Atty. David N. Niklas

Atty. David N. Niklas

David N. Niklas is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, probate law, wills law and 13 other areas of law.

Helena Helena 61 yrs experience 61 year
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About David N. Niklas at a glance

David N. Niklas is a Member based in Helena, Montana, practicing at David N. Niklas. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, contracts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Montana (1965) and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Montana (1965). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1965) and Carroll College (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of 1st Judicial District and American Bar Associations State Bar of Montana. Serands clients in Helena, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David N. Niklas is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, probate law, wills law and 13 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Carroll College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • David practices at David N. Niklas in Helena, MT

Practice Areas Explained

David N. Niklas's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Contracts

David N. Niklas is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Montana →

Probate

David N. Niklas is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Montana →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David N. Niklas is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Montana →

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 Helena 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 N. Niklas

Where is David N. Niklas's law office located?
David N. Niklas's law practice is located in Helena, Montana. The firm is David N. Niklas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David N. Niklas handle?
David N. Niklas focuses on wills, trusts, contracts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has David N. Niklas practiced law?
David N. Niklas has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did David N. Niklas go to law school?
David N. Niklas earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact David N. Niklas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David N. Niklas received?
David N. Niklas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1965
B.A.
Carroll College
- 1962

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Montana
Admitted: 1965

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