Retain the professional services of the law firm RACICOT CHANDONNET to represent the City's interests in the legal proceedings initiated by CONSTRUCTION SOCAM LTÉE and authorize an expenditure of $315,958.46 for this purpose.

This decision concerns the engagement of professional legal services from the law firm Racicot Chandonnet to represent the interests of the City of Montreal in a judicial proceeding. The proceeding has been initiated by Construction Socam Ltée. The Executive Committee has approved an expenditure of $315,958.46 CAD for these services. This matter falls under the purview of the Legal Affairs Department, specifically the Civil Affairs Directorate. The allocation is designated as 100% Agglomeration. The file number associated with this decision is 1238961003, and the decision number is CE23 1382. The selected supplier is Racicot Chandonnet Ltée. The primary objective is to ensure the City's legal interests are adequately represented throughout the litigation process initiated by Construction Socam Ltée. This involves providing expert legal counsel and representation in court or other legal forums as required. The authorized budget of $315,958.46 is specifically allocated to cover the fees and disbursements associated with the firm's representation in this complex legal matter. The decision underscores the City's commitment to managing its legal challenges effectively and protecting its financial and operational interests through specialized legal expertise.

This is a consulting contract in the construction and civil works sector. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 315,958.

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