Injury Cases, Personal Injury Law
Our firm has years of experience handling personal injury cases for injured people on a contingent fee basis. Our knowledge of insurance law enables us to locate insurance coverage for accident claims that might not be readily apparent.
Breach of Contract Cases, Products Liability Claims
We handle commercial litigation of all kinds, including breach of contract cases and the defense of product liability claims. Our firm was involved in the leading product liability cases of Kuiper v. The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, 673 P.2d 1208 and Hart-Albin Co. v McLees. Inc., 870 P.2d 51.
Corporation Law, "Squeeze Out" Cases
We practice corporation law, including the creation of various business entities and the defense and prosecution of "squeeze out" cases.
Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation
The firm is heavily involved in alternative dispute resolution. Members of the firm are frequently selected to serve as mediators for litigating parties. Our attorneys also represent clients in the selection of mediators and throughout the mediation process.
Employment Law, Wrongful Discharge Cases, Administrative Hearings
Our firm defends wrongful discharge and employment discrimination cases and is familiar with the federal statutes and Montana's unique wrongful discharge statutes. We also deal with various administrative agencies, including the Montana Human Rights Commission and the Employment Relations Division of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry.
Insurance Defense, Insurance Policy Interpretation
We are actively engaged in insurance defense and in the interpretation of complex insurance policies of all kinds. Our thorough knowledge of insurance policies can locate obscure sources of recovery for losses you may experience.
Insurance Bad Faith Cases
We have been actively involved in the defense of insurance bad faith litigation for the past 18 years. Our firm was involved in the leading case of Palmer v. Farmers Insurance Exchange, 861 P.2d 895.
Probate Law, Estate Planning, Will Contests
We have an active probate practice which includes decedent's estates, guardianships, and will contests, as well as estate planning and the drafting of wills and trusts.
Real Estate Law, Farm and Ranch Law
We have extensive experience in real estate law and real estate matters, including the sale and lease of farms and ranches, business properties, and residences.
Divorce Law, Domestic Relations Cases
We handle divorce and domestic relations cases, specializing in property settlements that involve businesses, farms, and other significant financial interests.
Appellate Practice
We handle all aspects of appeals to the Montana Supreme Court and to the U. S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals relating to all of the above practice areas.
There is no charge for an initial conference to determine if we and you can work together to solve your legal problem.
