Skip to content

General public

Reporting misconduct

The primary mission of the Barreau du Québec is to oversee how lawyers practice law to ensure the protection of people using their services. The Barreau oversees the professional discipline of its members and their adherence to ethical standards and assesses their competence and those aspiring to join its ranks. You can contact the Barreau anytime if you have concerns about a lawyer’s conduct.

Misuse of money or property

You handed over money or property to your lawyer during your business relationship and the lawyer misused it. What recourses do you have?

Contesting a lawyer’s account

You have just received an account from your lawyer and you feel that it does not correspond to the work performed or that the amounts charged are not justified. You can ask the Barreau for help.

How to file a complaint against a lawyer

You have doubts regarding a lawyer’s actions or conduct. Here is what you should do to file a complaint against a lawyer.

Info-Barreau 1 844 954-3411