François R. Achim, MBA
Senior Associate, Co-founder · Business Lawyer
Practice Areas
Profile
François R. Achim is a business lawyer with over fifteen years of experience advising executives, boards of directors, entrepreneurs and growing organizations on complex legal and strategic matters. He is an avocat at ABC Avocats, where his practice focuses on business law, corporate governance, labour and employment law, and technology-driven organizations.
Holding both a law degree and an MBA, Mr. Achim brings a multidisciplinary approach to legal problem-solving, combining legal rigor with financial, operational and strategic insight. He frequently acts as a trusted advisor to senior management and governance bodies on high-impact decisions involving risk management, corporate structuring, compliance, human resources, and organizational growth.
Experience
Prior to joining private practice, Mr. Achim held senior in-house roles, including General Counsel, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Secretary for a technology company operating internationally. In this capacity, he was directly involved in corporate governance, financing rounds, acquisitions, government subsidy programs, labour and employment matters, and the strategic scaling of operations. This experience allows him to assist clients with a practical understanding of business realities and executive-level decision-making.
Mr. Achim advises clients across a wide range of industries, including technology, professional services and regulated environments. His practice places particular emphasis on preventive legal strategies, alternative dispute resolution, and governance structures designed to support sustainable growth. He also regularly assists startups and innovative organizations navigating regulatory, contractual and employment challenges.
Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) — 2008
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) — 2007
Languages
French · English
Bar Admission
Member of the Barreau du Québec since 2009.