Sébastien Gariépy
About Sébastien Gariépy
Sébastien Gariépy serves as Senior Legal Counsel at Optel Group in Canada, a position he has held since 2018. He specializes in various areas of law, including Gaming Law and Intellectual Property Law, and has extensive experience in international business transactions.
Work at Optel Group
Sébastien Gariépy has served as Senior Legal Counsel at Optel Group since 2018. In this role, he provides legal guidance that aligns with the company's commercial objectives. He is recognized for his ability to deliver legal solutions within tight deadlines, ensuring that the company's operations remain compliant with applicable laws. His responsibilities include interacting with various governmental agencies across the Americas and Europe, facilitating legal processes that support the company's business activities.
Education and Expertise
Sébastien Gariépy holds a Master of Laws from Whittier Law School, which he completed in 2006. He also earned a Bachelor of Law from Université De Sherbrooke, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. His educational background is complemented by additional studies in Legal Studies at Université De Sherbrooke in 1998-1999. Gariépy specializes in multiple areas of law, including Gaming Law, Licensing, Transactional Law, Civil and Commercial Litigations, Business Law, Information Technology Law, and Intellectual Property Law.
Background
Sébastien Gariépy has a diverse legal background that spans several years and jurisdictions. His experience includes representing clients in complex international business transactions, particularly those involving intellectual property. He has developed exceptional transactional skills that enable him to navigate the legal complexities associated with international dealings, particularly in countries such as the USA, Mexico, Brazil, and China.
Achievements
Sébastien Gariépy is recognized for his leadership in maintaining commercial objectives on sound legal grounds. He frequently assists senior management in commercial negotiations abroad and manages the hiring of foreign lawyers. His ability to deliver legal solutions efficiently has contributed to the successful execution of international business transactions, reinforcing his role as a key legal advisor within Optel Group.