Atty. David Brian Cotner
David Brian Cotner is a lawyer practicing commercial banking, business estate planning, business formation and 8 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Montana in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.
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David Brian Cotner is a Member based in Missoula, Montana, practicing at Cotner Law, PLLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Montana (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of Montana U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at University of Montana (B.S., 1980) and University of Montana J.D. with honors University of Montana J.D. with high honors University of Montana J.D. 1983 Phi Delta Phi (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Montana American Bar Association Montana Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Missoula, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David Brian Cotner is a lawyer practicing commercial banking, business estate planning, business formation and 8 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Montana in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Cotner Law, PLLC in Missoula, MT
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Why local counsel matters in Montana
Practicing law in Montana. Legal matters in Montana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Missoula are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Montana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Montana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Montana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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