Civil Law · Ontario, Canada
Lawyer · Borden Ladner Gervais LLP · Montreal
Hélène Deschamps-Marquis has over 25 years of market-leading experience advising many of Canada’s foremost institutions on managing complex legal and business risks related to cybersecurity, privacy, information technology, and artificial intelligence.
Her practice encompasses AI governance and compliance, incident and breach response, global data protection frameworks, and the negotiation of cross-border technology transactions. She frequently advises boards and general counsel on emerging digital risks and regulatory developments, helping them strengthen organizational resilience and strategic decision-making in a rapidly evolving environment.
Hélène’s clients span sectors including energy, financial services, health care, the public sector, and transportation. Her strategic guidance covers:
An active speaker, lecturer, and thought leader in Canada and internationally, Hélène contributes to shaping the ethical and regulatory landscape for digital transformation, particularly in AI governance, cybersecurity law, and privacy protection.