Stéphane Gilker, Entertainment Attorney in the United States
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and IP · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratFasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Practicing entertainment since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Stéphane Gilker is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Stéphane has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Montreal, QC
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · IP
- Handles Entertainment, General, and IP matters from Montreal, QC.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Stéphane Gilker: Stéphane Gilker is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Stéphane has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Stéphane Gilker
Stéphane concentrates on entertainment, general, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stéphane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Entertainment cases nationwide
Stéphane 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 Stéphane agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Stéphane 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 Stéphane agrees to represent you.
IP cases nationwide
Stéphane takes ip 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 Stéphane agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Stéphane Gilker — Over 40 years of the U.S. entertainment experience
Stéphane Gilker is a partner based in Montreal, QC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Stéphane has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Stéphane Gilker is a lawyer practicing technology and intellectual property, entertainment & media, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. Stéphane has been licensed for 40 years. Stéphane practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Montreal, QC.
Stéphane's approach to entertainment cases
Stéphane Gilker is a lawyer practicing technology and intellectual property, entertainment & media, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. Stéphane has been licensed for 40 years. Stéphane practices at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP in Montreal, QC.
The kind of cases Stéphane takes
Stéphane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and ip matters in the United States.
Credentials
Stéphane Gilker's legal education and bar admissions
University of Montréal
LL.B. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Stéphane's state bar admissions
Québec
1986 · ACTIVE
Stéphane studied at LL.B. in University of Montréal.
Law school and academic background
Stéphane completed LL.B. in University of Montréal. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stéphane runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Stéphane Gilker
Stéphane has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Stéphane Gilker's office in Montreal
Stéphane's primary office is at The Stock Exchange Tower, Suite 3400, 800 Victoria Square, Montreal, QC, H4Z 1E9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
The Stock Exchange Tower, Suite 3400, 800 Victoria Square
Montreal, QC H4Z 1E9
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Client reviews of Stéphane Gilker — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Stéphane. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in your area.
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How to hire Stéphane Gilker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stéphane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stéphane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stéphane'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; Stéphane 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 Stéphane
Stéphane 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. Stéphane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stéphane'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 Stéphane Gilker
How much does it cost to hire Stéphane for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stéphane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stéphane offer a free consultation?
Stéphane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stéphane's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Stéphane'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. Stéphane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stéphane take my case if I'm outside the area?
Stéphane evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Stéphane'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 Stéphane?
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. Stéphane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stéphane accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Stéphane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.