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Portrait of Michel DesNeiges

Michel DesNeiges

Trial Lawyer (Criminal Law) · Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Criminal Defence Trial Advocacy Environmental Law Legal Education Shinkyokushin Karate

Overview

Michel DesNeiges (also known professionally as Michel L. DesNeiges, Esq. and Michel LeBlanc DesNeiges) is a lawyer based in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. He practices as a trial lawyer specializing in Criminal Law.

Environmental Advocacy

In the 1990s, as a university student, Michel worked on environmental protection projects, producing radio and television programs to raise awareness. In 1999, he spearheaded the creation of a Riverkeeper program that helped restore the Petitcodiac River.

Teaching & Clinics

Beginning in 2007, he directed an environmental law clinic with law students and lectured at universities in New Brunswick, sharing practical insights on criminal defence and environmental law.

Athletics

  • Goaltender on championship hockey teams at the high school level (Mathieu-Martin Matadors), junior level (Moncton Jr. Hawks, Atlantic Junior Canadians), and college level.
  • Won a national title with the Université de Moncton Aigles Bleus (1989–90).

Martial Arts

  • Began training in the early 2000s; earned a black belt with Maritime Shinkyokushin Karate.
  • Trained with leading karate masters in Canada and Japan.

Adventure Travel

Michel has visited 50+ countries over 25 years, including recent trips to Asia and the Himalayas.

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