Valérie Gareau-Dalpé is a partner in Fasken’s Labour, Employment and Human Rights group in Montréal, where she is a trusted strategic advisor to unionized and non-unionized employers.
Clients appreciate Valérie for her efficiency, responsiveness, creativity, and her ability to transform complex legal issues into practical, actionable solutions.
She regularly assists employers in negotiating and interpreting collective agreements, managing their labour relations and disputes, and preparing for and conducting grievance arbitrations. In addition to providing legal analysis, she helps employers make informed decisions that take into account their operational context, business objectives, and the realities of their workplace.
Valérie also supports management teams, human resources professionals, and business leaders in managing employment law litigation and resolving complex workforce issues. Whether it involves legal proceedings before all levels of court, matters involving senior executives, or workplace investigations, she assists our clients in developing practical strategies not only to resolve disputes but also to mitigate risks and safeguard their business objectives.
Employers also consult Valérie to design and deliver training tailored to their workplace. Her client base includes organizations in the manufacturing and industrial, food, pharmaceutical, K-12 and post-secondary education, transportation and technology sectors.
Within the firm, Valérie plays an active role in the recruitment and development of the next generation of legal professionals. She participates in the hiring of students and junior lawyers and serves as a mentor to the next generation of professionals.
Committed to her community, she served on the Jeunes gouverneurs committee of Les Grands Ballets Canadiens for more than six years, including four years as co-chair. She contributed to several philanthropic and outreach initiatives aimed at supporting the arts and culture. Her work in labour and employment law and labour relations has been recognized by Lexpert since 2023 and Best Lawyers since 2022.
