Yvan Houle, General Attorney in the United States
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Maritime · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Partner
Practicing general since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Yvan Houle is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Maritime. Yvan has over 40 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · Maritime
- Handles General, Health Care, and Maritime matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Yvan Houle: Yvan Houle is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Maritime. Yvan has over 40 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Yvan Houle
Yvan concentrates on general, health care, maritime, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yvan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Health Care
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Maritime
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Product Liability
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General cases nationwide
Yvan 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 Yvan agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases nationwide
Yvan takes health care 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 Yvan agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases nationwide
Yvan takes maritime 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 Yvan agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases nationwide
Yvan takes product liability 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 Yvan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Yvan Houle — Over 40 years of the U.S. general experience
Yvan Houle is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Maritime. Yvan has over 40 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Yvan Houle is a lawyer practicing construction, indigenous law, product liability and 3 other areas of law. Yvan has been licensed for 40 years. Yvan practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Montreal, QC.
Yvan's approach to general cases
Yvan Houle is a lawyer practicing construction, indigenous law, product liability and 3 other areas of law. Yvan has been licensed for 40 years. Yvan practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Yvan takes
Yvan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and maritime matters in the United States.
Credentials
Yvan Houle's legal education and bar admissions
University of Ottawa
LL.B. University · 1984
Jurisdictions
Yvan's state bar admissions
Nunavut
2013 · ACTIVE
Québec
1989 · ACTIVE
Ontario
1986 · ACTIVE
Yvan studied at LL.B. University in University of Ottawa.
Law school and academic background
Yvan completed LL.B. University in University of Ottawa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yvan runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Yvan Houle
Yvan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Yvan's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Involvement •fellow, Canadian College of Construction Lawyers and Chair of the Insurance and Bonding Section
membership
Locations
Yvan Houle's office in Montreal
Yvan's primary office is at 1000 de La Gauchetière Street West, Suite 900, Montreal, QC, H3B 5H4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Yvan Houle — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Yvan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Yvan Houle — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yvan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yvan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yvan'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; Yvan 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 Yvan
Yvan 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. Yvan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yvan'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 Yvan Houle
How much does it cost to hire Yvan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yvan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yvan offer a free consultation?
Yvan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yvan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Yvan'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. Yvan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yvan take my case if I'm outside the area?
Yvan evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Yvan'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 Yvan?
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. Yvan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yvan accepting new general clients right now?
Yvan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.