Eric Simard, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action
PartneratFasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Practicing adr since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Eric Simard is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Eric has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric Simard: Eric Simard is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Eric has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Eric Simard
Eric concentrates on adr, business, class action, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Class Action
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General
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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ADR cases nationwide
Eric takes adr 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Eric 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Eric takes class action 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Eric 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Eric 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Eric Simard — Over 30 years of the U.S. adr experience
Eric Simard is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Eric has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP.
Eric Simard is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction, procurement & infrastructure, class actions and 4 other areas of law. Eric received a degree from Laval University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Eric practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Montreal, QC.
Working with Eric on a adr matter
Eric Simard is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction, procurement & infrastructure, class actions and 4 other areas of law. Eric received a degree from Laval University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Eric practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Montreal, QC.
Who Eric represents
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Eric Simard's legal education and bar admissions
Laval University
LL.B. Sc. · 1994
Laval University
Sc. Pol. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
Québec
1996 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at LL.B. Sc. in Laval University and Sc. Pol. in Laval University.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed LL.B. Sc. in Laval University and Sc. Pol. in Laval University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Eric Simard's office in Montreal
Eric's primary office is at The Stock Exchange Tower, Suite 3400, 800 Victoria Square, Montreal, QC, H4Z 1E9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
The Stock Exchange Tower, Suite 3400, 800 Victoria Square
Montreal, QC H4Z 1E9
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How to hire Eric Simard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric Simard
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside the area?
Eric evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Eric'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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new adr clients right now?
Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.