Laurence Ste-Marie — Licensed Attorney
Over 15 years of legal practice
AttorneyatWoods LLP
Practicing law since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Laurence Ste-Marie is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Laurence has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Woods LLP.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- legal services
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Laurence Ste-Marie: Laurence Ste-Marie is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Laurence has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Woods LLP.
Biography
Laurence Ste-Marie, legal attorney serving the U.S.
Laurence Ste-Marie is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Laurence has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Woods LLP. Laurence works from the U.S. and takes on legal matters across the region.
Laurence Ste-Marie is a lawyer. Laurence received a B.A. degree from Université du Québec à Montréal, Faculty of Political Science and Law in 2006, and has been licensed for 15 years. Laurence practices at Woods LLP in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Laurence takes
Laurence reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Laurence studied and practices
Université de Montréal, Faculty of Law
LL.B. York · 2009
Université du Québec à Montréal, Faculty of Political Science and Law
B.A. International · 2006
Jurisdictions
Laurence's state bar admissions
Paris
2015 · ACTIVE
Québec
2013 · ACTIVE
Ontario
2011 · ACTIVE
Laurence studied at LL.B. York in Université de Montréal, Faculty of Law and B.A. International in Université du Québec à Montréal, Faculty of Political Science and Law.
Law school and academic background
Laurence completed LL.B. York in Université de Montréal, Faculty of Law and B.A. International in Université du Québec à Montréal, Faculty of Political Science and Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laurence runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Laurence's professional memberships and bar associations
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND ASSOCIATIONS Associations Canadian Bar Association The Advocates' Society Young Bar of Montreal Young Canadian Arbitration Practitioners
membership
Locations
Laurence Ste-Marie's office in Montreal
Laurence's primary office is at 2000 McGill College Avenue, Suite 1700, Montreal, QC, H3A 3H3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Laurence Ste-Marie — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laurence usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Laurence charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laurence'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; Laurence will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Laurence
Laurence discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Laurence confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Laurence's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Laurence Ste-Marie
How much does it cost to hire Laurence for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laurence walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laurence offer a free consultation?
Laurence charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laurence's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Laurence's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Laurence gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laurence take my case if I'm outside the area?
Laurence evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Laurence'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 Laurence?
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. Laurence will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laurence accepting new legal clients right now?
Laurence's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.