
Fred Purkey, Tax Attorney in the United States
Over 28 years of legal practice
Partner
Practicing tax since 1998.
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Fred Purkey is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Tax. Fred has over 28 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- Tax
- Handles Tax matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Fred Purkey: Fred Purkey is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Tax. Fred has over 28 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Fred takes on
Fred concentrates on tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Fred handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases nationwide
Fred 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 Fred agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Fred Purkey — tax lawyer in the U.S.
Fred Purkey is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Tax. Fred has over 28 years of legal experience.
Fred Purkey is a lawyer practicing taxation. Fred received a B.A. degree from Acadia University in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years. Fred practices at Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP in Montreal, QC.
How Fred handles tax matters
Fred Purkey is a lawyer practicing taxation. Fred received a B.A. degree from Acadia University in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years. Fred practices at Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Fred takes
Fred reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGill University
LL.B. McGill · 1996
Acadia University
B.A. International · 1988
Jurisdictions
Fred's state bar admissions
Québec
1998 · ACTIVE
Fred studied at LL.B. McGill in McGill University and B.A. International in Acadia University.
Law school and academic background
Fred completed LL.B. McGill in McGill University and B.A. International in Acadia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Fred runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Fred Purkey's office in Montreal
Fred's primary office is at 1501 McGill College Ave., 26th Fl., Montreal, QC, H3A 3N9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Fred Purkey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Fred usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Fred charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred'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; Fred will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Fred
Fred discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax 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. Fred confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Fred's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Fred Purkey
How much does it cost to hire Fred for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fred walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Fred offer a free consultation?
Fred charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Fred's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in this state typically take?
Simple tax 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. Fred gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Fred take my case if I'm outside the area?
Fred evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Fred'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 Fred?
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. Fred will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Fred accepting new tax clients right now?
Fred's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.