Av. David Garfield
David is a native of Circle, Montana, where he grew up on a farm and ranch. David received a bachelor’s degree from Montana State University, and then his J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 2012.
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David Garfield is an Associate based in Billings, Montana, practforg at Hendrickson Law Firm, P.C.. They haand 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Admitted to practice in Montana (2015). Educated at University of Montana School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Montana State University (B.S., 2009). Serands clients in Billings, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David is a native of Circle, Montana, where he grew up on a farm and ranch
- David received a bachelor’s degree from Montana State University, and then his J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 2012
- David is licensed to practice law in Montana
- Following law school, he worked as a law clerk for the Hon. Richard A. Simonton in Montana’s 7th Judicial District
- David comes to Hendrickson Law Firm with a mix of civil practice experience and trial work
- Civil practice experience includes litigation and transactional work in real estate, probate, and business fields, along with general civil litigation
- David considers work for the clients in these fields to be especially rewarding, and strongly believes in clear communication and effective use of time and resources to accomplish clients’ goals
- Years of criminal defense work, mostly involving felonies and major crimes, give David a weight of experience in complex cases and high‑stakes litigation
- Achievements include an acquittal on a deliberate homicide charge following a six‑day trial, where the jury returned with a verdict of “not guilty” convinced that the defendant had acted in self‑defense
- Effective communication with the client, strategic thinking in the long‑term, and teamwork made this outcome happen, and David continues to carry this outlook with him in his practice
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Montana
Practforg law in Montana. Legal matters in Montana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Billings 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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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