Atty. Gary Kalkstein
Gary Kalkstein is a Partner in our Missoula office and focuses his practice on medical malpractice and health care matters. For the last 35 years, Gary has defended a wide range of health care clients, including physicians, hospitals, clinics, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, professional counselors, and other health care providers in medical negligence actions and professional licensing disputes throughout the State of Montana.
Litigation - Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Missoula, MT
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About Gary Kalkstein at a Glance
Gary Kalkstein is a medical malpractice and insurance attorney based in Missoula, Montana, practicing at Hall Booth Smith PC. Educated at The University of Montana (J.D., 1987). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Missoula) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Missoula, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Kalkstein
- Gary Kalkstein is a Partner in our Missoula office and focuses his practice on medical malpractice and health care matters
- For the last 35 years, Gary has defended a wide range of health care clients, including physicians, hospitals, clinics, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, professional counselors, and other health care providers in medical negligence actions and professional licensing disputes throughout the State of Montana
- He routinely appears before the Montana Medical Legal Panel, state licensing boards, and in state and federal courts
- Gary is regularly invited to speak at seminars before physicians, dentists, lawyers, and insurance company representatives on medical liability and risk management issues
- Prior to joining HBS, Gary was Founding Partner of Kalkstein Law Firm, P.C. in Missoula where he defended clients in medical, dental, and health care provider malpractice claims throughout the State of Montana
- Gary earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Montana in 1987
- He, and his wife Janet, an RN, enjoy the outdoors and spending time with their adult children and their St. Bernard, Daisy
Practice Areas Explained
Gary Kalkstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Kalkstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Missoula.
Medical Malpractice in Missoula
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Gary Kalkstein is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Montana →
Insurance Law in Missoula
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Gary Kalkstein is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Montana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Missoula
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.
Missoula Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Missoula-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Missoula Choose Gary Kalkstein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gary Kalkstein's practice in the field of medical malpractice and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice and insurance, Gary Kalkstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Missoula
A Missoula-based practice means Gary Kalkstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gary Kalkstein Handles in Missoula
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gary Kalkstein has experience with under Montana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gary Kalkstein directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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