Line Abecassis, Commercial RE Attorney in the United States
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Commercial RE and Real Estate
Partner
Practicing commercial re since 2008.
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Line Abecassis is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Commercial RE and Real Estate. Line has over 18 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Commercial RE · Real Estate
- Handles Commercial RE and Real Estate matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Line Abecassis: Line Abecassis is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Commercial RE and Real Estate. Line has over 18 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Line takes on
Line concentrates on commercial re and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Line handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Commercial RE cases nationwide
Line takes commercial re 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 Line agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Line takes real estate 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 Line agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Line Abecassis — commercial re lawyer in the U.S.
Line Abecassis is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Commercial RE and Real Estate. Line has over 18 years of legal experience.
Line Abecassis is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate. Line received a degree from Université de Montréal, and has been licensed for 18 years. Line practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Montreal, QC.
Line's approach to commercial re cases
Line Abecassis is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate. Line received a degree from Université de Montréal, and has been licensed for 18 years. Line practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Montreal, QC.
Clients Line works with
Line reviews new inquiries case-by-case for commercial re and real estate matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Université de Montréal LL.B. received Medal for having finished first in her class Université de Montréal as well as a number of excellence and merit awards
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Jurisdictions
Line's state bar admissions
Québec
2008 · ACTIVE
Line studied at — in Université de Montréal LL.B. received Medal for having finished first in her class Université de Montréal as well as a number of excellence and merit awards.
Law school and academic background
Line completed — in Université de Montréal LL.B. received Medal for having finished first in her class Université de Montréal as well as a number of excellence and merit awards. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Line runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Line's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Involvement •Member, Young Bar Association of Montreal •Member, Lord Reading Law Society Community Involvement •Volunteer, BLG Reads to Kids Program
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Locations
Line Abecassis's office in Montreal
Line'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.
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How to hire Line Abecassis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new commercial re attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Line usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Line charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Line'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; Line will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a commercial re attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many commercial re 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 Line
Line discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in commercial re practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every commercial re 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. Line confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Line's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many commercial re practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Line Abecassis
How much does it cost to hire Line for a commercial re case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Line walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Line offer a free consultation?
Line charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Line's office. Some commercial re attorneys offer free consults — check Line's current terms during booking.
How long do commercial re cases in this state typically take?
Simple commercial re 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. Line gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Line take my case if I'm outside the area?
Line evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Line'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 Line?
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. Line will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Line accepting new commercial re clients right now?
Line's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.