Valérie Déziel, General Attorney in the United States
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on General and Insurance
Practicing general since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Valérie Déziel is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Valérie has over 29 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montréal, QUEBEC
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance
- Handles General and Insurance matters from Montréal, QUEBEC.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Valérie Déziel: Valérie Déziel is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Valérie has over 29 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Valérie takes on
Valérie concentrates on general and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Valérie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Valérie takes general 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 Valérie agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Valérie takes insurance 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 Valérie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Valérie Déziel — general lawyer in the U.S.
Valérie Déziel is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Valérie has over 29 years of legal experience.
Valérie Déziel represents and advises healthcare institutions, professionals, professional bodies, and trustees. She regularly appears before civil courts and disciplinary bodies. She has a keen interest in personal injury assessments. She is respected by her peers and stands out for her listening skills and the innovative solutions she offers.
How Valérie handles general matters
Valérie Déziel represents and advises healthcare institutions, professionals, professional bodies, and trustees. She regularly appears before civil courts and disciplinary bodies. She has a keen interest in personal injury assessments. She is respected by her peers and stands out for her listening skills and the innovative solutions she offers.
Who Valérie represents
Valérie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and insurance matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Montreal
J.D.
Jurisdictions
Valérie's state bar admissions
Quebec, Barreau du Q
1997 · ACTIVE
Valérie studied at J.D. in University of Montreal.
Law school and academic background
Valérie completed J.D. in University of Montreal. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Valérie runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Valérie has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law (2026).
Locations
Valérie Déziel's office in Montréal
Valérie's primary office is at 417 Rue Saint-Nicolas, Bureau 500, Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Valérie Déziel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Valérie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Valérie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Valérie'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; Valérie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Valérie
Valérie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Valérie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Valérie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Valérie Déziel
How much does it cost to hire Valérie for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Valérie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Valérie offer a free consultation?
Valérie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Valérie's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Valérie's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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. Valérie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Valérie take my case if I'm outside the area?
Valérie evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Valérie'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 Valérie?
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. Valérie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Valérie accepting new general clients right now?
Valérie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.