Michel Legendre

Expert guidance through a complex pension litigation matter

I engaged Michel Legendre of Stikeman Elliott to represent our company in a highly contentious pension plan litigation. The dispute involved intricate fiduciary duty claims and complex tax implications for our plan's structure. From our first consultation, Michel's deep, specialized knowledge in both employee benefits and tax law was immediately apparent. He didn't just understand the statutes; he grasped the nuanced financial and operational pressures our business faced. Over his six years of practice, he has clearly developed a formidable expertise in litigation pension issues, which was evident in his strategic approach. Michel meticulously deconstructed the opposing counsel's arguments and guided us through every step with clear, actionable advice. His recognition in both Employee Benefits Law and Tax Law was well-earned and provided us immense confidence. The outcome was a highly favorable settlement that protected our company's financial interests and resolved the tax exposure concerns we had. Michel is not only a brilliant and precise attorney but also a pragmatic advisor who listens. I would recommend his services to any Austin-based business navigating the treacherous waters of benefits litigation.