Claudia Déry, Construction Attorney in the United States
focused on Construction and General
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Claudia Déry is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Construction and General.
- Based in
- Montréal, QUEBEC
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Construction · General
- Handles Construction and General matters from Montréal, QUEBEC.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Public Procurement Law, Montréal (Canada) (2025).
About Claudia Déry: Claudia Déry is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Construction and General.
Areas of practice
Claudia's practice areas in the U.S.
Claudia concentrates on construction and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Claudia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases nationwide
Claudia takes construction 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 Claudia agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Claudia 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 Claudia agrees to represent you.
Biography
Claudia Déry, construction attorney serving the U.S.
Claudia Déry is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Construction and General. Claudia works from the U.S. and takes on construction matters across the region.
Claudia Déry is the Canadian co-head of our construction and engineering team. She has advised and represented before the courts a number of clients in construction-related matters, including major public-private partnership projects. She has experience in drafting tender documents and construction law topics and conducts the annual review of construction case law for the Canadian Bar Association. She has been ranked in the Best Lawyers in Canada since 2006 in the area of construction law, and was recognized in the Best Lawyers Global Business Edition 2021, Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, 2021 and Lexpert/ALM 500 Directory 2019. Claudia is also included as a ranked lawyer in the 2020 Lexpert Special Edition on Canada's Leading Infrastructure Lawyers.
She is the past president of the Construction Law Section, Quebec Branch, of the Canadian Bar Association and was appointed Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers in 2012. She is the co-author of La construction au Québec : Perspectives Juridiques. She completed her LLB degree at Université de Montréal in 1992 and was called to the Quebec Bar in 1993. Ms. Déry also teaches construction law to students enrolled in the master's program at Université de Montréal.
Working with Claudia on a construction matter
Claudia Déry is the Canadian co-head of our construction and engineering team. She has advised and represented before the courts a number of clients in construction-related matters, including major public-private partnership projects. She has experience in drafting tender documents and construction law topics and conducts the annual review of construction case law for the Canadian Bar…
Who Claudia represents
Claudia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction and general matters in the United States.
Recognition
Claudia's legal honors and published work
Claudia has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Public Procurement Law, Montréal (Canada)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Procurement Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Public Procurement Law, Montréal (Canada) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Public Procurement Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Claudia Déry in the U.S.
Claudia's primary office is at Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Claudia Déry — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Claudia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Claudia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Claudia'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; Claudia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Claudia
Claudia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Claudia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Claudia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Claudia Déry
How much does it cost to hire Claudia for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Claudia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Claudia offer a free consultation?
Claudia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Claudia's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Claudia's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in this state typically take?
Simple construction 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. Claudia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Claudia take my case if I'm outside the area?
Claudia evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Claudia'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 Claudia?
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. Claudia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Claudia accepting new construction clients right now?
Claudia's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.