Me Margot Boucaut has earned her place in the legal profession through a rare combination of intellectual rigor, empathy, and varied professional experience. A member of the Quebec Bar since 2025, she practises criminal law at Lespérance Avocats Inc., bringing the same care and commitment to every case, whether simple or complex.
Holding both a Master's degree in International Politics and International Law and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Quebec at Montreal, Me Boucaut first developed an interest in international relationships and global legal issues. For several years, she worked in the cultural and hospitality sectors, including as Communications Coordinator and Box Office Director for the Montreal Philharmonic Orchestra, and later as an Event Coordinator for a luxury hotel. These experiences taught her organization, diplomacy, and the ability to work effectively under pressure — skills that would later serve her well in law.
In 2018, driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire to make a tangible contribution to society, Me Boucaut decided to return to university to become a lawyer. She began a Certificate in General Law at the University of Montreal in 2019, while working full-time as a Legal Assistant in Family Law. This demanding and courageous career transition marked the start of her true vocation — using the law to serve justice and people.
Continuing her studies at the University of Ottawa, Me Boucaut earned a Licentiate in Civil Law (LL.L.) with cum laude distinction in 2024, reflecting her perseverance and academic excellence. At the École du Barreau in Ottawa, she distinguished herself through her ability to combine legal precision with compassion — two essential qualities in criminal defence.
Her early experience with the CISSS de l’Outaouais, Legal Aid in Sainte-Thérèse, and several private family law firms allowed Me Boucaut to develop strong skills in legal drafting, case-law research, hearing preparation, and procedural management.
During her articling placement at a Gatineau criminal law firm, under the supervision of Me Catherine Barrière-Gratton, Me Boucaut discovered her true calling.
Working within a committed and compassionate team, she embraced criminal law with enthusiasm and conviction. Her supervising lawyer once told her: “Me Boucaut, you may not know it yet, but you are a criminal lawyer.” That experience confirmed that Me Boucaut was exactly where she belonged — at the intersection of intellectual discipline, justice, and empathy.
At Lespérance Avocats Inc., Me Boucaut distinguishes herself through her thoughtful, methodical, and deeply compassionate approach to criminal law. She firmly believes everyone deserves fair representation and respectful treatment, regardless of the accusations they face. For her, practising law is not merely a profession — it is a commitment to truth, dignity, and justice.
Bilingual, organized, and an excellent communicator, Me Boucaut demonstrates exemplary professionalism in every aspect of her work — from case preparation and research to courtroom advocacy. Her colleagues describe her as a dedicated, disciplined, and collaborative lawyer.
Me Boucaut’s current focus is helping expand Lespérance Avocats Inc.’s presence in Maniwaki, Pontiac, and Rapide-Lac. She believes access to justice should never depend on geography and is committed to helping people in remote communities obtain the same quality of legal representation available in major urban centres.
Thanks to her devotion and motivation, Me Boucaut will play a key role in the firm's regional growth, as Lespérance Avocats Inc. prepares to open a new office in Maniwaki, with the support of local representatives. This initiative reflects her dedication to making justice more accessible, particularly for vulnerable populations and those facing social or economic hardship.
Her involvement in this regional expansion embodies a vision of law rooted in proximity, compassion, and equality before justice.
Outside of her practice, Me Boucaut is passionate about travel, cinema, music, and sports. She values these interests as essential to maintaining a healthy balance — where intellectual rigor meets curiosity, creativity, and openness to the world.
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