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29344
Barreau du Québec v. Christina McCullock-Finney
(Quebec) (Civil) (By Leave)
(Publication ban in case) (Sealing order)
Docket
Judgments on applications for leave to appeal are rendered by the Court, but are not necessarily unanimous.
| Date | Proceeding | Filed By (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| 2005-03-31 | Appeal closed | |
| 2005-03-31 | Certificate of taxation issued to, parties | |
| 2005-03-31 |
Decision on the bill of costs, taxed at the amount of $12,070.17, Reg, On June 10, 2004, the Supreme Court dismissed the appeal with costs to the respondent on a solicitor and client basis. Taking care to stress that it awards costs on this basis only "in exceptional cases", the Court concluded that this case was an appropriate one given that "the respondent represented herself until the case came before this Court, where a lawyer agreed to represent her", and that "[t]he ... appeal raised issues of general importance" going beyond "her particular case" ([2004] 2 S.C.R. 17, at para. 48). The Barreau du Québec has paid the fees and disbursements of counsel for the respondent, as indicated by the acquittance filed in the record. However, the acquittance, as corroborated by the correspondence relating to the taxation, indicates clearly that it does not cover any claims the respondent herself may have. The respondent has filed a bill of costs, which the appellant contests. The respondent was represented by counsel beginning on June 23, 2003, that is, after the Court had granted the application for leave on April 17, 2003 and after the motion for directions concerning sealed portions of the record had been filed. As I mentioned in the first paragraph, it is clear that the Court awarded costs to the respondent on a solicitor and client basis, and I cannot accept the appellant’s argument that awarding costs to the respondent on that basis would amount to [translation] "granting compensation for damages that were not awarded by this Court". It remains to calculate the appropriate amount in light of the fact that the respondent is a lay litigant. Based on the principles set out in Metzner v. Metzner, File No. 28208, "the award should be made on a quantum meruit basis", taking into account "the particular circumstances of the case". The number of hours the respondent spent on her case is now the only point to be settled. I have carefully analysed the number of hours claimed in the respondent’s bill of costs in light of the work to be done, the documents filed and the fact that the overall circumstances of the case had destroyed any confidence the respondent may have had in the pleadings filed by the appellant, which led her to scrutinize every document that was filed. Considering all these factors and every litigant’s obligation to be efficient in preparing for court proceedings, I am reducing the number of hours claimed by the respondent to 120 hours at the rate of $100 an hour. The respondent is also entitled to the $70.17 in disbursements claimed in her bill of costs. The bill of costs is taxed accordingly. Allowed in part, no order as to costs |
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| 2005-02-17 | Submission of the bill of costs, Reg | |
| 2005-02-15 | Correspondence received from, C. Finney dated Feb. 14, 2005 (fax copy) re: in response to Mr. St.Onge's letter | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2005-02-14 | Correspondence received from, J. St-Onge dated Feb. 14, 2005 (fax copy) re: in response to Mr. Pratte and Mrs. Finney's letters | Barreau du Québec |
| 2005-02-10 | Correspondence received from, C. Finney dated Feb. 9, 2005 (fax copy) re: in response to G. Pratte's letter | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2005-02-04 | Correspondence received from, G. Pratte dated Feb. 4, 2005 (fax copy) re: in response to Me Dumas and Ms. Finney's letters | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2005-02-03 | Reply to the bill of costs, (Letter Form), from C. McCullock-Finney dated Feb. 3, 2005 (fax copy), Completed on: 2005-02-03 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2005-02-02 | Response to the bill of costs, (Letter Form), from C. Dumas dated Feb. 2, 2005 (fax copy), Completed on: 2005-02-02 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-11-10 | Bill of costs, (fax copy)(filed by McCullock-Finney herself), Completed on: 2005-02-10 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2004-09-15 | Record returned to the Registrar of the Court of Appeal | |
| 2004-07-22 | Appeal closed | |
| 2004-06-11 | Judgment on appeal and notice of deposit of judgment sent to all parties | |
| 2004-06-10 |
Judgment on the appeal rendered, CJ Ia Ma Ba Bi Arb LeB, The appeal from the judgment of the Court of Appeal of Quebec (Montreal), Number 500-09-007583-990, dated June 14, 2002, heard on February 12, 2004 is dismissed. Costs are awarded to the respondent in this Court on a solicitor and client basis. Dismissed, costs on a solicitor client basis |
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| 2004-02-24 | Transcript received, (64 pages) | |
| 2004-02-12 | Judgment reserved OR rendered with reasons to follow | |
| 2004-02-12 | Acknowledgement and consent for video taping of proceedings | |
| 2004-02-12 |
Hearing of the appeal, 2004-02-12, CJ Ia Ma Ba Bi Arb LeB Judgment reserved |
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| 2004-02-12 | Respondent's condensed book, SEALED material | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2004-02-12 | Appellant's condensed book, 14 copies recvd in court | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-02-11 | Notice of appearance, from Mr. Hélie by phone | Attorney General of Canada |
| 2004-02-04 | Correspondence (sent by the Court) to, Mr. Pratte responding to his letter of Jan. 22/04 | |
| 2004-02-03 | Notice of appearance, from Gowling | Federation of Law Societies of Canada |
| 2004-02-02 | Notice of appearance, Vincent O'Donnell, Raymond Doray and Jean St-Onge will be present at hearing. | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-01-23 | Order on motion to extend time | |
| 2004-01-23 |
Decision on motion to extend time, to serve and file the appellant's factum on cross-appeal to Jan. 13/04, Reg Granted |
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| 2004-01-23 | Submission of motion to extend time, Reg | |
| 2004-01-23 | Correspondence received from, G. Pratte dated Jan. 22, 2004 (fax copy) re: S.C.C.'s website | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2004-01-22 | Response to motion to extend time, C. Christie (by e-mail), Completed on: 2004-01-22 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2004-01-13 | Motion to extend time, to file the factum under R. 29.4 to Jan. 13, 2004, Completed on: 2004-01-13 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-01-13 | Appellant's book of authorities - cross appeal, pursuant to rule 29(4), Completed on: 2004-01-14 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-01-13 | Appellant's record - cross appeal, pursuant to rule 29(4) | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-01-13 | Appellant's factum - cross appeal, pursuant to rule 29(4), Completed on: 2004-01-14 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2004-01-05 |
Order by, Ma, À LA SUITE DES DEMANDES de la Fédération des ordres professionnels de juristes du Canada et du Procureur général du Canada visant à obtenir l'autorisation d'intervenir dans l'appel susmentionné et suite à l'ordonnance du 4 novembre 2003; IL EST EN OUTRE ORDONNÉ que la plaidoirie des intervenants soit ainsi limitée à quinze (15) minutes chacun. Granted |
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| 2003-12-30 | Book of authorities, Completed on: 2003-12-30 | Federation of Law Societies of Canada |
| 2003-12-30 | Intervener's factum, Completed on: 2003-12-30 | Federation of Law Societies of Canada |
| 2003-12-30 | Book of authorities, Completed on: 2003-12-30 | Attorney General of Canada |
| 2003-12-30 | Intervener's factum, Completed on: 2003-12-30 | Attorney General of Canada |
| 2003-12-24 | Respondent's factum - cross appeal, pursuant to rule 29(3) [joint with factum on appeal], Completed on: 2003-12-24 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-12-24 | Respondent's book of authorities, Completed on: 2003-12-24 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-12-24 | Respondent's record, Vol. I & II (vol. II sealed), Completed on: 2003-12-24 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-12-24 | Respondent's factum, (sealed) + 1 blacked out copy [cross-appeal pursuant to rule 29(3) included], Completed on: 2003-12-24 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-12-19 | Notice of hearing sent to parties, (revised) | |
| 2003-12-18 | Order on motion to adjourn the hearing of the appeal, (BY CHIEF JUSTICE) | |
| 2003-12-18 |
Decision on motion to adjourn the hearing of the appeal, CJ, Following the order dated December 18, 2003 of Justice LeBel, it is further ordered that this appeal be adjourned to February 12, 2004. Granted |
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| 2003-12-18 | Order on miscellaneous motion, (BY LEBEL J.) | |
| 2003-12-18 |
Decision on miscellaneous motion, for an order clarifying the order dated October 22, 2003, LeB, I have reviewed the motion and documents filed by the respondent in support of the motion, the appellant's response and the respondent's reply. From a review of the record, it appears that the respondent was granted access to all material which was part of the court record, and which was considered to be under seal. There is no ground for finding that the respondent should not have filed its factum in compliance with the rules of the Court and according to the order dated October 22, 2003. For these reasons, the respondent's motion is dismissed in respect of the conclusion sought, namely, that the appellant has not yet complied with the October 22, 2003, order of the Court. The respondent's factum, record and book of authorities may be filed and served within 4 days of the date of the present order. The respondent is also permitted to make oral submission at the hearing of the appeal. The request for an adjournment of the hearing scheduled to be held on January 13, 2004 is referred to the Chief Justice. Dismissed |
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| 2003-12-17 | Notice of change of counsel, from M. Richard to William J. Atkinson of McCarthy Tétrault | Federation of Law Societies of Canada |
| 2003-12-16 | Submission of motion to adjourn the hearing of the appeal, CJ | |
| 2003-12-16 | Submission of miscellaneous motion, LeB | |
| 2003-12-12 | Reply to miscellaneous motion, (book form), Completed on: 2003-12-12 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-12-08 | Response to miscellaneous motion, (bookform), Completed on: 2003-12-11 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-11-27 | Motion to adjourn the hearing of the appeal, Completed on: 2003-11-27 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-11-27 | Supplemental document, corrected Form 25B [without sealed document] (see order of 10/22/03) | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-11-27 | Notice of miscellaneous motion, for clarification of the Order dated Oct. 22/03, for an extension of time to file factum, record & authorities to Dec. 12/03 and to adjourn hearing (book form), Completed on: 2003-11-27 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-11-25 | Correspondence received from, Jean Saint-Onge dated 11/24/03 re: access to exhibits D-1 to D-6 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-11-24 | Notice of hearing sent to parties | |
| 2003-11-20 |
Judgment of the Court on the application for leave to cross-appeal, The application for leave to cross-appeal from the judgment of the Court of Appeal of Quebec (Montreal), Number 500-09-007583-990, dated June 14, 2002, is dismissed without costs. Dismissed, without costs |
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| 2003-11-20 |
Decision on motion to extend time, The application for an extension of time is granted Granted |
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| 2003-11-20 |
Appeal hearing scheduled, 2004-02-12, (previously Jan. 13/04) Judgment reserved |
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| 2003-11-19 | Correspondence received from, G. Pratte dated Nov. 19, 2003 and adressed to J. St-Onge (fax copy) re: sealed envelope | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-11-19 | Correspondence received from, G. Pratte dated Nov. 19, 2003 (fax copy) re: Court's order dated Oct. 22, 2003 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-11-04 | Order on motion for leave to intervene, (BY MAJOR J.) | |
| 2003-11-04 |
Decision on the motion for leave to intervene, Ma, La demande d'autorisation d'intervenir présentée par la Fédération des ordres professionnels de juristes du Canada est accordée; la requérante aura le droit de signifier et déposer un mémoire de 20 pages au plus. La demande d'autorisation d'intervenir présentée par le Procureur général du Canada est accordée; le requérant aura le droit de signifier et déposer un mémoire de 20 pages au plus. Les demandes visant à présenter une plaidoirie seront examinées après la réception et l'examen de l'argumentation écrite des parties et des intervenants. Les intervenants n'auront pas le droit de produire d'autres éléments de preuve ni d'ajouter quoi que ce soit au dossier des parties. Conformément au par. 59(1)(a) des Règles de la Cour suprême du Canada, les intervenants paieront à l'appelant et à l'intimée tous débours supplémentaires résultant de leur intervention. Granted |
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| 2003-11-04 | Submission of motion for leave to intervene, Ma | |
| 2003-10-22 | Order on motion to extend time | |
| 2003-10-22 |
Decision on motion to extend time, to serve and file the appellant's response to the respondent's motion for directions to May 28/03, Reg Granted |
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| 2003-10-22 | Submission of motion to extend time, Reg | |
| 2003-10-22 | Order on miscellaneous motion, (BY LEBEL J.) | |
| 2003-10-22 |
Decision on miscellaneous motion, LeB, The Appellant's certificate in Form 25B shall be corrected to state that there is a sealing order and a ban on the publication of evidence or the names or identity of a party or witness on record and give the details of the sealing order and ban and include a copy of any written order. 2. The Respondent's counsel is granted access to Exhibits D1 through D6 for the purposes of reviewing these documents to determine if they are relevant. 3. The publication ban in Exhibits D1 through D6 respecting file numbers and names of persons involved is upheld. 4. The Respondent's counsel is ordered to advise the Court and the Appellant within 30 days of receipt of Exhibits D1 through D6 and any other documents to which it previously did not have access whether counsel believes these documents are relevant to the Respondent's case and will be relied on in the appeal of this matter. 5. The Respondent is given 30 days following receipt of Exhibits D1 through D6 or any other document to which it did not previously have access to file its factum. Granted |
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| 2003-10-22 | Submission of miscellaneous motion, LeB | |
| 2003-10-20 | All material on the application for leave to cross-appeal submitted to the Judges, Ia Bi LeB | |
| 2003-10-20 | Submission of motion to extend time, Ia Bi LeB | |
| 2003-10-06 | Reply to the memorandum in response to the argument on cross-appeal, (Letter Form), from Christina Christie (Borden Ladner) dated 10/06/03 re: will not be filing a reply (original rec'd Oct. 8/03), Completed on: 2003-10-06 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-10-02 | Appeal perfected for hearing | |
| 2003-10-01 | Motion to extend time, to serve and file the Factum, Record and Book of Authorities to two weeks after decision on Motion for Directions, Completed on: 2003-10-01 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-26 | Memorandum of argument in response to the cross-appeal, Completed on: 2003-09-26 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-09-16 | Motion to extend time, to serve and file an application for leave to cross-appeal (joint with leave to cross-appeal), Completed on: 2003-09-16 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-16 | Application for leave to cross-appeal, (joint with an extension of time), Completed on: 2003-09-16 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-16 | Supplemental document, (suppl. documents on motion for directions) - book form - 3 copies | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-15 | Response to the motion for leave to intervene, (Letter Form), from S. Roussel dated Sept. 12, 2003 (fax copy) re: intervention by Fédération des ordres professionnels, Completed on: 2003-09-15 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-09-12 | Correspondence received from, A.M. Dodek re: will file supplemental material on motion for directions and advising Deschamps J. and Fish J. were involved at the Quebec C/A | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-12 | Response to the motion for leave to intervene, re: intevention by Fed. of Law Societies, Completed on: 2003-09-12 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-09 | Response to the motion for leave to intervene, re: intervention by A.G. Canada, Completed on: 2003-09-09 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-09-08 | Response to the motion for leave to intervene, (Letter Form), from S. Roussel dated Sept. 5, 2003 (fax copy) re: intervention by A.G. Canada, Completed on: 2003-09-08 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-09-02 | Motion for leave to intervene, Completed on: 2003-09-02 | Federation of Law Societies of Canada |
| 2003-08-29 | Motion for leave to intervene, Completed on: 2003-08-29 | Attorney General of Canada |
| 2003-08-05 | Appellant's book of authorities, Vol. I & II, Completed on: 2003-08-05 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-08-05 | Appellant's record, Vol. I & II, Completed on: 2003-08-05 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-08-05 | Appellant's factum, Completed on: 2003-08-05 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-07-08 | Correspondence received from, A. Dodek of Borden, Ladner dated July 8, 2003 re: requesting to not submit the motion before filing suppl. submissions | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-06-23 | Correspondence received from, from G. Pratte of Borden Ladner Gervais, now counsel for the respondent dated June 23/03 re: Carole Brown of Borden Ladner Gervais to act as Ottawa agent (by fax- original rec'd June 27/03) | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-05-30 | Reply to miscellaneous motion, (by fax) (original and service rec'd June 2/03), Completed on: 2003-06-02 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-05-27 | Response to miscellaneous motion, Completed on: 2003-05-29 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-05-27 | Motion to extend time, to serve and file the response to the motion for directions to May 28/03, Completed on: 2003-05-27 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-05-22 | Acknowledgement and consent for video taping of proceedings, from respondent | |
| 2003-05-22 | General proceeding, confirmation that the respondent will represent herself and will make oral submission | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-05-22 | Notice of miscellaneous motion, to obtain directions regarding the document entitled "attestation du demandeur" dated Sept. 6, 2002, Completed on: 2003-05-22 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2003-05-15 | Notice of appeal, Completed on: 2003-05-15 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-05-14 | Correspondence received from, J. V. O'Donnell, Q.C. dated May 13/03 re: do not intend to file constitutional question and confirmed tentative date of Jan. 13/04 for hearing | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-05-01 | Letter advising the parties of tentative hearing date and filing deadlines (Leave granted) | |
| 2003-04-25 | Appeal court record, (4 boxes - joint with Trial Court record) | |
| 2003-04-22 | Judgment on leave sent to the parties | |
| 2003-04-17 |
Judgment of the Court on the application for leave to appeal, The application for leave to appeal from the judgment of the Court of Appeal of Quebec (Montreal), Number 500-09-007583-990, dated June 14, 2002, is granted. Granted |
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| 2003-03-17 | All materials on application for leave submitted to the Judges, Ia Bi LeB | |
| 2003-01-16 | Affidavit, de/from P. Gauthier, D. Marsolais, S. Dickson (voir ordonnance/see order) | Barreau du Québec |
| 2003-01-08 |
Decision on motion to extend time, (pour produire des affidavits supplémentaires au soutien de la demande au 4 déc./to file supplemental affidavits in support of leave applicationto Dec. 4), G Granted |
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| 2003-01-02 | Submission of motion to extend time, G | |
| 2002-12-09 | Response to motion to extend time, Completed on: 2002-12-09 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2002-12-04 | Motion to extend time, (pour produire des affidavits supplémentaires au soutien de la demande/to file supplemental affidavits in support of leave application), Completed on: 2002-12-04 | Barreau du Québec |
| 2002-10-28 | Letter acknowledging receipt of a complete application for leave to appeal | |
| 2002-10-07 | Respondent's response on the application for leave to appeal, (Letter Form), from C.A. Finney dated Oct. 7, 2002 (fax copy)(hand writing) re: does not intend to respond, Completed on: 2002-10-07 | Christina McCullock-Finney |
| 2002-09-10 | Application for leave to appeal, (vol. 1 et 2), Completed on: 2002-10-28 | Barreau du Québec |
Parties
Please note that in the case of closed files, the “Status” column reflects the status of the parties at the time of the proceedings. For more information about the proceedings and about the dates when the file was open, please consult the docket of the case in question.
Main parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Barreau du Québec | Appellant | Active |
v.
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| McCullock-Finney, Christina | Respondent | Active |
Other parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney General of Canada | Intervener | Active |
| Federation of Law Societies of Canada | Intervener | Active |
Counsel
Party: Barreau du Québec
Counsel
Heab Saint-Onge
Raymond Doray
Jean Saint-Onge
Odette Jobin-Laberge
4000 - 1, Place Ville-Marie
Montréal, Quebec
H3B 4M4
Telephone: (514) 871-1522
FAX: (514) 871-8977
Email: jvodonne@lavery.qc.ca
Agent
111, rue Champlain
Gatineau, Quebec
J8X 3R1
Telephone: (819) 771-7393
FAX: (819) 771-5397
Email: s.roussel@noelassocies.com
Party: McCullock-Finney, Christina
Counsel
Adam M. Dodek
Susie Paquette
100 - 1100 Queen Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1P 1J9
Telephone: (613) 237-5160
FAX: (613) 230-8842
Email: gpratte@blgcanada.com
Agent
World Exchange Plaza
1100 - 100 Queen Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1P 1J9
Telephone: (613) 237-5160
FAX: (613) 230-8842
Email: cbrown@blgcanada.com
Party: Attorney General of Canada
Counsel
Michel F. Denis
9e étage, Tour est
200, boul. René-Lévesque ouest
Montréal, Quebec
H2Z 1X4
Telephone: (514) 283-4808
FAX: (514) 283-9690
Agent
Exchange Tower
130 King Street West, Suite 3400
Toronto, Ontario
M5X 1K6
Telephone: (416) 952-6807
FAX: (416) 973-8253
Email: ggarton@justice.gc.ca
Party: Federation of Law Societies of Canada
Counsel
1170, rue Peel
5e étage
Montréal, Quebec
H3B 4S8
Telephone: (514) 397-4100
FAX: (514) 875-6246
Email: wjatkinson@mccarthy.ca
Agent
2600 - 160 Elgin St
P.O. Box 466, Stn "D"
Ottawa, Ontario
K1P 1C3
Telephone: (613) 233-1781
FAX: (613) 788-3433
Email: henry.brown@gowlings.com
Summary
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In 1990, Mr. B., an attorney, represented the former spouse of the respondent, Christina McCullock Finney, in a matter involving commercial disputes and execution of a divorce judgment. Mr. B. engaged in a series of proceedings against the respondent and threatened her attorney with bankruptcy. The latter filed a complaint with the appellant in 1990 and again in 1991 concerning Mr. B.'s conduct. Mr. B. also represented the respondent's son who, in turn, filed a complaint with the appellant alleging that Mr. B. had failed to appear in court for the presentation of a motion, that he failed to proceed with a hearing without any reason therefore and that he instituted action solidarily against several mis en cause, without reason therefore, before filing a motion to cease representing.
A report of the Professional Inspection Committee filed in November 1990 concluded that Mr. B. was incompetent. The report stated that Mr. B. constituted a danger to his clients, that he discredited the profession, and that he undermined the authority of the courts.
On January 22, 1993, the respondent complained again, alleging that Mr. B. was committing abuses of process. On March 1, 1993, the respondent filed a formal complaint and proposed that a special investigation committee be formed to examine Mr. B.'s conduct. She also requested that a provisional striking off the roll be ordered. On March 12, 1993, the respondent contacted the Office des professions to complain about the Barreau's failure to act; three days later, she instituted an action in damages against the appellant alleging that Mr. B. had committed derogatory acts.
The appellant reacted in March 1994, after the intervention of the Office des professions. The appellant's syndic sought the provisional striking from the roll of Mr. B. and this was obtained on May 19, 1994. The Professional Inspection Committee found Mr. B. guilty on 17 counts. He was struck off the roll for five years.
On December 4, 1998, the Superior Court dismissed the action in damages by the respondent, who appealed to the Court of Appeal. The Court of Appeal sentenced the appellant to pay the respondent $25,000 with interest and the additional indemnity from the date of service.
Lower court rulings
Superior Court of Quebec
500-05-013814-965
Action de l'intimée en dommages matériels, compensatoires, moraux et punitifs contre le demandeur pour manquement à son obligation de protection du public dans le processus disciplinaire de Éric Belhassen, rejetée
Court of Appeal of Quebec (Montréal)
500-09-007583-990
Appel accueilli; demandeur condamné à payer 25 000$ à l'intimée
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