Vincent G. Kalafat

A former law clerk for Ninth Circuit Judges Thomas G. Nelson and N. Randy Smith, Michael Manning’s practice focuses on appellate advocacy and complex litigation. He has argued multiple appeals in the Ninth Circuit, and regularly represents clients in both federal and state courts. His appellate and trial-level litigation experience covers a broad range of substantive topics, including environmental litigation, constitutional issues, intellectual property, bank bad faith and lender liabi...

Brandon Hoskins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation - Construction, Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Brandon, who practices law in Billings, Montana, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brandon is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Katie J. Maehl is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Real Estate Law and Tax Law. Katie J., who practices law in Billings, Montana, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katie J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mr. Ritchie successfully represents clients involved in virtually all types of labor and employment disputes. Businesses trust Mr. Ritchie to achieve positive results when their reputations are on the line. Mr. Ritchie represents and advises clients in several areas, including claims of wrongful discharge, harassment, discrimination, breach of employment contract, response to state and federal investigations and claims arising under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Montana Human Rights Ac...

Cole Derks is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Agriculture Law, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Cole, who practices law in Billings, Montana, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cole is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bryan Kautz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Bryan, who practices law in Billings, Montana, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jeff Sorenson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law and Tax Law. Jeff, who practices law in Billings, Montana, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeff is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kristy Buckley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Kristy, who practices law in Bozeman, Montana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kristy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Andrew J. (“A.J.”) Miller is a partner at Miller Tourtlotte Law, PLLC, where he passionately represents individuals in personal injury, workers’ compensation, and bad faith cases. A true Montanan, A.J. grew up in Billings and graduated with honors from Billings Central Catholic High School. He’s a proud alumnus of the University of Montana, with both an undergraduate degree in English Literature and his law degree. A.J.’s commitment to justice is rooted in his ex...

Malcolm Goodrich was admitted to practice in Montana in 1984 and is certified as a Business Bankruptcy Specialist by ABI/ABC. The Goodrich Law Firm practices throughout the State of Montana and accepts clients on a referral basis only. The Firm concentrates its practice in the areas of insolvency, agricultural law, banking law and comercial litigation. Malcolm Goodrich is a past president of the State Bar Bankruptcy Section and has spoken at numerous seminars both throughout the State of Mont...