Robert Riopelle, Partner
Telephone: (613) 834-4800
Fax: (613) 834-4828
Email: robert@rglaw.ca
Robert is the managing partner of Riopelle Group Professional Corporation. He is bilingual and was called to the bar in February 1997.
Robert earned his Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Ottawa (French Common Law program), as well as a Bachelor of Social Sciences and Bachelor of Business Administration.
Areas of Practice
· Corporate law
· Business law
· Residential and commercial real estate
Professional Activities
Robert is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the County of Carleton Law Association.
Community Involvement
Robert has a keen interest in politics and has volunteered with various boards and community projects. He has also been a coach and parent volunteer for many of his children’s teams and activities as they have grown up.
Eleanor Baccega, Partner
Telephone: (705) 264-9591
Fax: (705) 264-1393
Email: eleanor@rglaw.ca
Eleanor Baccega is a partner with Riopelle Group Professional Corporation.
She was admitted to the bar in January 2008 after earning a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Ottawa in 2006. Eleanor also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hon.) degree from Carleton University.
Areas of Practice
· Corporate law
· Business law
· Residential and commercial real estate
· Wills and Estates
· Notary services
Professional Activities
Eleanor is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Cochrane Law Association.
Community Involvement
Since 2016, Eleanor has served as the President of Anti-Hunger Coalition Timmins (ACT), a local food security charity. She has also previously represented local businesses as a member of the Board of Directors for the Timmins Chamber of Commerce and is a strong supporter of many local non-profit organizations.
Mélanie M. Nylund, Partner
Telephone: (613) 834-4800
Fax: (613) 834-4828
Email: melanie@rglaw.ca
Mélanie Nylund is a partner with Riopelle Group Professional Corporation.
She is bilingual and was called to the bar in 2011. Mélanie holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Ottawa (French Common Law program) and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Alberta.
Areas of Practice
· Real Estate Law
· Family Law
· Wills and Estates
Professional Activities
Mélanie is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the County of Carleton Law Association. She is also a member of Business Networking International and the Collaborative Family Law Practice.
Sonia Migneault, Associate
Telephone: (705) 264-9591
Fax: (705) 264-1393
Email: sonia@rglaw.ca
Sonia Migneault is an associate with Riopelle Group Professional Corporation.
She is bilingual and was called to the bar in June 2014. Sonia graduated from the Université de Moncton with a Bachelor of Laws degree in 2013 and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Laurentian University in 2010.
Areas of Practice
· Residential Real Estate Law
· Wills and Estates
· Privacy and Data Governance
· Federal Crown agent for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada
Professional Activities
Sonia is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Cochrane Law Association.
Community Involvement
Sonia is a member of the Advocacy in Action Committee with the Timmins Chamber.
Steph Salo, Associate
Telephone: (705) 264-9591
Fax: (705) 264-1393
Email: steph@rglaw.ca
Steph Salo is an associate lawyer at Riopelle Group Professional Corporation.
He is bilingual and was called to the bar in June 2015 after earning a Juris Doctor from Thompson Rivers University in 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree from the University of Ottawa.
Areas of Practice
· Federal Crown agent for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada
· Provincial Offences Act prosecutor
Professional Activities
Steph is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Cochrane Law Association.
Claire Dutrisac, Associate
Telephone: (613) 834-4800
Fax: (613) 834-4828
Email: claire@rglaw.ca
Claire is an associate lawyer at Riopelle Group Professional Corporation.
She is bilingual and was called to the bar in 2019. Claire earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Licence en droit (LL.L) diplomas in the Programme de droit canadien at the University of Ottawa, where she studied both Common Law and Québec Civil Law. She has an undergraduate degree in Conflict Studies and Human Rights (Honours) from the University of Ottawa.
Areas of Practice
· Real Estate Law
· Family Law
· Wills and Estates
Professional Activities
Claire is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario.
Community Involvement
Claire is deeply committed to giving back to the community through various roles by advocating for language rights and recognizing the significant contribution of our Canadian military members.
Anabelle Rubenstein, Articling Student
Telephone: (613) 834-4800
Fax: (613) 834-4828
Email: anabelle@rglaw.ca
Anabelle Rubenstein graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Juris Doctor in law in May 2026. She also holds a degree in political science from the University of Ottawa. Anabelle is fluent in both English and French. Anabelle is working from our Orleans office.
Areas of Practice
· Real Estate Law
· Family Law
· Wills and Estates
Professional Activities
Claire is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario.
Community Involvement
Claire is deeply committed to giving back to the community through various roles by advocating for language rights and recognizing the significant contribution of our Canadian military members.
Denae Taylor, Articling Student
Telephone: (705) 264-9591
Fax: (705) 264-1393
Email: dtaylor@rglaw.ca
Denae Taylor graduated in May 2026 from the University of Windsor, Faculty of Law, as a Juris Doctor. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Honours from the University of Windsor. Denae is working from our Timmins office.
Areas of Practice
· Real Estate Law
· Family Law
· Wills and Estates
Professional Activities
Claire is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario.
Community Involvement
Claire is deeply committed to giving back to the community through various roles by advocating for language rights and recognizing the significant contribution of our Canadian military members.
Philipe Hoff Hamann, Partner
Telephone: (705) 264-9591
Fax: (705) 264-1393
Email: philipe@rglaw.ca
Philipe is a partner at Riopelle Group Professional Corporation. He is bilingual and was called to the bar in 2022. Phil completed his Juris Doctor degree through the French Common Law program at the University of Ottawa. In addition, he holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of Ottawa.
Areas of Practice
· Corporate & Commercial Law
· Wills and Estates
· Real Estate Law
· Federal Crown agent for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada
· Provincial Offences Act prosecutor
Professional Activities
Philipe is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Cochrane Law Association
Community Involvement
Philipe has been a member of the Regional Cooperative Committee of the Caisse Alliance since 2023. He is also a member of the Committee of Adjustment of the City of Timmins, and a proud native of Hearst, dedicated to serving his community and staying connected with his roots.
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service by this firm, Robert is an amazing Lawyer one of a kind.. Had couple of transactions with them found them the best handling buying and selling processing. highly recommended.HABES MOTORS2026-05-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have retained the Riopelle Group over the past several years for a number of real estate transactions and more recently, with managing estate issues. Robert and Melanie provide clear advice, and they are very knowledgeable, pleasant and responsive. I recommend their services.Nancy Paradis2026-02-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hazem Bakr2025-09-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Claire Dutrisac through the years and have referred her to many of my friends and family. I can’t say enough good things about how she approaches her work. She’s methodical and precise. For any wills and estates needs, see Claire Dutrisac from Riopelle Group.HVAC Titan2024-12-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow that great company. I recently bought house with my son and recommended Riopelle Group all my friends and family.Dawn and Robert are amazing people and very knowledgeable about the business.They have been there for me when I needed them most. I appreciate all a team for their efforts to make it happen in short a time of period. I am Thankful to all 🙏maya2024-05-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gary Langton2024-04-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend reaching out to Claire and Riopelle Group they helped me out to do what I thought could not be done. Thank you!anthonymygalaxy2023-11-17