Laura Bambara leads Miller Thomson’s Litigation Practice Group in Montréal and specializes in complex commercial litigation, focusing on extraordinary remedies and shareholder rights disputes. She represents adiverse array of clients, including major Canadian and foreign companies, as well as Crown corporations. Laura has participated in numerous high-profile trials, showcasing her expertise in Quebec courts. Her ability to navigate intricate litigation and provide effective solutions is highly valued by her clients.
Laura is an active member of the legal community and has been teaching civil procedure at the École du Barreau du Québec since 2017. She also serves as a supervising lawyer at the Barreau’s Legal Clinic, a volunteer organization that provides legal advice to those in need. Her contributions to the profession, including her articles on directors’ liability, demonstrate her commitment to legal education and knowledge sharing.
Laura earned her LL.B. from the University of Ottawa in 2010. She has received multiple recognitions for her excellence in litigation, including being listed on Benchmark Litigation Canada’s 40 & Under List from 2020 to 2025 and being named a Litigation Star by Benchmark Canada from 2021 to 2025.
Updated Jan 2026
Catucci v. Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc.: Acting as defense counsel for several insurance companies in the class action filed against Valeant Pharmaceuticals.
Fibrek Inc. v. 1600013 Ontario Ltd. et al.: Successfully obtained a 38 million dollar award for the minority shareholders of Fibrek Inc. in relation to Resolute Forest Products’ (formerly AbitibiBowater Inc.) hostile takeover bid of Fibrek.
Groupe Bennett Fleet Inc. v. Hydro-Québec: Acted for HydroQuébec in the successful dismissal of a $28-million damage claim.
Oracle Canada v. CIUSSS du Centre-Sud de l’Ile de Montréal: Acted for Oracle Canada in relation to the renewal of a cloud service agreement for 89 establishments with 85,000 employees.
- Bombardier vs. Eagle Globe Management: Conflict between an aviation manufacturer and a company located in the British Virgin Islands regarding the finish of a luxury, private XRS aircraft and its conformity to contractual requirements.
- Commercial
- Commercial disputes
- Insurance
- Securities
- LL.B., University of Ottawa, 2010
- Quebec, 2011