Chris Alan Montgomery

Chris Alan Montgomery is a attorney based in Colville, Washington, specializing in business law, estate planning, and real estate law. He has been practicing law for over four decades, offering a experience to his clients. Admitted to the Washington State Bar in 1982, Montgomery is known for his comprehensive legal services. Montgomery earned his Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1981. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Social Ecology at the University of California, Irvine, in 1978. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his diverse legal practice. In addition to his Washington State Bar membership, Montgomery is licensed to practice in Idaho, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

This broad jurisdictional reach allows him to serve clients across multiple states and federal courts. Throughout his career, Montgomery has been involved in various legal areas, including business formation, estate planning, and real estate transactions. He has represented clients in matters such as wills, trusts, probate, elder law, real estate escrow closings, and business formations like limited liability companies and partnerships. Montgomery's law firm, Montgomery Law Firm & Mediation, is located at 287 E. Astor Avenue, P.O. Box 269, Colville, WA 99114. He can be reached by phone at (509) 684-2519 or via email at mlf@cmlf.org. In 2016, Montgomery faced disciplinary action resulting in a six-month suspension, effective August 10, 2016.

The suspension was related to violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct, including conflicts of interest and issues with client communication. Despite this setback, Montgomery has continued to serve his community through his legal practice. He has been active in local organizations, including speaking engagements with the Colville Chamber of Commerce on topics such as the jury system. Montgomery's experience and commitment to his clients make him a valuable resource for those seeking legal assistance in business law, estate planning. Real estate matters in the Colville area. {"disclaimer": "The information provided is based on publicly available sources and may not reflect the most current status of the attorney's practice or disciplinary history. For the most up-to-date information, please contact the Washington State Bar Association or the attorney's office directly.", "found_data": {"bar_number": "12377", "bar_admission_year": "1982", "license_status": "Active", "death_date": null, "firm_name": "Montgomery Law Firm & Mediation", "case_types": "Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate Law", "legal_stages": "Litigation, Mediation", "courts": [{"court_name": "Washington State Supreme Court", "court_type": "State Supreme Court", "admission_year": "1982", "state": "Washington"}, {"court_name": "U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington", "court_type": "U.S.

District Court", "admission_year": "1982", "state": "Washington"}, {"court_name": "U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho", "court_type": "U.S. District Court", "admission_year": "2011", "state": "Idaho"}, {"court_name": "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit", "court_type": "U.S. Circuit Court", "admission_year": "1982", "state": "Federal"}, {"court_name": "U.S. Supreme Court", "court_type": "U.S. Supreme Court", "admission_year": "1990", "state": "Federal"}]}