Yves Gonthier

Yves Gonthier, Employment Attorney in the United States

Over 54 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratBCF LLP

Practicing employment since 1972.

54+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
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Yves Gonthier is a partner based in Quebec, QC. The practice focuses on Employment. Yves has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BCF LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Quebec, QC
Experience
over 54 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Quebec, QC.
  • Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Yves Gonthier: Yves Gonthier is a partner based in Quebec, QC. The practice focuses on Employment. Yves has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BCF LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Yves Gonthier

Yves concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yves handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases nationwide

Yves takes employment 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 Yves agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Yves Gonthier — Over 54 years of the U.S. employment experience

Yves Gonthier is a partner based in Quebec, QC. The practice focuses on Employment. Yves has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at BCF LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Yves Gonthier is a lawyer practicing labour and employment. Yves has been licensed for 54 years. Yves practices at BCF LLP in Quebec, QC.

Working with Yves on a employment matter

Yves Gonthier is a lawyer practicing labour and employment. Yves has been licensed for 54 years. Yves practices at BCF LLP in Quebec, QC.

Clients Yves works with

Yves reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in the United States.

Credentials

Yves Gonthier's legal education and bar admissions

  • Laval University

    LL.L. · 1971

Jurisdictions

Yves's state bar admissions

  • Québec

    1972 · ACTIVE

Yves studied at LL.L. in Laval University.

Law school and academic background

Yves completed LL.L. in Laval University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yves runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Yves Gonthier

Yves has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Yves's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Canadian Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Yves Gonthier's office in Quebec

Yves's primary office is at Complexe Jules-Dallaire, 2828 Laurier Boulevard, Suite 1200, Quebec, QC, G1V 0B9. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

BCF LLP

Complexe Jules-Dallaire, 2828 Laurier Boulevard, Suite 1200

Quebec, QC G1V 0B9

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Yves Gonthier — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Yves. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in your area.

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Yves Gonthier — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yves usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Yves charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yves'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; Yves will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Yves

Yves discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Yves confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Yves's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Yves Gonthier

  • How much does it cost to hire Yves for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yves walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Yves offer a free consultation?

    Yves charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yves's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Yves's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in this state typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Yves gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Yves take my case if I'm outside the area?

    Yves evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Yves'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 Yves?

    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. Yves will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Yves accepting new employment clients right now?

    Yves's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.