Montana Criminal Defense Lawyers

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Criminal Defense law in Montana covers felonies, misdemeanors, drug offenses, assault, theft, and white-collar crimes. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Montana has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to criminal defense cases, and attorneys who practice in District Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

Criminal cases in Montana are prosecuted through District Court, with appeals handled by the Supreme Court (no intermediate appellate court). Your constitutional rights apply, but Montana's own rules of criminal procedure determine how the case unfolds in practice. Early representation is critical — the decisions made in the first days after arrest often define the trajectory of the entire case. The State Bar of Montana maintains standards for criminal defense practitioners in the state.

When selecting a criminal defense attorney in Montana, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with District Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout Montana and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to criminal defense law in Montana to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Montana.

Abigail Coburn - Attorney
Abigail Coburn
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ryan & Miller, PLLC
 218 E. Front St., Suite 210 Missoula MT 59802
(406) 303-3671
University of Montana School of Law (2014)
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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Miva VanEngen - Attorney
Miva VanEngen
0/5 (0 reviews)
VanEngen Law Office, PC
 1802 Dearborn Avenue Suite 202 Missoula MT 59801
(406) 214-3978
University of Montana School of Law
English
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Moses O Okeyo - Attorney
Moses O Okeyo
0/5 (0 reviews)
 610 Woody Street MISOULA MT 59802
(208) 241-8194
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington (2011)
English, Spanish
Federal Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Martin Judnich - Attorney
Martin Judnich
0/5 (0 reviews)
Judnich Law Office
 501 S. Russell Street Missoula MT 59801
(406) 721-3354
University of Montana School of Law (1999)
English
Federal Circuit Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Ryan Peabody - Attorney
Ryan Peabody
0/5 (0 reviews)
Peabody Law PLLC
 121 Wisconsin Ave Ste. 201 Whitefish MT 59937
(406) 609-0708
University of Oregon School of Law
California Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Mathew Johnson - Attorney
Mathew Johnson
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1085 Helena Avenue Helena MT 59601
(406) 442-3625
University of Montana School of Law (1996)
Montana Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Joshua D. Hudson - Attorney
Joshua D. Hudson
0/5 (0 reviews)
J.D. Hudson Law, PLLC
 1001 S Main Street STE 8141 Kalispell MT 59901
(406) 545-3467
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Consumer Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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Matthew C Enrooth - Attorney
Matthew C Enrooth
0/5 (0 reviews)
Vicevich Law
 524 East Park Street Suite B Butte MT 59701
(406) 782-1111
University of North Dakota School of Law
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Construction Law Criminal Law
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Elizabeth Tipton Musick - Attorney
Elizabeth Tipton Musick
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2050 West Dickerson Street, Suite B PO Box 726 Bozeman MT 59771
(406) 579-9481
University of Montana School of Law (2012)
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Family Law
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Jill Gannon-Nagle - Attorney
Jill Gannon-Nagle
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Jill Gannon-Nagle, LLC
 210 E Helena Street P.O. Box 283 Dillon MT 59725
(406) 683-9250
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (2004)
English
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Erin Inman - Attorney
Erin Inman
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Offices of Erin T. Inman
 320 11th Ave. Helena MT 59601
(406) 422-7355
Pepperdine University School of Law (2000)
Bar #7049
Montana Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Robin Ammons - Attorney
Robin Ammons
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law, PLLC
 210 North Higgins Avenue #205 Missoula MT 59802
(406) 396-5974
University of Montana School of Law (1998)
English
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Nicholas Owens - Attorney
Nicholas Owens
0/5 (0 reviews)
Trailhead Law, PLLC
 2702 Montana Ave #204 Billings MT 59101
(406) 272-6425
Gonzaga University School of Law
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Ms. Marybeth Sampsel - Attorney
Ms. Marybeth Sampsel
0/5 (0 reviews)
Measure, Robbin, & Wilson P.C.
 24 1st Ave. East Kalispell MT 59901
(406) 752-6373
Rutgers University - Camden (2005)
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Criminal Law
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Paul Moses II - Attorney
Paul Moses II
0/5 (0 reviews)
Paul Moses II, Lawyer at Law PLLC
 222 East Main Street Suite 1F Ennis MT 59729
(406) 630-3032
University of Notre Dame Law School (1991)
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Collections Construction Law Consumer Law
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Wes McKenzie - Attorney
Wes McKenzie
0/5 (0 reviews)
 23 W Main St Suite 201 Belgrade MT 59714
(406) 577-4131
English
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Megan Moore - Attorney
Megan Moore
0/5 (0 reviews)
Watson Law Office
 101 East Main Street Suite C Bozeman MT 59715
(406) 598-4707
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Ashley C McCormack - Attorney
Ashley C McCormack
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1131 S Main St Kalispell MT 59901
(406) 752-7122
University of Montana School of Law (2015)
English
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Alicia Kelly - Attorney
Alicia Kelly
0/5 (0 reviews)
 225 Fairgrounds Rd Hamilton MT 59840
(406) 381-9996
University of Montana - University of Montana-Missoula
English
U.S. District Court, District of Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Employment Law
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Briana E. Kottke - Attorney
Briana E. Kottke
0/5 (0 reviews)
Stack & Kottke, PLLC
 234 E. Pine St. Missoula MT 59802
(406) 284-1860
University of Montana School of Law (2008)
English
Federal Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law
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David Vicevich - Attorney
David Vicevich
0/5 (0 reviews)
Vicevich Law
 524 East Park Street Suite B Butte MT 59701
(406) 782-1111
Washington University School of Law (1996)
Montana Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Moira Murphy - Attorney
Moira Murphy
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2722 3rd Ave N, #240 Billings MT 59101
(406) 206-6513
University of Montana - University of Montana-Missoula (1995)
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Kayle Jackson - Attorney
Kayle Jackson
0/5 (0 reviews)
Jackson Law Office
 546 E. Kagy Boulevard Bozeman MT 59715
University of Montana School of Law (1992)
Bar #3897
Montana Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Herman Austin Watson IV - Attorney
Herman Austin Watson IV
0/5 (0 reviews)
Watson Law Office, P.C.
 101E Main St Ste C Bozeman MT 59715
(406) 586-4707
Mercer University (2016)
English, Spanish
California Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Personal Injury
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Colin Delli Bovi - Attorney
Colin Delli Bovi
0/5 (0 reviews)
Delli Bovi and Martin, LLC
 11 Beacon Trail Clancy MT 59634
(406) 461-1069
Ohio Northern University (2010)
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Family Law
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Ben Reed - Attorney
Ben Reed
0/5 (0 reviews)
 34 W 6th Ave Ste 2E Helena MT 59601
(406) 422-4700
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Family Law
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Mark Luebeck - Attorney
Mark Luebeck
0/5 (0 reviews)
 200 Highland Blvd., Ste. 203 Bozeman MT 59715
(406) 586-1926
University of Montana School of Law
9th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Insurance Claims
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Joseph C. Engel III - Attorney
Joseph C. Engel III
0/5 (0 reviews)
 600 CENTRAL PLZ,PO BOX 3222 STE 428 GREAT FALLS MT 59403
(406) 727-0121
University of Montana School of Law
Montana Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Personal Injury
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