Sheldon Finkelstein — Licensed Attorney
Over 62 years of legal practice
Practicing law since 1964.
- 62+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Sheldon Finkelstein is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Sheldon has over 62 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
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- legal services
- Over 62 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sheldon Finkelstein: Sheldon Finkelstein is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Sheldon has over 62 years of legal experience.
Biography
Meet Sheldon Finkelstein — legal lawyer in the U.S.
Sheldon Finkelstein is an attorney based in Montreal, QC. Sheldon has over 62 years of legal experience.
Sheldon Finkelstein is a lawyer. Sheldon has been licensed for 62 years. Sheldon practices in Montreal, QC.
Who Sheldon represents
Sheldon reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGill University
B.C.L. · 1962
Jurisdictions
Sheldon's state bar admissions
Quebec
1964 · ACTIVE
Sheldon studied at B.C.L. in McGill University.
Law school and academic background
Sheldon completed B.C.L. in McGill University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sheldon runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sheldon Finkelstein's office in Montreal
Sheldon's primary office is at 800 Pl. Victoria, Montreal, QC, H4Z 1H6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sheldon Finkelstein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sheldon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sheldon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sheldon'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; Sheldon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Sheldon
Sheldon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Sheldon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sheldon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sheldon Finkelstein
How much does it cost to hire Sheldon for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sheldon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sheldon offer a free consultation?
Sheldon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sheldon's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Sheldon's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Sheldon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sheldon take my case if I'm outside the area?
Sheldon evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Sheldon'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 Sheldon?
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. Sheldon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sheldon accepting new legal clients right now?
Sheldon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.