Helena Location

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. 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 at our Helena, MT location:

Commercial Litigation
Personal Injury
Insurance Litigation
Professional Negligence
Family Law
Employment Law
Construction Litigation
Business Law
Immigration Law

Local Presence in Helena & Beyond

Laird Cowley serves clients throughout and beyond Montana’s state borders. Having a strong local presence in Helena allows us to leverage our network of trusted professionals and concentrate our resources. Our attorneys are from various backgrounds and possess a diverse range of skills. Our central location in Helena gives us the ability to work collaboratively as a team, allowing us to be highly effective in our approach and assist clients throughout the Western United States.

In addition to the Helena office Partners & Attorneys, our clients are provided with exceptional support from our Paralegals:

Paralegal Amber Carlson at our Helena, Montana office is an accomplished paralegal who possesses over sixteen years of legal experience. With extensive expertise in various aspects of law, including divorce and custody disputes, estate planning, probate, and real estate law, Amber utilizes her deep legal knowledge to provide critical support to Laird Cowley’s attorneys and clients on Family Law matters. She is a valued member of our team and plays a vital role in contributing to the success of our Helena office in support of Partner & Attorney, Sara Berg and Associate Attorney Sarah McClain.

Paralegal Megan Davis at our Helena, Montana office is a dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal who brings over 15 years of law firm experience to Laird Cowley. With a strong background in administrative and financial operations, Meg transitioned to the legal side of firm work in 2021, where she now provides essential support to attorneys and clients in the Helena office. Her responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing client files, and coordinating meetings between attorneys and clients—all with precision, organization, and care. She is a valued member of our team and plays a vital role in contributing to the success of our Helena office in support of Partner & Attorney, Sara Berg and Associate Attorney Sarah McClain.

Legal Services Offered at Our Helena Location

We provide expert professional advice and services for every stage of the legal process. Our Helena attorneys are ready to help you navigate life’s challenges and legal circumstances.

Family Law

Our office in Helena, Montana is here to serve our Family Law clients. We understand that when a client reaches out to us in search of a Montana divorce lawyer or family law attorney, they are often going through difficult and uncertain times. Whether your case involves separation/divorce, child custody, or the adoption of a new family member, you’re bound to experience a range of emotions due to the change in your life circumstances. Our legal team is here to provide expert guidance and support when you need it most. We help you make informed decisions and navigate the challenges and changes that lie ahead.

Laird Cowley offers a wide range of Family Law services for our clients in the Helena area. Preparing for a divorce, custody hearing, or major change in your family’s circumstances can be unsettling. You may feel uncertain about the future and concerned with handling the legalities of your situation. Our dedicated team can provide you with expert legal guidance that gives you strength, and peace of mind:

• Divorce
• Parenting plans and child support
• Adoptions
• Guardianship
• Conservatorship

At our Helena office, Family Law cases are overseen by Partner and Attorney Sara S. Berg, 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 is able to deftly navigate intricate legal landscapes making her a key contributor to the success of our Laird Cowley Helena, Montana office.

Immigration Law

Our office in Helena serves immigration law clients all throughout Montana state. We provide legal services for family-based matters, asylum and humanitarian matters, green cards, visas, waivers, appeals, naturalization, and removal defense. We understand that immigration problems can be incredibly challenging and significantly impact one’s career, family, housing, and life. You may be wondering if you will be able to reunite with your loved ones, be forced to leave your home, or be able to become a citizen in the U.S. Our Montana immigration law team can help you get the answers and outcome you rightfully deserve.

Immigration law cases, including deportation defense, are highly complex and involve significant emotional and financial distress. Our legal team is experienced at navigating these difficult cases and will work to reach the best outcome for you and your family.

Laird Cowley is experienced in handling the following types of matters:

• Family-Based
• Asylum and Humanitarian (VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, SIJS)
• Green Cards
• Visas
• Waivers
• Appeals
• Naturalization
• Removal Defense

Immigration cases are handled by Attorney Sarah W. McClain, who is a top Montana immigration lawyer that works out of our Helena office. Sarah has worked in this area of law for the past 15 years. Sarah previously practiced immigration law in Portland, Oregon where she handled a wide range of cases and dealt with numerous federal agencies including the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (Immigration Court).

Commercial Litigation

We provide a range of services for commercial litigation in Helena and beyond, representing both individuals and corporate clients in commercial disputes. Disputes are common in business but can be navigated successfully with the right approach. Whether your situation involves a partnership dispute, breach of contract, or another legal matter, our seasoned attorneys can guide you through the commercial litigation process. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in commercial disputes, offering legal guidance for:

• Shareholder, partnership, and membership disputes
• Contract disputes
• Business torts
• Trust disputes
• Probate disputes

Personal Injury

If you’re searching for a personal injury lawyer in Helena, Laird Cowley can provide expert legal guidance and services to assist with your case. We understand the seriousness of personal injury cases and that these situations often involve significant physical, emotional, and financial distress. Our team possesses extensive experience in navigating these complex matters and will work closely with you to achieve a satisfactory outcome. We assist with personal injury cases involving:

• Wrongful death and/or survivorship claims
• Wrongful convictions
• Automobile accidents
• Workplace injuries
• Catastrophic losses
• Explosion/burn injuries

Insurance Litigation

Our attorneys can assist with a wide range of insurance-related matters including personal injury lawsuits, coverage analysis and disputes, administrative matters, and insurance fraud. The insurance industry is highly regulated and often involves numerous layers of policy, making it essential to have a skilled legal team on your side. We offer comprehensive legal services for insurance matters including litigation, mediation, arbitration, consulting, document preparation, and beyond. Our insurance defense attorneys represent both insurers and policyholders and are experienced in navigating insurance disputes related to:

• Personal injury
• Commercial litigation
• Tort claims
• Professional negligence
• Employment litigation
• Coverage analysis and dispute
• Mediation and arbitration
• Bad faith litigation
• Subrogation

Professional Negligence

If you’re facing an accusation of malpractice or negligence, it’s essential that you seek the advice of an experienced legal team so that you can become informed about your legal rights and obligations. Laird Cowley’s attorneys possess extensive experience in all aspects of professional liability defense and have successfully represented professionals in a range of industries throughout Helena and the Western United States. Our Helena lawyers understand the implications of legal claims against professionals and will work tirelessly to protect your reputation, license, and finances. We are proficient in navigating claims involving a diverse range of professions, including:

• Attorneys
• Engineers
• Architects
• Realtors/Brokers
• Home Inspectors
• Electricians
• Plumbers
• Accountants
• Surveyors

Service Area for Our Helena Office

Our Helena office is located at 2601 E. Broadway St. Helena, MT 59601. Additionally, we also have an office located in Missoula, Montana at: 2315 McDonald Avenue, Suite 220, Missoula, MT 59801.

While we have two physical locations in Montana, our attorneys can represent clients all throughout the Western United States. Our expertise and influence extend throughout Montana, Idaho, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Colorado. We regularly represent clients in Helena, Missoula, Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Kalispell, Sidney, Wolf Point, Boise, Coeur d’Alene, Cody, Jackson, Fargo, Bismarck, Casper, and all places in between.

Work with Helena’s Top Team of Lawyers

Our Helena location is always accepting new clients and eagerly invites you to contact our office for a consultation. If you’re interested in learning more about the services available at our Helena location, we encourage you to contact us at (406) 541-7400.