Me Charlotte Oger-Chambonnet Family law lawyer - Spiegel Ryan
Family law in Quebec

Family law lawyer in Montréal -
strategic and dedicated

Need to talk through your situation?

We offer an initial 30-minute consultation, at a flat rate, to understand your options and what you can expect in your case.

You can then decide whether you'd like to entrust the handling of your case to us.

Book an appointment Confirmed response within 24 business hours.
Family law lawyer at the office, in consultation with a client.
Me Charlotte Oger-Chambonnet Partner — Family Law
Recognition Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Young Bar of Montreal · 2025
Law society Member of the Barreau du Québec since 2016
Contribution Member of the Superior Court Family Law Liaison Committee (2023–present)
Also listed Best Lawyers in Canada 2023-2024-2025-2026
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You're going through a family transition — and you don't know where to start.

Family law covers much more than divorce: child custody, child support, mediation, pre- and post-nuptial agreements. Every situation is unique.

We help families across Quebec understand their options, negotiate with confidence and settle quickly — without letting the emotional stakes take control.

500+
family cases handled since 2016 across Quebec
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What can you expect?

  1. 01

    Initial consultation

    30 minutes to pinpoint your situation, your real priorities and to lay out your options. You leave with more clarity on the paths available to you.

  2. 02

    Mandate and strategy

    If you entrust your case to us, we set up a mandate and work together on an action plan tailored to your situation.

  3. 03

    Negotiation, mediation and/or court proceeding(s)

    We take the weight off you by handling every step of the case transparently, while keeping you involved.
    We favour negotiation and mediation to maximize your chances of reaching an agreement quickly, while remaining ready to go to Court if necessary.

  4. 04

    Settlement, judgment or approval

    Agreement, judgment or final order — we take care of everything, right through to the court's ratification.
    You can then get back to a normal life and put this chapter behind you.

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Book your initial consultation

30 minutes, in person in downtown Montréal or by video / phone.

You leave with a clear understanding of the options available to you and how your case could unfold.

Consultation fee $225 CAD
Duration 30 min

Your information is confidential and used only to contact you. Submitting this form does not create a lawyer-client relationship.

Thank you, we'll get back to you within 24 h.

You'll receive a confirmation email with a calendar link to book your time slot.

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Our family law practice areas

From separation to mediation, and through custody, support and contracts — we're with you at every step.

  • Divorce and separation

    Uncontested divorce, contested divorce, legal separation. With or without children. Negotiation or court proceedings.

  • Custody, child support and parental authority

    Shared, sole or alternating custody. Calculation and review of support under the guidelines. Modification of existing agreements.

  • Family patrimony and division of property

    Valuation of the assets forming part of the family patrimony and the matrimonial regime. Clear, quantified analysis for a fair settlement.

  • Family mediation

    We support you through mediation for faster, less costly settlements. You stay in control of the decisions.

  • Marriage and cohabitation agreements

    We work with you to plan how your assets are managed, protecting them in the event of separation.

  • Safeguard orders and emergencies

    When the situation calls for it, we are available and at your side to act quickly.

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Our practice, simply summarized

500+
Family cases handled since 2016 across Quebec, several of which were covered by the media or set legal precedent
Settlement first
An approach that favours settling out of Court, without ever compromising the protection of your interests or those of your children
Family & Fertility
Beyond questions of separation and divorce, we have developed in-depth knowledge of the issues involved in complex parenting projects
FR / EN
We can assist you in both French and English.
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Transparent fees, tailored to your situation

We believe in transparency from the very first meeting.

Depending on your preference and the nature of the case, we can offer fee structures that fit: hourly, flat-fee (fixed price) or staged flat fees (a fixed price per phase of the case).

Our team pays particular attention to our clients' financial considerations — we present different avenues along with their impact on the associated costs where the situation allows.

    Hourly rates (indicative)

    Senior lawyer$380-475/h CAD
    Associate lawyer$230-300/h CAD
    Initial consultation $225 CAD · 30 min
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    Frequently asked questions about family law in Quebec

    • You may need a lawyer if you're going through a separation, a divorce, a custody or support issue, a change in your family situation, or if you're considering a marriage contract. An initial consultation helps you determine exactly what you need and what your options are.

    • Yes. We assist clients from all over the province of Quebec and can travel to any judicial district in Quebec as needed.

    • A mediator helps both parties reach an agreement together, without legal representation. A lawyer represents YOUR interests and advises you. We can support you through the mediation process — you negotiate yourself and stay in control of the decisions, but we make sure no important interest is overlooked. It's the option families often prefer.

    • Quebec law does not set a specific age. However, the courts give increasing weight to a child's preferences as they grow older. The older the child, the more their wishes are taken into account. The courts assess the child's best interests as a whole.

    • A safeguard order can be obtained quickly where an emergency is demonstrated. Contact us without delay — we can bring such an application before the court, sometimes within a few days.

    • We listen to your situation, identify the key legal issues and propose a clear strategy with an estimated budget. You leave with a precise understanding of your options and next steps — with no obligation to proceed with us. If you retain us, the consultation fee is credited to your file.

    Would you rather speak with someone right away?

    Our team answers your calls Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    Outside these hours? Leave your details in the form above and we'll call you back the next business day.

    Call (514) 874-9707
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