biography
Me Sylvain Schneider is the founder of Schneider Attorneys Inc., established in October 2004. With over two decades of legal experience, he has built a strong reputation for delivering strategic, results-driven representation across complex legal matters.
His practice focuses on Real Estate Law, Estate Law, Construction Law, and Civil and Commercial Litigation, serving a diverse clientele that includes individuals, property owners, real estate professionals, contractors, and commercial landlords.
From a litigation standpoint, Me Schneider represents both commercial and residential clients in a wide range of disputes, including landlord-tenant matters, latent defects, real estate commission claims, neighbour disputes, and property-related damage claims. He is also actively involved in estate and succession litigation, representing heirs and liquidators in contested matters.
In addition to litigation, Me Schneider provides extensive experience in drafting and negotiating complex agreements, including commercial leases, purchase and sale agreements, brokerage and commission agreements, employment contracts within the real estate sector, and non-disclosure agreements.
In the field of construction law, he advises and represents condominium syndicates, property owners, and contractors, particularly in matters involving legal and conventional hypothecs.
Over the course of his career, Me Schneider has successfully appeared before the Régie du logement (Rental Board), the Court of Québec, the Superior Court, and the Court of Appeal, advocating for his clients with precision and efficiency.
His client base ranges from individual homeowners and heirs to large-scale commercial landlords and real estate professionals, reflecting the breadth and adaptability of his practice.
Prior to founding his firm, Me Schneider served as in-house legal counsel for a major international financial and insurance services organization, where he focused on securities, insurance, and business law.
He obtained his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of Montreal in 1996 and is a member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec.
Me Schneider is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew.
Areas of expertise
- Real Estate Law
- Estate Law
- Construction Law
- Civil and Commercial Litigation
Academic Profile
- Université de Montréal (LL.B., civil law, 1993-1996)
Publications
Honours and Affiliations
- Member in good standing of the Barreau du Quebec
- Past Member of Business Network International
- Past Member of the University Club
Bar Admissions
- Quebec -1999



