Raphaël Girard, Entertainment Attorney in the United States
Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Internet
Practicing entertainment since 2016.
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Raphaël Girard is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Internet. Raphaël has over 10 years of legal experience.
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- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 10 years
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- Entertainment · General · Internet
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Internet matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Raphaël Girard: Raphaël Girard is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Internet. Raphaël has over 10 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Raphaël takes on
Raphaël concentrates on entertainment, general, internet, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Raphaël handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Internet
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Entertainment cases nationwide
Raphaël takes entertainment 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 Raphaël agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Raphaël 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 Raphaël agrees to represent you.
Internet cases nationwide
Raphaël takes internet 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 Raphaël agrees to represent you.
Securities cases nationwide
Raphaël takes securities 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 Raphaël agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Raphaël Girard — entertainment lawyer in the U.S.
Raphaël Girard is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Internet. Raphaël has over 10 years of legal experience.
Raphaël Girard is a lawyer practicing privacy and data security, information technology, advertising, marketing and sponsorship law and 1 other area of law. Raphaël received a degree from University of Groningen in 2012, and has been licensed for 10 years. Raphaël practices in Montreal, QC.
Raphaël's approach to entertainment cases
Raphaël Girard is a lawyer practicing privacy and data security, information technology, advertising, marketing and sponsorship law and 1 other area of law. Raphaël received a degree from University of Groningen in 2012, and has been licensed for 10 years. Raphaël practices in Montreal, QC.
Clients Raphaël works with
Raphaël reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and internet matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
London School of Economics and Political Science
LL.M. · 2015
University of Groningen
Law Exchange · 2012
Jurisdictions
Raphaël's state bar admissions
Québec
2016 · ACTIVE
Raphaël studied at LL.M. in London School of Economics and Political Science and Law Exchange in University of Groningen.
Law school and academic background
Raphaël completed LL.M. in London School of Economics and Political Science and Law Exchange in University of Groningen. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Raphaël runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Raphaël's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Involvement •Member, Barreau du Quebec •Member, International Association of Privacy Professionals •Member, Canadian IT Law Association •Member, Young Bar Association of Montreal
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Locations
Raphaël Girard's office in Montreal
Raphaël's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Montreal, QC, H3B 5H4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Raphaël Girard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Raphaël usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Raphaël charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raphaël'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; Raphaël will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Raphaël
Raphaël discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Raphaël confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Raphaël's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Raphaël Girard
How much does it cost to hire Raphaël for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Raphaël walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Raphaël offer a free consultation?
Raphaël charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raphaël's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Raphaël's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in this state typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Raphaël gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Raphaël take my case if I'm outside the area?
Raphaël evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Raphaël'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 Raphaël?
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. Raphaël will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Raphaël accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Raphaël's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.