Daniel Courteau, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Tax · 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDe Grandpré Chait
Practicing business since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 2.9 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daniel Courteau is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Daniel has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at De Grandpré Chait. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Business · Tax
- Handles Business and Tax matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with CV Notable.
About Daniel Courteau: Daniel Courteau is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Daniel has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at De Grandpré Chait. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Courteau
Daniel concentrates on business and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Daniel takes business 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Tax cases nationwide
Daniel takes tax 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel Courteau — Over 45 years of the U.S. business experience
Daniel Courteau is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Daniel has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at De Grandpré Chait. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Daniel Courteau is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, commercial law and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a degree from Nice University, France in 1985, and has been licensed for 45 years. Daniel practices at De Grandpré Chait in Montreal, QC.
Working with Daniel on a business matter
Daniel Courteau is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, commercial law and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a degree from Nice University, France in 1985, and has been licensed for 45 years. Daniel practices at De Grandpré Chait in Montreal, QC.
Who Daniel represents
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and tax matters in the United States.
Credentials
Daniel Courteau's legal education and bar admissions
University of Ottawa
LL.L. · 1979
Nice University, France
DESS Nice · 1985
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
Québec
1981 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at LL.L. in University of Ottawa and DESS Nice in Nice University, France.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed LL.L. in University of Ottawa and DESS Nice in Nice University, France. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel Courteau
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
CV Notable
Legal awards and honors
CV Notable.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Québec Bar Association Canadian Association of Tax Studies Association de planification fiscale et financiére
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Locations
Daniel Courteau's office in Montreal
Daniel's primary office is at 1000, De La Gauchetière Street West, Suite 2900, Montreal, QC, H3B 4W5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
De Grandpré Chait
1000, De La Gauchetière Street West, Suite 2900
Montreal, QC H3B 4W5
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Client reviews of Daniel Courteau — 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
2.9
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How to hire Daniel Courteau — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Courteau
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside the area?
Daniel evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Daniel'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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new business clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.