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Twenty-seven-year-old Alexandre Lecomte is a determined person. Originally from France, this young lawyer specialized in a field that is as complex as it is essential: tax law.
Following a successful internship, our Firm offered Alexandre a tax specialist position. His impressive academic career, which includes a Master of Business Law and a diploma from the Haute École des Avocats Conseils, in France, provided Alexandre with a solid foundation for his career.
Every detail counts …
After having worked at Grant Thornton France in Paris, Alexandre decided he wanted to seek new opportunities across the Atlantic. Thanks to its network, Grant Thornton France put him in touch with our Firm. He landed in Québec in January 2022 with one clear objective in mind: becoming the best tax specialist while adapting to his new situation.
“I arrived in Québec in the winter. I literally walked out the airport and did the splits in my runners,” he says laughing.
His days are filled with a variety of challenges: analyzing tax plans and advising companies on their tax and customs strategy, not to mention the endless research he must do to meet the needs of various clients. Every detail counts, each law can make a difference—it’s a reality that pushes Alexandre to constantly expand his knowledge.
A diverse range of companies
What he likes most about his job is the complexity. Tax law is a maze of laws and regulations that Alexandre loves exploring to quickly find the exit! His position within our Firm connects him with diverse companies, from small family sugar shacks to multinationals. This myriad of meetings and challenges allows him to continue to learn and foster his passion for tax law.
His mission: inform and help
Alexandre is involved not only in his work, but also in his community. As the Director-Treasurer of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Canada, Alexandre has the opportunity to help fellow French citizens who, like him, decided to immigrate to Québec to work.
“Helping people is what drives me. I became a lawyer because for me, the Latin word advocatus, which means “a person who supports in trials,” had real meaning for me.” His mission: inform, downplay, explain, find solutions. It gives him the opportunity to get a better feel for local businesses and put people in touch with each other.
Alexandre appreciates both his work and his colleagues. He’s an extrovert. On his first day in the province, he was already chatting with many neighbours! Also, his integration was made easier thanks to his colleagues, whom he found very welcoming.
“I love working at the office,” he exclaims. “I like talking with my colleagues, being able to discuss my ideas with them.” This stimulating work environment and the exchange of ideas are among the things that motivate him.
A place in Québec
Work is not Alexandre’s only love in Québec. He has been able to discover activities in unique settings and excellent Québec food prepared by his friends and colleagues. Furthermore, he enjoys nature as much as the city, going to Tadoussac to see the whales or attending a show in Montréal.
More than ever, Alexandre is determined to learn from the best tax professionals, and he deeply appreciates the level of trust his colleagues show him. There’s no doubt he’ll achieve his goals! His story perfectly illustrates how dedication, passion and a touch of adventure can lead to a successful and fulfilling career.