Atty. David J. Steele II

Atty. David J. Steele II

Dave is a sole practitioner at Geiszler Steele, PC. Dave serves as general counsel to a wide variety of individuals and businesses across a broad spectrum of civil legal areas.

Missoula Missoula 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (406) 552-1615 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David J. Steele II at a glance

David J. Steele II is an Owner based in Missoula, Montana, practicing at Geiszler Steele PC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, zoning, and adr. Admitted to practice in Montana (2008). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 2008) and Fort Lewis College (B.A. Political, 1998). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Missoula, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dave is a sole practitioner at Geiszler Steele, PC. Dave serves as general counsel to a wide variety of individuals and businesses across a broad spectrum of civil legal areas
  • Dave has earned a Martindale-Hubbell “AV-Preeminent” rating by his peers, indicting the highest level of professional excellence
  • His practice includes advising clients about business and commercial matters, real estate and real property transactions, contract issues, and other civil matters
  • Dave also regularly serves as a mediator, arbitrator and settlement master
  • Dave is admitted to practice in all Montana State Courts and all United States District Courts in Montana
  • He is a member of the State Bar of Montana, the Western Montana Bar Association, and the American Bar Association
  • Dave is a Past President of the State Bar of Montana, and a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation
  • The American Bar Foundation is among the world's leading research institutes for the empirical and interdisciplinary study of law, and which seeks to advance the understanding and improvement of law through research projects on the most pressing issues facing the legal system in the United States and the world
  • He is a Past President of the Western Montana Bar Association and also served for many years as Justice of the Peace Pro Tem for Missoula County, Montana
  • Dave was born and raised in Colorado
  • He received his B.A. in Political Science from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado
  • He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Montana School of Law
  • While attending law school in Missoula, Dave worked as a prosecutor for the Missoula City Attorney's office, and clerked for the Honorable Robert H. Whaley, U.S
  • District Court Judge, Eastern District of Washington, and for the Honorable Jeremiah C. Lynch, U.S
  • Magistrate Judge, District of Montana, as a clinical intern
  • Prior to his legal career, Dave was a professional mountain and river guide, worked as a mountaineering and climbing instructor and ski patroller in Colorado, Utah and California, and as program manager for the Colorado Outward Bound School's international sea kayaking program in Baja California and Sur, Mexico
  • Dave greatly enjoys spending time outdoors with his friends and family
  • Business and Commercial Transactions Property and Real Estate Transactions Contracts Mediation and Arbitration

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Steele II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Steele II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David J. Steele II

Where is David J. Steele II's law office located?
David J. Steele II's law practice is located in Missoula, Montana. The firm is Geiszler Steele PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Steele II handle?
David J. Steele II focuses on contracts, business, real estate, zoning, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has David J. Steele II practiced law?
David J. Steele II has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did David J. Steele II go to law school?
David J. Steele II earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Political, 1998).
How can I contact David J. Steele II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David J. Steele II received?
David J. Steele II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 2008
B.A. Political
Fort Lewis College
- 1998

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 2008

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