Bernard Bastien — Licensed Attorney
Over 60 years of legal practice
Practicing law since 1966.
- 60+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Bernard Bastien is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Bernard has over 60 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 60 years
- Known for
- legal services
- Over 60 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Bernard Bastien: Bernard Bastien is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Bernard has over 60 years of legal experience.
Biography
Bernard Bastien, legal attorney serving the U.S.
Bernard Bastien is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Bernard has over 60 years of legal experience. Bernard works from the U.S. and takes on legal matters across the region.
Bernard Bastien is a lawyer. Bernard has been licensed for 60 years. Bernard practices in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Bernard takes
Bernard reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Bernard studied and practices
University of Sherbrooke
LL.L. · 1963
Jurisdictions
Bernard's state bar admissions
Québec
1966 · ACTIVE
Bernard studied at LL.L. in University of Sherbrooke.
Law school and academic background
Bernard completed LL.L. in University of Sherbrooke. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bernard runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Bernard Bastien's office in Montreal
Bernard's primary office is at 2000 McGill College Ave., Suite 1600, Montreal, QC, H3A 3H3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Bernard Bastien — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bernard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bernard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bernard'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; Bernard 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 Bernard
Bernard 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. Bernard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bernard'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 Bernard Bastien
How much does it cost to hire Bernard for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bernard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bernard offer a free consultation?
Bernard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bernard's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Bernard'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. Bernard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bernard take my case if I'm outside the area?
Bernard evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Bernard'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 Bernard?
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. Bernard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bernard accepting new legal clients right now?
Bernard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.