Gilles Lareau, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Environmental, and Government
Practicing business since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Gilles Lareau is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and Government. Gilles has over 40 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Business · Environmental · Government
- Handles Business, Environmental, and Government matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Gilles Lareau: Gilles Lareau is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and Government. Gilles has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Gilles takes on
Gilles concentrates on business, environmental, government, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gilles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Business cases nationwide
Gilles 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 Gilles agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases nationwide
Gilles takes environmental 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 Gilles agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
Gilles takes government 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 Gilles agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Gilles 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 Gilles agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Gilles takes real estate 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 Gilles agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Gilles Lareau — business lawyer in the U.S.
Gilles Lareau is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and Government. Gilles has over 40 years of legal experience.
Gilles Lareau is a lawyer practicing real estate, municipal law, taxation and 3 other areas of law. Gilles has been licensed for 40 years. Gilles practices in Montreal, QC.
Gilles's approach to business cases
Gilles Lareau is a lawyer practicing real estate, municipal law, taxation and 3 other areas of law. Gilles has been licensed for 40 years. Gilles practices in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Gilles takes
Gilles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, environmental, and government matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Université of Sherbrooke
LL.B. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Gilles's state bar admissions
Québec
1986 · ACTIVE
Gilles studied at LL.B. in Université of Sherbrooke.
Law school and academic background
Gilles completed LL.B. in Université of Sherbrooke. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gilles runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Gilles Lareau's office in Montreal
Gilles's primary office is at 1000, De La Gauchetière Street West, Suite 2900, Montreal, QC, H3B 4W5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Gilles Lareau — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gilles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gilles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gilles'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; Gilles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Gilles
Gilles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Gilles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gilles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gilles Lareau
How much does it cost to hire Gilles for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gilles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gilles offer a free consultation?
Gilles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gilles's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Gilles's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Gilles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gilles take my case if I'm outside the area?
Gilles evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Gilles'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 Gilles?
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. Gilles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gilles accepting new business clients right now?
Gilles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.