Audrey Poirier
Lawyer
Audrey Poirier has been a member of the Quebec Bar since 2021, the same year she joined Cain Lamarre. She practices in Aboriginal law, with a focus on Aboriginal rights, self-government and economic development, as well as in youth protection law in Nunavik.
Ms. Poirier stands out for her efficiency, open-mindedness and sense of adventure. Her dependability and enthusiasm are appreciated by both her clients and her colleagues. Mrs. Poirier is dedicated to her profession and is known for her curiosity, creativity and perseverance, qualities that serve her well in her Aboriginal law and youth protection practice.
Over the years, Ms. Poirier has cumulated a variety of professional experiences. She graduated from the Université de Sherbrooke and worked as a student-at-law in Saskatchewan and Alberta. She served on the board of directors of the Fédération québécoise pour le saumon atlantique (FQSA) from 2023 to 2026 and has been a member of the New Brunswick Bar Association since 2024. She has been practicing in youth protection law with the Nunavik Itinerant Court since November 2024.
Passionate about nature, she is interested in mycology, herbology, and hunting, and is an avid collector of agates found along the shores of Baie des Chaleurs. Issues related to Indigenous communities, land, and equality are important to her, both in her professional and personal life.
Education
2024
- Law Society of New-Brunswick
2021
- Barreau du Québec
2020
- Bachelor of Laws, Université de Sherbrooke
Engagements
2025
- Canadian Bar National Child and Youth Law, Québec Section
- Canadian Bar National Child and Youth Law Section
2023 to 2026
- Director, Fédération pour le saumon atlantique (FQSA)
Mentions
2026
- Recognized by Best Lawyers in the ''Ones to Watch in Canada'' category - Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice
Expertise
2
Aboriginal and Indigenous Law
The professionals at Cain Lamarre have mastered the often sensitive and complex aspects of Aboriginal and Indigenous Law. With locations near a number of Indigenous communities, they are attuned to the unique legal issues of Indigenous peoples.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
It can be difficult to navigate the reputational, financial and sometimes emotional risks involved in litigation. Cain Lamarre is known for its thorough, pragmatic approach to these issues, backed by experienced lawyers, mediators, arbitrators and even former judges.