BCF Strengthens its Expertise in Artificial Intelligence

Montreal, April 2, 2024 - As artificial intelligence tools continue to make their way into the corporate world, more companies are eager to integrate them into their operations.

To facilitate this transition, businesses need adequate support. This is why BCF Business Law is enhancing its expertise in AI and welcoming two new partners, Paul Gagnon and Misha Benjamin. Both distinguished practitioners in artificial intelligence, they will provide guidance to organizations on AI tool integration, technology law, and matters concerning data and intellectual property.

The emergence of this new sector and its rapid growth bring their own set of challenges as more and more countries adopt new legislative frameworks or express the will to legislate AI. BCF Business Law stands out with its partners' extensive experience gained from working with prominent artificial intelligence companies. Paul Gagnon and Misha Benjamin's firsthand knowledge from their roles in diverse technology firms, where AI was central to operations, uniquely positions them to assist companies in comprehending AI and navigating organizational transition into it.

Experienced Lawyers

With over a decade of combined experience in the technology industry, including both serving for over three years at Element AI, a prominent artificial intelligence company now known as ServiceNow Research, Paul Gagnon and Misha Benjamin have comprehensive expertise in technology law, commercial contracts, data management and transactions, open-source software management, and intellectual property. Renowned speakers and authors of numerous publications on artificial intelligence, they are now leveraging their knowledge and skills at BCF Business Law to assist organizations in their adoption of AI technologies.

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"With the unbridled growth of artificial intelligence in all sectors of activity, the arrival of both AI partners strengthens BCF Business Law’s technology expertise. With the addition of Paul and Misha to our team, our clients will be able to navigate the integration of artificial intelligence into their processes."

- Julie Doré, Managing Partner, BCF Business Law

"I am delighted to join the BCF Business Law team! As artificial intelligence is transforming the way we do business, it's essential to have a good understanding of AI, both the benefits and opportunities it brings and the unique challenges it creates. We offer pragmatic, action-oriented advice to build our customers' capabilities when facing challenges posed by artificial intelligence."

- Paul Gagnon, Partner, lawyer, co-leader, technologies and artificial intelligence, BCF Business Law

"The complex and swiftly evolving nature of the AI sector presents challenges for businesses. I am excited to join the BCF Business Law team to assist companies in navigating the integration of AI and their technology and data-related dealings. With a legislative landscape that is constantly evolving, the present moment offers an ideal opportunity to leverage our expertise in this domain to ensure a successful transition to AI for our clients."

- Misha Benjamin, Partner, lawyer, co-leader, technologies and artificial intelligence, BCF Business Law