LAIRD COWLEY, PLLC
(406) 541-7400
About Laird Cowley
Laird Cowley is a law firm in Montana, with offices located in Missoula, Montana and Helena, Montana. Our legal services are sought after by businesses and individuals all throughout Montana and the Western United States. Our excellence is recognized by top-tier institutions, esteemed organizations, and professionals nationwide.
What We Do
We are a multi-faceted law firm providing expert legal representation and guidance for businesses and individuals of all backgrounds. From helping you plan and strategize for the future to walking you through the dispute resolution process and representing you in court, Laird Cowley is here to guide you through life’s challenges and legal circumstances.
We provide the following legal services:
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury
- Insurance Litigation
- Professional Negligence
- Family Law
- Employment Law
- Construction Litigation
- Business Law
- Immigration Law
What We Do
We are a multi-faceted law firm providing expert legal representation and guidance for businesses and individuals of all backgrounds. From helping you plan and strategize for the future to walking you through the dispute resolution process and representing you in court, Laird Cowley is here to guide you through life’s challenges and legal circumstances.
We provide the following legal services:
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury
- Insurance Litigation
- Professional Negligence
- Family Law
- Employment Law
- Construction Litigation
- Business Law
- Immigration Law
Our Locations
Our Approach
We approach our clients’ legal cases head-on. Our determination, attention to detail, and years of experience in handling complex cases allows us to navigate even the most difficult situations with uncommon dexterity and proficiency.
Collaboration is an essential part of our process. We take a team approach to our cases, drawing on our diverse experience and skills, to develop effective strategies that result in successful outcomes for our clients. We exercise professionalism and excellence in all we do, not only because of the standards we hold for ourselves, but because we earnestly believe that our clients deserve nothing less than the very best.
Our Approach
We approach our clients’ legal cases head-on. Our determination, attention to detail, and years of experience in handling complex cases allows us to navigate even the most difficult situations with uncommon dexterity and proficiency.
Collaboration is an essential part of our process. We take a team approach to our cases, drawing on our diverse experience and skills, to develop effective strategies that result in successful outcomes for our clients. We exercise professionalism and excellence in all we do, not only because of the standards we hold for ourselves, but because we earnestly believe that our clients deserve nothing less than the very best.
Our Partners & Attorneys
CORY R. LAIRD
Managing Partner
Managing Partner & Attorney, Cory R. Laird is an experienced trial attorney whose work is recognized at a statewide and regional level. Cory is adept in handling a wide array of complex litigation matters and has represented businesses and individuals in wrongful death actions, multi-million-dollar real estate development cases, civil rights actions, professional negligence cases, complex tort litigation, construction litigation, and many other types of disputes.
JANE E. COWLEY
Partner
Partner & Attorney Jane E. Cowley is an accomplished legal professional that holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Juris Doctor from the University of Connecticut. With a legal career spanning over two decades, Jane is recognized for her excellence in family law matters and has a reputation as one of the top divorce lawyers in the Western United States.
SARA S. BERG
Partner
Partner and Attorney Sara S. Berg is an esteemed legal professional with a Juris Doctor from the University of Montana School of Law. With an impressive career spanning over two decades, she is a celebrated expert in her field and has achieved extensive recognition as a top Montana lawyer. As a seasoned litigator and attorney-mediator, Sara leads our Helena office and is a key contributor to its success.
TOM HARRINGTON
Partner
Partner and Attorney Tom Harrington is an accomplished legal professional with a Juris Doctor from the University of Montana School of Law. With a reputation as a top Montana lawyer and a professional career spanning over two decades, Tom brings exceptional insight and expertise to the Laird Cowley team. Working out of our Missoula office, he is intensely focused on civil litigation matters such as workers’ compensation claims and is also knowledgeable in insurance litigation, personal injury, and professional negligence matters.
LINDSAY A. MULLINEAUX
Associate Attorney
Lindsay A. Mullineaux is an Associate Attorney at Laird Cowley with an impressive professional background and knowledge in various aspects of law. She is admitted to practice in Montana State and Federal Courts and is experienced in commercial litigation, construction litigation, employment law and business matters, personal injury litigation, and professional negligence litigation.
RILEY M. WAVRA
Associate Attorney
Riley M. Wavra is an accomplished Associate Attorney with an impressive and diverse professional background. While his work is primarily focused on commercial litigation, he is well-versed in a variety of areas including construction litigation, civil rights litigation, ADA disputes, employment law and business matters, personal injury, and professional negligence.
SARAH W. MCCLAIN
Associate Attorney
Sarah McClain is an accomplished Associate Attorney with a Juris Doctor from the Willamette University College of Law. With over fifteen years of experience in law, Sarah is a recognized expert in her field and is known for her work as both an advocate and an attorney. Working from our Helena office, Sarah provides expert legal representation in family law matters and immigration law.
TOM BELL
Attorney Of Counsel
Tom Bell concentrates primarily on workers’ compensation matters, representing insurance clients. With a career spanning nearly thirty years, Tom has consistently delivered excellent legal counsel and favorable outcomes for his clients. Armed with a Juris Doctor from St. Louis University, also with honors, Tom brings a broad, practical base to fulfill his role at Laird Cowley.
Our Core Values
Our Core Values are simple. It’s our value system and reflects who we are and what we stand for:
- Professionalism: We are attentive & compassionate to our clients’ and their needs.
- Excellence: We are relentless in our commitment to our clients.
- Results-Oriented: We persevere to achieve outstanding results for our clients
- Experience & Relationships: We are diligent advocates for our clients and community.
Our Core Values
Our Core Values are simple. It’s our value system and reflects who we are and what we stand for:
- Professionalism: We are attentive & compassionate to our clients’ and their needs.
- Excellence: We are relentless in our commitment to our clients.
- Results-Oriented: We persevere to achieve outstanding results for our clients
- Experience & Relationships: We are diligent advocates for our clients and community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to ensure the fair and just treatment of our clients and community. We seek to right wrongs, help others, and ensure justice in the world around us. We’re committed to doing our part in protecting the welfare of others and continually strive to make a positive difference.
We believe that we can have an impact today while also acting as stewards for the next generations. Our goal is to provide excellent legal representation for our clients and help them navigate difficult situations while also protecting their rights.
Our Mission
Our mission is to ensure the fair and just treatment of our clients and community. We seek to right wrongs, help others, and ensure justice in the world around us. We’re committed to doing our part in protecting the welfare of others and continually strive to make a positive difference.
We believe that we can have an impact today while also acting as stewards for the next generations. Our goal is to provide excellent legal representation for our clients and help them navigate difficult situations while also protecting their rights.
Local Presence & Beyond
Laird Cowley has offices located in Missoula, Montana and Helena, Montana. Our expertise and influence extends throughout Montana, Idaho, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Colorado. We regularly represent clients in Missoula, Helena, Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Kalispell, Sidney, Wolf Point, Boise, Coeur d’Alene, Cody, Jackson, Fargo, Bismarck, Casper, and all places in between. If you’re interested in learning more about our service, we encourage you to contact our office at (406) 541-7400.
Contact Us
Please contact us if you have questions.