Maria Braker, Government Attorney in the United States
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Maria Braker is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Government.
- Based in
- Montréal, QUEBEC
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Government
- Handles Government matters from Montréal, QUEBEC.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026).
About Maria Braker: Maria Braker is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Government.
Areas of practice
Maria's practice areas in the U.S.
Maria concentrates on government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maria handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Government cases nationwide
Maria takes government 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 Maria agrees to represent you.
Biography
Maria Braker, government attorney serving the U.S.
Maria Braker is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Government. Maria works from the U.S. and takes on government matters across the region.
Maria Braker is counsel in our Litigation and Conflict Resolution group. She has extensive experience in appellate advocacy, in complex contractual disputes, in administrative law, as well as in class action defense.
Her practice includes a focus on written advocacy, as well as providing legal opinions on difficult and novel legal issues. Maria is also actively involved in securities litigation.
Maria began her career as a research lawyer at the Court of Appel of Quebec, for the honorable Jacques Chamberland, J.C.A. Before joining Fasken, she practiced civil, commercial and administrative litigation in a boutique litigation firm. She was also counsel for the Commission of Inquiry on the Awarding and Management of Public Contracts in the Construction Industry (Charbonneau Commission) and represented a participant before the Ottawa Light Rail Transit Public Inquiry.
Working with Maria on a government matter
Maria Braker is counsel in our Litigation and Conflict Resolution group. She has extensive experience in appellate advocacy, in complex contractual disputes, in administrative law, as well as in class action defense. Her practice includes a focus on written advocacy, as well as providing legal opinions on difficult and novel legal issues. Maria is also actively involved in securities litigation.…
Clients Maria works with
Maria reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government matters in the United States.
Recognition
Maria's legal honors and published work
Maria has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026).
Locations
Maria Braker's office in Montréal
Maria's primary office is at 800 Victoria Square, Suite 3500, Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maria Braker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new government attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maria usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maria charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maria'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; Maria will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a government attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many government 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 Maria
Maria discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in government practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every government 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. Maria confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maria's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many government practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maria Braker
How much does it cost to hire Maria for a government case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maria walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maria offer a free consultation?
Maria charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maria's office. Some government attorneys offer free consults — check Maria's current terms during booking.
How long do government cases in this state typically take?
Simple government 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. Maria gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maria take my case if I'm outside the area?
Maria evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Maria'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 Maria?
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. Maria will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maria accepting new government clients right now?
Maria's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.