctions, representing both plaintiffs and defendants.

In addition to her specialized knowledge, Stéphanie is a seasoned family law practitioner known for her ability to find solutions regardless of the complexity of the case in the areas of parental time, school choice, child support, etc.

Stéphanie also practices in the area of estate litigation.

Stéphanie has taken part in various conferences involving financial institutions and professional associations.

Education

Bachelor’s in Political Science Concordia University

Bachelor of Law (LL.B) Université de Québec à Montréal

Admitted to the Barreau du Québec

2013

Awards

            « Our strength lies in the diversity of our team members’ unique experiences and skills, which makes us exceptionally versatile. United by our shared passion and our impressive tenacity, we are precise, strategic and confident. When you entrust us with your case, it becomes our own. Let’s start building a trusting relationship today! »

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Jillian Levine Lawyer

Biography

Drawing on over a decade of experience in family and estate law, Jillian will help you regain control in the midst of conflict.

Jillian focuses on what truly matters, cutting through distraction and emotion so her clients can move forward with confidence, no longer reacting to conflict but actively shaping the path ahead. She is skilled in managing cases involving complex psychological dynamics such as narcissistic personality disorder and borderline personality disorder.

Jillian has represented clients at every level of court in Québec. While she is a persuasive and composed presence in the courtroom, many of her clients benefit from her ability to resolve matters outside of it. Known for her strategic and measured approach, she is a skilled negotiator who works to secure meaningful, lasting outcomes. Her focus is always on achieving results that reflect her clients’ priorities while reducing unnecessary tensions and cost.

Her practice includes complex financial issues such as income determination for professionals and business owners, as well as matters involving parental time, child support, school choice, relocation, international child abduction and spousal support. Jillian also handles estate litigation and is adept at navigating the intersection of family and succession law.

In addition to her practice, Jillian volunteers as an advocate at women’s centres for victims of domestic violence.

Before studying law, she earned a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management.

Jillian is bilingual and practices in both English and French.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce McGill University

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) University of Montreal

Juris Doctor (J.D.) University of Montreal

Admitted to the Barreau du Québec

2014

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Camille Lustière Lawyer

Biography

Camille is a brilliant, effective and dedicated lawyer; she is also fearless. She will be your ally of choice in any legal dispute.

After her illustrious academic career, including a bachelor’s degree in civil law, a Juris Doctor from McGill University’s Faculty of Law in 2020 and a master’s in human rights law and humanitarian action from Sciences Po University in Paris, France, Camille launched her legal career at a well-known family law firm, where she articled for a Superior Court judge and then for Stéphanie Herbert.

Ms. Lustière subsequently decided to take on a new challenge by joining Louis and Stéphanie at Dessureault Herbert.

Camille’s practice touches on all aspects of family law, including youth protection. She also practices civil law and has worked on estate litigation cases with Stéphanie, some of which involved international issues.

Camille has already pleaded a number of cases before the Court of Québec (youth chamber), the Superior Court and the Court of Appeal.

Education

2012-2015: Bachelor’s Degree in Human and  Social Sciences

2015-2017: Master’s Degree in Human Rights and  Humanitarian Action (Paris School of International Affairs)

2017-2020: JD/BCL at McGill University

Admitted to the Barreau du Québec

2022

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Flore Francoeur Lawyer

Biography

Flore stands out for her professionalism, meticulousness, and human approach, skillfully blending empathy with precision.

Flore has a bachelor’s degree in law from the University of Quebec in Montreal (UQAM) and continued her training at the Quebec Bar School before embarking on her career as a lawyer. Throughout her journey, she has acquired valuable expertise at two specialized firms, where she refined her skills in family law and civil law. Her experience spans various areas, including divorce, child custody, and contractual disputes, in which she has consistently demonstrated efficiency and expertise, even when dealing with complex issues.

Flore then chose to embark on a new professional adventure by joining the team at Dessureault Herbert Avocats.

Passionate about law, Flore is recognized for her expertise in case preparation, particularly in research, drafting legal documents, and organizing files for hearings. Thanks to her meticulousness and dedication, she provides essential support to trial lawyers, ensuring that every detail is carefully addressed in the development of effective and tailored legal strategies.

Flore distinguishes herself as a trusted collaborator due to her meticulous approach, unwavering integrity, and her ability to understand the human dimensions inherent in each case, especially in a field where these skills are particularly valued.

Education

2017-2019: College diploma in Humanities, Justice & Law Jean-de-Bréboeuf College

2019-2022: Bachelor of Laws University of Quebec in Montreal

Admitted to the Barreau du Québec

2024

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William Houle Lawyer

Biography

Driven by a genuine desire to help people move forward and to find practical, lasting solutions, William joined Dessureault Herbert to practice law in a manner that reflects the firm’s human and client-centered values. He is committed to building relationships of trust and to providing legal support that is both rigorous and approachable.

William holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Université de Montréal. He began his legal career as an intern with the CNESST, where he appeared on multiple occasions before the Administrative Labour Tribunal and the Court of Québec. These early experiences allowed him to develop strong courtroom instincts and a thoughtful, strategic approach to litigation.

Prior to joining the firm, William also worked in legal research alongside an emeritus professor specializing in contract law. In that capacity, he contributed to the drafting of a doctrinal chapter addressing legal capacity. This academic discipline, combined with hands-on advocacy experience, now informs and strengthens his practice in family and civil law.

William approaches each mandate with empathy, structure, and clarity. He recognizes the emotional complexity that often accompanies family matters and strives to guide clients with attentiveness, transparency, and respect. Whether advocating before the courts, negotiating settlements, or providing strategic advice, he remains focused on protecting his clients’ interests with professionalism, diligence, and care.

Education

2019–2021: College Diploma in Social Sciences: Justice, Culture and Societies with Mathematics, Collège Montmorency

2021–2024: Bachelor of Laws, Université de Montréal

Admitted to the Barreau du Québec

2025

Our approach

Our legal professionals are recognized specialists in the fields of family and estate litigation. To defend your interests, they strive at all times to ensure that their work meets the very highest standards of competence and ethics. Our approach involves using all our legal skills and knowledge to find creative and comprehensive solutions designed to be of assistance to you.