Atty. Steven L. Chaimberg
Steven Chaimberg has been practicing in the field of commercial leasing and real estate for more than 35 years, with particular emphasis on the retail industry. Steven has represented international retailers expanding their business to Canada, as well as retailers established elsewhere in Canada in their first incursions into the Quebec market.
Profile Summary
About Steven L. Chaimberg at a glance
Steven L. Chaimberg is a business and real estate attorney based in Montreal, Quebec, practicing at Miller Thomson LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Quebec (1982) and Ontario (2021). Educated at McGill University (LL.B., 1981) and McGill University (—, 1980). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Leasing Law, Montréal (Canada) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Montreal, QC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Steven Chaimberg has been practicing in the field of commercial leasing and real estate for more than 35 years, with particular emphasis on the retail industry
- Steven has represented international retailers expanding their business to Canada, as well as retailers established elsewhere in Canada in their first incursions into the Quebec market
- As his practice is divided between representing landlords and tenants, Steven is in the position to provide practical advice to clients and act as a trusted advisor, in order to resolve outstanding issues in a business oriented manner
- Steven is frequently called upon to present at conferences and has delivered the keynote presentation at the ICSC Canadian Law Shopping Centre conference since 1998
- Steven is consistently recognized as a leading practitioner in the fields of Commercial Leasing and Real Estate Law in The Best Lawyers in Canada and the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
- He was named “Lawyer of the Year” in 2019 and 2021 in the category of Commercial Leasing Law by The Best Lawyers in Canada
- Steven is also BV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Practice Areas Explained
Steven L. Chaimberg's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven L. Chaimberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Steven L. Chaimberg is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Quebec →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Steven L. Chaimberg is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Quebec →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Quebec
Practicing law in Quebec. Legal matters in Quebec are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Montreal are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Quebec state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Quebec brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Quebec courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional Quebec attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Montreal or all attorneys in Quebec.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Steven L. Chaimberg
Where is Steven L. Chaimberg's law office located?
What practice areas does Steven L. Chaimberg handle?
How long has Steven L. Chaimberg practiced law?
Where did Steven L. Chaimberg go to law school?
How can I contact Steven L. Chaimberg for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Steven L. Chaimberg received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.