About Mark

Mark Kovacich is a principal at Kovacich Snipes Johnson, P.C., a well-respected law firm located in Great Falls, Montana. The firm operates from its office at 21 3rd Street North, Suite 301, Great Falls, MT 59401. Since being licensed to practice law in Montana in 1999, Mr. Kovacich has dedicated his career to advocating for clients in various legal matters. The firm specializes in personal injury, products liability, asbestos and mesothelioma cases, as well as environmental law, making it a prominent player in these critical areas of litigation. Mr. Kovacich earned his Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from Montana Tech of the University of Montana in 1996, graduating with honors.

This educational background laid a strong foundation for his legal career, particularly in environmental litigation. He further advanced his qualifications by obtaining his Juris Doctor with honors from the University of Montana School of Law in 1999. His academic achievements reflect a commitment to excellence that he continues to uphold in his practice. Throughout his career, Mr. Kovacich has focused on representing plaintiffs in a variety of challenging cases. His expertise spans environmental litigation, toxic torts, serious personal injury, products liability, workers' compensation, and safe workplace litigation. Notably, he has successfully recovered more than $350 million on behalf of his clients, including a remarkable $41 million jury verdict.

These accomplishments underscore his effectiveness as a trial attorney and his dedication to achieving justice for those he represents. In 2023, Mr. Kovacich and his partner, Ben Snipes, were honored as Trial Lawyers of the Year by the Montana Trial Lawyers Association. This recognition marked the third time Mr. Kovacich received this prestigious award, having previously been acknowledged in 2005 and 2019. Such accolades highlight his sustained excellence in the field and his impact on the legal community in Montana. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Super Lawyer by Mountain States Super Lawyers since 2014 and has been named one of the Best Lawyers in America since 2016.

Mr. Kovacich is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Montana State Bar, the Cascade County Bar Association, the Montana Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice, and The National Trial Lawyers. His involvement in these associations demonstrates his commitment to legal advocacy and continuous professional development. For those seeking legal counsel, Mr. Kovacich can be reached at (406) 761-5595 or via email at mark@justicemt.com to schedule a consultation.

Accepted Jurisdictions

Montana

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the District of Montana U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

Environmental Litigation Toxic Torts Serious Personal Injury Products Liability Workers' Compensation Safe Workplace Litigation

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appellate

Sources

Information is based on available sources as of February 21, 2026. For the most current information, please contact the attorney directly or visit their official website.