Catherine Muraz, Estate Planning Attorney in the United States
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Trusts, and Wills
Practicing estate planning since 1980.
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Catherine Muraz is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts, and Wills. Catherine has over 46 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Trusts · Wills
- Handles Estate Planning, Trusts, and Wills matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Catherine Muraz: Catherine Muraz is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts, and Wills. Catherine has over 46 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Catherine's practice areas in the U.S.
Catherine concentrates on estate planning, trusts, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Trusts
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Wills
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Estate Planning cases nationwide
Catherine takes estate planning 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 Catherine agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases nationwide
Catherine takes trusts 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 Catherine agrees to represent you.
Wills cases nationwide
Catherine takes wills 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 Catherine agrees to represent you.
Biography
Catherine Muraz, estate planning attorney serving the U.S.
Catherine Muraz is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts, and Wills. Catherine has over 46 years of legal experience. Catherine works from the U.S. and takes on estate planning matters across the region.
Catherine Muraz is a lawyer practicing estates, wills, trusts. Catherine received a M.A. degree from Université Paul Valéry, France in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years. Catherine practices in Montreal, QC.
Working with Catherine on a estate planning matter
Catherine Muraz is a lawyer practicing estates, wills, trusts. Catherine received a M.A. degree from Université Paul Valéry, France in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years. Catherine practices in Montreal, QC.
Who Catherine represents
Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, trusts, and wills matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Catherine studied and practices
University of Montreal
LL.B. · 1979
Université Paul Valéry, France
M.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Catherine's state bar admissions
Quebec
1980 · ACTIVE
Catherine studied at LL.B. in University of Montreal and M.A. in Université Paul Valéry, France.
Law school and academic background
Catherine completed LL.B. in University of Montreal and M.A. in Université Paul Valéry, France. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Catherine runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Catherine Muraz's office in Montreal
Catherine's primary office is at 1000 Sherbrooke Street West, 27th Floor, Suite 2700, Montreal, QC, H3A 3G4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
1000 Sherbrooke Street West, 27th Floor, Suite 2700
Montreal, QC H3A 3G4
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How to hire Catherine Muraz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Catherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Catherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine'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; Catherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Catherine
Catherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Catherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Catherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Catherine Muraz
How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Catherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Catherine offer a free consultation?
Catherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in this state typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Catherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Catherine take my case if I'm outside the area?
Catherine evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Catherine'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 Catherine?
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. Catherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Catherine accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Catherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.