Jacques A. Letellier Q.C., Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States

Jacques concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jacques handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Jacques's primary office is at 200 René Lévesque Blvd., E. Twr., 9th Fl., Montreal, QC, H2Z 1X4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jacques usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Jacques discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Jacques for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jacques walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Jacques offer a free consultation?

  Jacques charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacques's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Jacques's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in this state typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Jacques gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Jacques take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Jacques evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Jacques'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 Jacques?

  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. Jacques will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Jacques accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Jacques's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.