Brigide Mattar, General Attorney in the United States
focused on General, IP, and Patent
Partner, Montreal; Patent AgentatSmart & Biggar
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Brigide Mattar is a partner, montreal; patent agent based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Currently practicing at Smart & Biggar.
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- Montreal, QC
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- General · IP · Patent
- Handles General, IP, and Patent matters from Montreal, QC.
About Brigide Mattar: Brigide Mattar is a partner, montreal; patent agent based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Currently practicing at Smart & Biggar.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brigide takes on
Brigide concentrates on general, ip, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brigide handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Brigide 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 Brigide agrees to represent you.
IP cases nationwide
Brigide takes ip 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 Brigide agrees to represent you.
Patent cases nationwide
Brigide takes patent 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 Brigide agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brigide Mattar — general lawyer in the U.S.
Brigide Mattar is a partner, montreal; patent agent based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Currently practicing at Smart & Biggar.
Brigide Mattar is a lawyer practicing patents, ip management & strategic counselling, software/information technologies and 4 other areas of law. Brigide received a degree from McGill University in 1997, and . Brigide practices at Smart & Biggar in Montreal, QC.
How Brigide handles general matters
Brigide Mattar is a lawyer practicing patents, ip management & strategic counselling, software/information technologies and 4 other areas of law. Brigide received a degree from McGill University in 1997, and . Brigide practices at Smart & Biggar in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Brigide takes
Brigide reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, ip, and patent matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGill University
B.Eng. McGill · 1997
Brigide studied at B.Eng. McGill in McGill University.
Law school and academic background
Brigide completed B.Eng. McGill in McGill University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brigide runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Brigide's professional memberships and bar associations
Intellectual Property Institute of Canada • Member, American Intellectual Property Law Association • President, Le Forum international de la propriété intellectuelle - Québec (FORPIQ) • Member, Organizing Committee for Le Forum international de la proprié
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Mondaq, August 7, 2013 "Managing patent portfolios during tough economic times" (co-author: Emma Start), IP Connections, January/February 2009 "Marking patented products: practical guidelines for Canadian companies" (co-author: George Elvira), IP Connecti
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Locations
Brigide Mattar's office in Montreal
Brigide's primary office is at Suite 3300, 1000 De La Gauchetière Street West, Montreal, QC, M5G 2K8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Smart & Biggar
Suite 3300, 1000 De La Gauchetière Street West
Montreal, QC M5G 2K8
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How to hire Brigide Mattar — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brigide usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brigide charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brigide'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; Brigide 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 Brigide
Brigide 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. Brigide confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brigide'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 Brigide Mattar
How much does it cost to hire Brigide for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brigide walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brigide offer a free consultation?
Brigide charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brigide's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Brigide'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. Brigide gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brigide take my case if I'm outside the area?
Brigide evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Brigide'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 Brigide?
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. Brigide will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brigide accepting new general clients right now?
Brigide's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.