François Fontaine Ad. E., ADR Attorney in the United States
focused on ADR, Business, and Litigation
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François Fontaine Ad. E. is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation.
- Based in
- Montréal, QUEBEC
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Litigation
- Handles ADR, Business, and Litigation matters from Montréal, QUEBEC.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026).
About François Fontaine Ad. E.: François Fontaine Ad. E. is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by François Fontaine Ad. E.
François concentrates on adr, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case François handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Litigation
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ADR cases nationwide
François takes adr matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before François agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
François takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before François agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
François takes litigation matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before François agrees to represent you.
Biography
About François Fontaine Ad. E. — Attorney of the U.S. adr experience
François Fontaine Ad. E. is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation.
François Fontaine has a wealth of experience as a litigator in civil, corporate and commercial litigation and penal procedure, including white collar crime and regulatory investigations, before all Quebec courts and the Supreme Court of Canada. Mr. Fontaine devotes a significant portion of his practice to representing clients before the courts and tribunals in administrative litigation (including injunctions and judicial review).
Mr. Fontaine has a great deal of experience in fraud and anti-corruption matters, business ethics compliance and crisis management. He has led several investigations in connection with allegations of fraud and corruption, including conducting interviews and examinations, investigating the facts, providing legal opinions and advising clients on legal and reputational risks. Mr. Fontaine counsels clients on compliance with the Canadian Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act and has significant experience in matters involving misappropriation of confidential information, fraudulent financial transactions and tracing and recovery of stolen funds.
He regularly defends corporations in class action suits, particularly in environmental matters. He also participated in the work of the subcommittee responsible for revising civil procedure pertaining to class actions as part of the reform of the Quebec Code of Civil Procedure. From 2003 to 2007, at the invitation of the Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice, Mr. Fontaine conducted a seminar on class actions for new federally appointed judges and in 2004 he was invited to conduct the same seminar for all judges of the Quebec Superior Court at their annual meeting. From 1989 to 1994, Mr. Fontaine taught civil procedure at the Faculty of Law of University of Sherbrooke.
How François handles adr matters
François Fontaine has a wealth of experience as a litigator in civil, corporate and commercial litigation and penal procedure, including white collar crime and regulatory investigations, before all Quebec courts and the Supreme Court of Canada. Mr. Fontaine devotes a significant portion of his practice to representing clients before the courts and tribunals in administrative litigation (including…
Who François represents
François reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and litigation matters in the United States.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of François Fontaine Ad. E.
François has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defendants
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Defendants (2026).
Locations
Office locations for François Fontaine Ad. E. in the U.S.
François's primary office is at Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire François Fontaine Ad. E. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with François usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
François charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain François's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; François will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for François
François discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. François confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
François's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about François Fontaine Ad. E.
How much does it cost to hire François for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. François walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does François offer a free consultation?
François charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain François's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check François's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. François gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can François take my case if I'm outside the area?
François evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside François's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with François?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. François will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is François accepting new adr clients right now?
François's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.