Criminal Law

• Wrongful Death
  Our attorneys are experienced litigators and trial attorneys. We provide representation in complex, document-intensive, multi-party litigation, as well as the garden variety case. We have litigated and tried cases, both bench trials and jury trials, in Montana state and federal courts. We also work with out-of-state counsel in representing businesses and individuals in Montana courts. Our general litigation practice includes the specific practice areas listed below in addition to administrative litigation, commercial litigation, complex litigation, punitive damages cases and wrongful death and survival actions.

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Transactions
  Whether you’re starting, expanding, or selling a business, it helps to have legal guidance in making the right decisions. We can help you each step of the way, with a focus on your goals.

Employment Law

• Wrongful Termination
  Employee and employer training and education • Employee discipline and termination • Employee hiring • Employee leave including leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Montana Maternity Act • Employee policies and procedures • Employment contracts • Employment discrimination (age, sex, race, national origin, disability, marital status) • Drug testing and use of social media and electronics • Investigation of harassment and other grievances • Retaliation and blacklisting • Unemployment benefits • Union and labor issues • Wage and hour compliance • Wages and benefits • Wrongful discharge actions
• Employment Discrimination
• Employment Contract

Property Law

• Construction Litigation
  Construction Defect Litigation Our attorneys represent architects, builders, contractors, engineers, manufacturers and property owners in litigation involving construction defects, negligent construction, indemnification, and other contractual matters. Our scope of practice includes both residential and commercial real property and all phases of development from the planning stage to construction and occupancy. We provide guidance and legal advice on the remedies and defenses available under Montana and federal law.
• Land Use and Zoning
  Interlocal agreements • Inverse condemnation and takings • Land use and zoning • Malicious prosecution • Nuisance • Open and public meeting laws • Permitting • Personal injury • Property damage • Regulations and ordinances • Roads and construction
• Property Damage
  Ugrin attorneys have represented clients in property damage claims ranging from relatively minor incidents to catastrophic loss. In addition to this specialized knowledge, our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in matters involving insurance. This is important because insurance issues often arise in property damage cases. Ugrin attorneys are also well-versed and skilled in bringing and defending against the negligence and other tort-based claims common to property damage litigation.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury actions. Our clients include individuals, businesses, insureds and self-insureds. We assist our clients in navigating the complex web of legal relationships and issues unique to personal injury claims. We involve our clients throughout the process beginning with the initial investigation and liability analysis through final resolution.
• Medical Malpractice
  Healthcare Law – Medical Malpractice and Medical Legal Panels We have represented rural and urban hospitals and clinics and their staff, as well as physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and physical therapists. We represent all healthcare providers in medical malpractice matters. Additional healthcare law practice areas include acquisitions and mergers, contract negotiations and formation, federal and state regulatory issues and compliance, governance and bylaw formation and compliance, HIPAA, hospital boards, Montana Medical Legal Panels, physician credentialing, and state licensing board issues.
• Auto Accidents

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  “Estate Administration” is the process of winding up a deceased person’s lifetime financial affairs and distributing their assets according to their estate plan. The difficulty or ease of administering a loved one’s estate is determined by various factors including how well planned the estate is, how the individual held their property, and how many people will receive property from the estate.
• Power of Attorney
  At a minimum, your estate plan should include non-probate considerations, a will, a durable power of attorney, and a living will. We can help guide you as you make important decisions about your legacy.
• Probate