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Benoit Turmel, Employment Attorney in the United States

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and General · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing employment since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
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Benoit Turmel is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Employment and General. Benoit has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Montreal, QC
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Employment · General
  • Handles Employment and General matters from Montreal, QC.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Benoit Turmel: Benoit Turmel is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Employment and General. Benoit has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Benoit takes on

Benoit concentrates on employment and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benoit handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases nationwide

Benoit takes employment 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 Benoit agrees to represent you.

General cases nationwide

Benoit 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 Benoit agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Benoit Turmel — employment lawyer in the U.S.

Benoit Turmel is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Employment and General. Benoit has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Benoit Turmel is a lawyer practicing labour, employment and human rights, employment law advice, labour relations. Benoit received a B.A. degree from Laval University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Benoit practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Montreal, QC.

Benoit's approach to employment cases

Benoit Turmel is a lawyer practicing labour, employment and human rights, employment law advice, labour relations. Benoit received a B.A. degree from Laval University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Benoit practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Montreal, QC.

Clients Benoit works with

Benoit reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and general matters in the United States.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • McGill University

    B.C.L. · 1985

  • Laval University

    B.A. Industrial · 1980

Jurisdictions

Benoit's state bar admissions

  • Québec

    1985 · ACTIVE

Benoit studied at B.C.L. in McGill University and B.A. Industrial in Laval University.

Law school and academic background

Benoit completed B.C.L. in McGill University and B.A. Industrial in Laval University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benoit runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Benoit has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Locations

Benoit Turmel's office in Montreal

Benoit's primary office is at The Stock Exchange Tower, Suite 3400, 800 Victoria Square, Montreal, QC, H4Z 1E9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP

The Stock Exchange Tower, Suite 3400, 800 Victoria Square

Montreal, QC H4Z 1E9

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Benoit Turmel — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Benoit. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in your area.

4.4

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Benoit Turmel — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Benoit charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benoit'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; Benoit will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Benoit

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Benoit confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Benoit's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Benoit Turmel

  • How much does it cost to hire Benoit for a employment case?

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

  • Does Benoit offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in this state typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Benoit gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

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

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

  • Is Benoit accepting new employment clients right now?

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