Michel Décary, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBCF LLP
Practicing adr since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Michel Décary is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Michel has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BCF LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michel Décary: Michel Décary is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Michel has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BCF LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Michel Décary
Michel concentrates on adr, business, class action, construction, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michel 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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Construction
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Government
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Civil Rights
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ADR cases nationwide
Michel 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 Michel agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Michel 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 Michel agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Michel 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 Michel agrees to represent you.
Construction cases nationwide
Michel takes construction 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 Michel agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
Michel 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 Michel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Michel Décary — Over 58 years of the U.S. adr experience
Michel Décary is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Michel has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BCF LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Michel Décary is a lawyer practicing litigation / class actions, commercial litigation, insurance litigation and 8 other areas of law. Michel received a B.A. degree from University of Montreal in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years. Michel practices at BCF LLP in Montreal, QC.
How Michel handles adr matters
Michel Décary is a lawyer practicing litigation / class actions, commercial litigation, insurance litigation and 8 other areas of law. Michel received a B.A. degree from University of Montreal in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years. Michel practices at BCF LLP in Montreal, QC.
Who Michel represents
Michel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Michel Décary's legal education and bar admissions
University of Montreal
LL.L. · 1967
University of Montreal
B.A. · 1964
Jurisdictions
Michel's state bar admissions
Quebec
1968 · ACTIVE
Michel studied at LL.L. in University of Montreal and B.A. in University of Montreal.
Law school and academic background
Michel completed LL.L. in University of Montreal and B.A. in University of Montreal. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michel runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Michel Décary
Michel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Michel's professional memberships and bar associations
Montreal, Quebec and Canadian Bar Associations
membership
American College of Trial Lawyers
membership
Locations
Michel Décary's office in Montreal
Michel's primary office is at 1100, René-Lévesque West Blvd., 25th Floor, Montreal, QC, H3B 5C9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Michel Décary — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Michel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Michel Décary — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michel'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; Michel 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 Michel
Michel 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. Michel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michel'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 Michel Décary
How much does it cost to hire Michel for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michel offer a free consultation?
Michel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michel's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Michel'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. Michel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michel take my case if I'm outside the area?
Michel evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Michel'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 Michel?
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. Michel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michel accepting new adr clients right now?
Michel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.