About Hélène
Hélène Deschamps Marquis: Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Specialist in Montréal, Quebec
As a cybersecurity and privacy law specialist based in Montréal, Quebec, Hélène Deschamps Marquis has over 25 years of experience advising Canada's major institutions on managing complex legal and business risks related to cybersecurity, information technology, privacy, and artificial intelligence. Her expertise spans multiple sectors including energy, financial services, public sector, health care, and transportation.
Practice Areas
- Breach and Incident Response
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Privacy Frameworks and Governance
- Global Data and Privacy Regulations
- Negotiation of Complex Cross-Border Technology Arrangements
- Electronic Commerce, Outsourcing, Research and Development, Mergers and Acquisitions, Financing Agreements
Awards
Hélène has received numerous recognitions including:
- Lawyer of the Year: Information Technology Law in Montréal, Canada (2026)
- Recognized: Information Technology Law by Best Attorney USA since 2015
- Recognized: Privacy and Data Security Law
- Recognized: Technology Law by Best Attorney USA since 2015
Education & Credentials
Hélène completed her studies at Université de Montréal, obtaining a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. She is admitted to practice law in the Province of Quebec and has been recognized by Best Attorney USA since 2015.
Hélène's contributions extend beyond legal work; she actively participates in speaking engagements and workshops across Canada and internationally, contributing to the innovative landscape in digital and technology law, privacy protection, and artificial intelligence ethics. She is also a member of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, where her expertise continues to influence organizational resilience through informed decision-making.
Language
- English
- French
