Matthew Bilmes, Tax Attorney in the United States
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Tax and Trusts
Practicing tax since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Matthew Bilmes is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Matthew has over 18 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montréal, QUEBEC
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Tax · Trusts
- Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Montréal, QUEBEC.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).
About Matthew Bilmes: Matthew Bilmes is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Matthew has over 18 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Matthew Bilmes
Matthew concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases nationwide
Matthew 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases nationwide
Matthew takes trusts 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Matthew Bilmes — Over 18 years of the U.S. tax experience
Matthew Bilmes is an attorney based in Montréal, QUEBEC. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Matthew has over 18 years of legal experience.
Serving a wide range of business clients, Matthew Bilmes is an authority on tax and estate planning matters.
Matthew Bilmes proudly assists business owners plan for tax efficiency throughout their company’s life cycle. He works with commercial clients and owner-operators across generations to effectively minimize tax while helping to propel growth for a future sale or family succession.
He is also involved in numerous cross-border tax planning files, assisting clients with interests in both Canada and the United States. With his strong relationships south of the border, he confidently advises his Canadian clients on cross-border real estate acquisitions, departure planning and estate tax minimization. Matthew Bilmes is always up to date on recent tax and business law developments. He often speaks before various private sector and professional practitioner groups to inform them on emerging solutions available to them.
Matthew Bilmes is a member of the Canadian Bar Association, Young Bar Association of Montreal, International Fiscal Association, Canadian Tax Foundation, and the Association de planification fiscale et financière (APFF). He is also involved in various community organizations and maintains a strong connection to both his alma maters, the McGill University Faculty of Law and Concordia’s John Molson School of Business.
How Matthew handles tax matters
Serving a wide range of business clients, Matthew Bilmes is an authority on tax and estate planning matters. Matthew Bilmes proudly assists business owners plan for tax efficiency throughout their company’s life cycle. He works with commercial clients and owner-operators across generations to effectively minimize tax while helping to propel growth for a future sale or family succession. He is…
Who Matthew represents
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in the United States.
Credentials
Matthew Bilmes's legal education and bar admissions
McGill University
B.C.L./LL.B. · 2007
Concordia University
— · 2002
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
Quebec
2008 · ACTIVE
Matthew studied at B.C.L./LL.B. in McGill University and — in Concordia University.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed B.C.L./LL.B. in McGill University and — in Concordia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Matthew Bilmes
Matthew has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Matthew Bilmes's office in Montréal
Matthew's primary office is at 800 René-Lévesque Boulevard West, 26th floor, Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Matthew Bilmes
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How to hire Matthew Bilmes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew 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 Matthew
Matthew 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew'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 Matthew Bilmes
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew'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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside the area?
Matthew evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Matthew'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 Matthew?
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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new tax clients right now?
Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.