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Marc-André Morin, Partner | Insolvency & Restructuring

Marc-André Morin

Partner Fasken
Jurisdiction Québec, 2002
Language(s) French, English
Office(s) Montréal
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Overview

With more than two decades of dedicated legal experience in restructuring proceedings, Marc-André is a highly respected figure in the Canadian legal community. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered exceptional results for clients facing complex financial challenges.

Marc-André has a deep understanding of Canadian insolvency and bankruptcy law, coupled with extensive experience representing a wide range of clients, including corporations, financial institutions, creditors, monitors and trustees. His comprehensive knowledge and strategic approach enable him to effectively guide clients through the intricacies of restructuring processes, ensuring that their interests are protected and optimized.

A seasoned advocate, Marc-André is known for his meticulous attention to detail, keen analytical skills and unwavering commitment to achieving favourable results for his clients. He is adept at developing creative solutions to complex legal problems, drawing on his wealth of experience to navigate even the most challenging scenarios.

Throughout his career, Marc-André has earned a reputation for integrity, professionalism and dedication to client service. His clients trust him to provide insightful counsel, pragmatic advice, and steadfast representation during times of financial uncertainty.

In addition to his legal practice, Marc-André is actively involved in the legal community, staying abreast of the latest developments in restructuring law and sharing his expertise through publications, seminars, and professional associations. Marc-André is a member of the Insolvency Institute of Canada (IIC), the leading private sector organization for insolvency in Canada, comprising Canada's most experienced and qualified insolvency professionals. He is also an active member of the Liaison Committee for the Commercial Division of the Superior Court of Québec.

Achievements

  • Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory in Litigation - Corporate Commercial, Lexpert 2026
  • Recognized in Corporate and Commercial Litigation in Montreal, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2024 to 2026
  • Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory in insolvency litigation and financial restructuring, Lexpert 2018 to 2026
  • Recognized in Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law in Montréal, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 to 2026
  • Recognized in Restructuring and Insolvency by Lexology, Lexology Index 2024 to 2025
  • Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory in Insolvency & Financial Restructuring, Lexpert Canadian Legal Directory 2024 to 2025
  • Recognized in Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law in Montreal, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2019 to 2024
  • Recognized in the winning Restructuring and Insolvency Deal of the Year, Cirque du Soleil CCAA, at the 2021 IFLR1000 Canada Awards., IFLR 1000 2022
  • Named one of Lexpert’s Cross-Border Corporate Lawyers to Watch in its 2013 US Guides , Lexpert 2013
  • Award for one of the 10 best student performances for the entire bachelor program at the University of Sherbrooke (2001), Sherbrooke University 2001
Lexpert Publication name with laurels Lexpert Named one of Lexpert’s Cross-Border Corporate Lawyers to Watch in its 2013 US Guides

Experience

  • Acquisition of Airmedic by Dessercom, [Deal - Dessercom], Advised Dessercom in the acquisition of Airmedic, a leader in emergency air medical transport.
  • Raymond Chabot successfully sells the assets of Atis Group as a going concern, [Deal - Raymond Chabot Inc.], Counsel to appointed super monitor under the CCAA.
  • The Supreme Court renders an important decision with respect to “pre-post compensation” and “non-dischargeable debts” under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (the “CCAA”), [Case - FNX-Innov / Thornhill Investments], Succesful representation of a purchaser in opposing the appeal to the Supreme Court in the context of a restructuring under the CCAA
  • Gordon Brothers and Hilco Streambank lead liquidation of Canadian Le Château stores, [Deal - Gordon Brothers and Hilco Streambank], Joint venture liquidation of inventory and equipment of Canadian clothing retail chain.
  • Ernst & Young acts as monitor of Cirque du Soleil as part of its restructuring under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), [Case - Ernst & Young], Cirque du Soleil (CDS) restructuring under CCAA
  • Acted for Les Grands Travaux Soter in connection with proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangements Act, [Case - Les Grands Travaux Soter Inc.], Between 2015 and 2018, we acted for Les Grands Travaux Soter Inc. in connection with proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangements Act (CCAA) relating to the liquidation of all assets of the company, the termination of projects underway, and the implementation of an arrangement plan tha...
  • FNX-INNOV acquires the SM Group for C$40 million, [Deal - FNX-INNOV Inc.], On December 14, 2018, FNX-INNOV Inc., an innovative Québec engineering company that handles major projects, announced its acquisition of the assets of almost all of the companies that make up the SM Group engineering firm. The transaction, for a value of approximately $40M, was approved by the Su...
  • Liquidation of gestion Éric Savard in the context of a company's Creditors Arrangement Act, [Deal - Essilor Group Canada Inc.], The CCAA proceeding was unique as Mr. Éric Savard, a director and sole shareholder of the Savard Group, was removed from office as director as the Court was satisfied that he was unreasonably impairing the CCAA proceeding and acting inappropriately as director in the circumstances (Section 11.5 of the CCAA). The Monitor was given enhanced powers, namely to act in place of Mr. Savard. These powers were akin to the powers of a Receiver.​
  • Full recovery for HSBC after Freemark Apparel Bands files a notice under The Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, [Deal - Freemark Apparel Brands Inc.], In February 2017, HSBC Bank Canada, Freemark Apparel Brands Inc.’s operating lender, assisted and strictly supervised the company’s restructuring process after they filed a notice of intention under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. HSBC continued to finance the company after the filing. During ...

Career & Education

Education

  • LLB University of Sherbrooke

Community involvement

  • Member of the Liaison Committee for the Commercial Division of the Québec Superior Court

Memberships & Affiliations

  • Member, Turnaround Management Association
  • Member, Québec Bar
  • Member, Insolvency Institute of Canada

Knowledge

  • Fasken’s 2025 Insolvency Insights, 2/11/2026
  • Fasken's 2024 Insolvency Insights, 2/21/2025
  • No Laughing Matter: Court Delivers Punchline on Wage Protection in the Just For Laughs Case, 9/9/2024
  • The Oilers Stay Alive: Court of Appeal Denies Leave to Appeal the approval of a SISP and a Stalking Horse Purchase Agreement in the Canadian Overseas Petroleum Limited Matter, 7/3/2024
  • Fasken 2023 Insolvency Insights, 1/31/2024
  • Preparing Your Business for Economic Fluctuations : Strategies and Legal Considerations, 10/20/2022
  • Bulletin #5: The Repercussions of Bill 96 on Legal Disputes and Public Administration, 6/10/2022
  • The Québec Court Of Appeal Clarifies The Application Of The Stay Of Proceedings To A Bankrupt’s Contestation Of A Notice Of Assessment, 3/31/2022
  • The Supreme Court Finally Clarifies the Rules of Compensation in Restructuring and Sends a Clear Message to Public Bodies Seeking to Establish the Fraudulent Nature of Certain Claims, 12/16/2021
  • You can run, but you can’t hide… from the Bank’s legal fees – the Court condemns a guarantor to repay the legal fees incurred by the Bank to recover its debt in Banque de la Nouvelle-Écosse c. Davidovit, 4/26/2021

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