Don McCarty, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and M&A
Managing PartneratLavery, de Billy, L.L.P.
Practicing business since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
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Don McCarty is a managing partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and M&A. Don has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lavery, de Billy, L.L.P..
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation · M&A
- Handles Business, Litigation, and M&A matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Don McCarty: Don McCarty is a managing partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and M&A. Don has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lavery, de Billy, L.L.P..
Areas of practice
Don's practice areas in the U.S.
Don concentrates on business, litigation, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Don handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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M&A
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Business cases nationwide
Don 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 Don agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Don takes litigation 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 Don agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Don takes m&a 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 Don agrees to represent you.
Biography
Don McCarty, business attorney serving the U.S.
Don McCarty is a managing partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and M&A. Don has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lavery, de Billy, L.L.P.. Don works from the U.S. and takes on business matters across the region.
Don McCarty is a lawyer practicing business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Don received a degree from Loyola High School in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years. Don practices at Lavery, de Billy, L.L.P. in Montreal, QC.
How Don handles business matters
Don McCarty is a lawyer practicing business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Don received a degree from Loyola High School in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years. Don practices at Lavery, de Billy, L.L.P. in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Don takes
Don reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and m&a matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Don studied and practices
McGill University
LL.B. B. · 1978
Loyola High School
McGill University · 1970
Jurisdictions
Don's state bar admissions
Ontario
1987 · ACTIVE
Quebec
1979 · ACTIVE
Don studied at LL.B. B. in McGill University and McGill University in Loyola High School.
Law school and academic background
Don completed LL.B. B. in McGill University and McGill University in Loyola High School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Don runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Don's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Canadian Bar Association Quebec Bar Ontario Bar
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Locations
Don McCarty's office in Montreal
Don's primary office is at 1 Place Ville Marie, 40 th Floor, , Montreal, QC, H3B 4M4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lavery, de Billy, L.L.P.
1 Place Ville Marie, 40 th Floor,
Montreal, QC H3B 4M4
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How to hire Don McCarty — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Don usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Don charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Don'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; Don 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 Don
Don 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. Don confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Don'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 Don McCarty
How much does it cost to hire Don for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Don walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Don offer a free consultation?
Don charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Don's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Don'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. Don gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Don take my case if I'm outside the area?
Don evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Don'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 Don?
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. Don will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Don accepting new business clients right now?
Don's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.