Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E., ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior Counsel
Practicing adr since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. is a senior counsel based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Jean has over 45 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E.: Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. is a senior counsel based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Jean has over 45 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E.
Jean concentrates on adr, business, class action, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jean 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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Insurance
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Product Liability
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases nationwide
Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Jean takes insurance 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. — Over 45 years of the U.S. adr experience
Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. is a senior counsel based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Jean has over 45 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. is a lawyer practicing automotive, class actions, competition, antitrust and foreign investment and 4 other areas of law. Jean has been licensed for 45 years. Jean practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Montreal, QC.
How Jean handles adr matters
Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. is a lawyer practicing automotive, class actions, competition, antitrust and foreign investment and 4 other areas of law. Jean has been licensed for 45 years. Jean practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Jean takes
Jean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E.'s legal education and bar admissions
Université de Montréal
LL.L. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Jean's state bar admissions
Quebec
1981 · ACTIVE
Jean studied at LL.L. in Université de Montréal.
Law school and academic background
Jean completed LL.L. in Université de Montréal. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jean runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E.
Jean has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Jean's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Involvement •fellow, International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL) •fellow, Litigation Counsel of America •Chair, Avocats emerites, Ad
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Selection Committee, Barreau du Quebec
2008-2014) •Member, Canadian Bar Association •Member, Class Actions Defence Quarterly, Editorial Committee •Member, Defense Research Institute (DRI) •Member, Institut d'assurance de dommages du Quebec •Member, Canadian Defence Lawyers •Chair, Barreau du Q · membership
of the Litigation Counsel of America, an invitation only honorary trial lawyer society. In 2007, he was awarded The Prix de la Justice du Québec, Québec's highest honorary distinction in the field of Law. Member: Canadian Bar Association
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Institut d'assurance de dommages du Québec
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Defense Research Institute (DRI)
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Member of Quebec Bar since 1981
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Locations
Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E.'s office in Montreal
Jean's primary office is at 1000 de La Gauchetière Street West, Suite 900, Montreal, QC, H3B 5H4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jean. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jean'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; Jean 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 Jean
Jean 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. Jean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jean'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 Jean Saint-Onge, Ad. E.
How much does it cost to hire Jean for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jean offer a free consultation?
Jean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jean's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Jean'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. Jean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jean take my case if I'm outside the area?
Jean evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Jean'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 Jean?
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. Jean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jean accepting new adr clients right now?
Jean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.