3 Best Employment Lawyers in Billings, MT

“2026 Update: Michele L. Braukmann completed her Bachelor's degree in English Literature from University of Montana in Missoula and obtained her Juris Doctorate Degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Notre Dame's Law School. She also practiced at Moulton Bellingham, PC after returning to Montana, becoming a shareholder and board member of the firm. She has handled cases at both the state and federal district court levels, as well as within various administrative agencies, including the Montana Human Rights Bureau, during her time at the firm. She is the founder of Meridian Law, PLLC. Michele L. Braukmann focuses her work on Plaintiff's civil litigation, including discrimination, personal injury, abuse and assault, and general tort claims. She has taken multiple plaintiffs’ discrimination and tort claims to successful verdict and/or settlement over the past several years. Meridian Law, PLLC. aims to provide courageous, compassionate, and committed legal services. The firm understands how difficult it is to navigate the complexities involved in any legal dispute.”

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“2026 Update: William A. D'Alton completed his law degree at the University of Montana. He was admitted to the Montana State Bar in 1995. After graduating, William A. D'Alton worked as an attorney for the Yellowstone County Public Defender's Office for two years. He is the founder of D'Alton Law Firm, where he represents both plaintiffs and defendants. He has tried jury cases at every level of trial courts in Montana, from justice court to federal district court, and has over 20 years of experience practicing law. William A. D'Alton is a member of the State Bar of Montana, Montana Trial Lawyers Association, National Trial Lawyers, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, American Bar Association, United States District Court for Montana, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. William A. D'Alton has handled appeals before the Montana Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.”

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“2026 Update: Michael F. McGuinness obtained his bachelor’s degree from Montana State University in 2005 and his JD from California Western School in 2010. He is licensed in the state and federal courts of Montana and California and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Michael F. McGuinness is a member of the Montana Bar Association, the Yellowstone Area Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. He represents both employers and employees in employment disputes. He strives to make life easier for his clients by resolving claims as quickly as possible. He is prepared to handle trials and appeals for his employment clients.” Michael F. McGuinness currently practices in Patten, Peterman, Bekkedahl & Green.”

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