The initial consultation is the first contact with the lawyer. This meeting makes it possible to identify and revise the objectives on the key points of the case as well as to develop an action plan and a strategy, considering the best interests of the litigant. This allows you to establish a budget and plan the best payment option for your situation.

The consultation can be done at your convenience by telephone, videoconference, or in person at the St-Laurent office. In order to avoid unnecessary costs, you have the possibility to choose the duration of your consultation according to the time you consider necessary.
Have no fear, your lawyer will be able to support you and guide you in finding the essential elements for your case.

For security reasons, you will need to send us a copy of an identity document (required). If you have already been to court, a copy of the last judgment rendered, as well as any new appearance and/or any document that you deem useful to bring to our attention.

No. you can of course request a consultation in person, but please note that the firm also offers consultations by telephone or videoconference over wide time slots from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., 7 days a week in order to offer maximum availability service outside traditional office hours.

The legal world is a very technical field and your lawyer has the professional skills and abilities to obtain the best possible result in your situation.

Yes, you can represent yourself before the majority of courts in family and youth matters. However, your lawyer is a professional, accustomed to the practices of the courts of the Province. She will best prepare you and work on your file in a fair and adequate manner in order to obtain the best possible result in your situation.

The initial consultation does not bind you and you are completely free not to pursue any services that may be offered to you. However, in the majority of cases, the lawyer will take full charge of your case and you will be guided and supported throughout the procedure and will benefit from a completely personalized service adapted to your needs.

At the end of the initial consultation, the lawyer will be able to determine with you the fees necessary to carry out the mandate depending in particular on the complexity of the file and the time to be devoted to the case. Rest assured that our office will offer you affordable and reasonable prices, in order to allow everyone access to justice.

You will be able to pay your fees by credit card (Visa, MasterCard), Interac transfer or cash payment.

Depending on your situation, and on a case-by-case basis, it will be possible to conclude payment agreements.

Legal aid mandates may be accepted in certain cases, depending on your situation.

An attorney's fee may be charged as a flat rate or at the attorney's hourly rate based on time spent. If your case is not contested by your opponent, you may benefit from a flat fee. The lawyer will be able to determine the pricing method that is most advantageous for you based on the nature of your case.

Yes, your lawyer undertakes to support and represent you throughout the duration of the mandate.

The lawyer is a legal professional in whom you can have complete confidence because she has the skills in family law and youth law to help you in your legal and amicable procedures.

It is possible at any time to settle a case amicably due to negotiations with the opposing party. This is why contested and costly litigation can always be avoided.

Even if you no longer have any contact or contact details for your opposing party, your lawyer can help you find alternative means adapted to your situation.

Don't give up if your mediation attempts fail. The lawyer will be able to offer you alternative solutions in order to pursue your case.