André Rousseau, Bankruptcy Attorney in the United States
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation
PartneratLapointe Rosenstein
Practicing bankruptcy since 1980.
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André Rousseau is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation. André has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lapointe Rosenstein.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Litigation
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About André Rousseau: André Rousseau is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation. André has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lapointe Rosenstein.
Areas of practice
Legal matters André takes on
André concentrates on bankruptcy, business, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case André handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Business
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Bankruptcy cases nationwide
André takes bankruptcy 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 André agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
André 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 André agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
André 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 André agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
André 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 André agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet André Rousseau — bankruptcy lawyer in the U.S.
André Rousseau is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation. André has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lapointe Rosenstein.
André Rousseau is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, real estate and 2 other areas of law. André received a degree from Université de Sherbrooke, and has been licensed for 46 years. André practices at Lapointe Rosenstein in Montreal, QC.
André's approach to bankruptcy cases
André Rousseau is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, real estate and 2 other areas of law. André received a degree from Université de Sherbrooke, and has been licensed for 46 years. André practices at Lapointe Rosenstein in Montreal, QC.
Clients André works with
André reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Université de Sherbrooke Civil Law Degree York University in Toronto Political Science Degree
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Jurisdictions
André's state bar admissions
Quebec
1980 · ACTIVE
André studied at — in Université de Sherbrooke Civil Law Degree York University in Toronto Political Science Degree.
Law school and academic background
André completed — in Université de Sherbrooke Civil Law Degree York University in Toronto Political Science Degree. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice André runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
André's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Canadian Institute of Credit National Association of Retail Collection Attorneys
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Locations
André Rousseau's office in Montreal
André's primary office is at 1250 René-Lévesque Boulevard, West, Suite 1400, Montreal, QC, H3B 5E9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lapointe Rosenstein
1250 René-Lévesque Boulevard, West, Suite 1400
Montreal, QC H3B 5E9
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How to hire André Rousseau — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with André usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
André charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain André'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; André will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 André
André discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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. André confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
André's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about André Rousseau
How much does it cost to hire André for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. André walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does André offer a free consultation?
André charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain André's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check André's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in this state typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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. André gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can André take my case if I'm outside the area?
André evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside André'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 André?
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. André will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is André accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
André's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.