Charles Daviault

Expert guidance through a complex partnership dispute

Our technology startup in San Jose faced a critical and sensitive dispute with a key business partner that threatened to derail our operations. We needed counsel who could navigate the intricate intersection of corporate governance and commercial litigation. Charles Daviault at Gowling WLG was recommended to us, and his involvement proved to be decisive. Despite his primary practice being in Montréal, his grasp of the core legal principles and his strategic approach were seamlessly effective for our California-based issue. Charles demonstrated a nuanced understanding of the contractual complexities and the underlying business stakes from our very first consultation. His recognition in Corporate and Commercial Litigation by Best Lawyers was immediately evident in the precision of his analysis and the clarity of his advice. He guided us through a methodical process, balancing assertive legal positioning with a pragmatic eye toward a resolution that preserved vital business relationships. The result was a favorable settlement achieved without the need for protracted public litigation, saving our company significant time and resources. Charles’s professionalism, combined with his ability to explain sophisticated legal strategies in accessible terms, provided immense reassurance during a stressful period. We are profoundly grateful for his exceptional service and expertise.