Atty. J. Devlan Geddes
Devlan grew up in Junction City, Oregon. He moved to Montana in 1992 to attend Montana State University and play football for the Fighting Bobcats football team.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Bozeman, MT · 25+ Years Experience
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About J. Devlan Geddes at a Glance
J. Devlan Geddes is a Partner based in Bozeman, Montana, practicing at Goetz, Geddes & Gardner, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (2001) and Montana (2002). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 2001) and Montana State University (B.S., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Montana American Bar Association Montana Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Bozeman, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J. Devlan Geddes
- Devlan grew up in Junction City, Oregon
- He moved to Montana in 1992 to attend Montana State University and play football for the Fighting Bobcats football team
- Devlan was a four year starter at defensive end for the Bobcats and earned All-Big Sky Honors and All-American Honors for his athletic and academic achievements
- Devlan graduated from Montana State University with a unique degree combining Justice Studies and Physics.Devlan attended law school at the University of Oregon in Eugene
- He graduated in the top 10% of his law school class and was elected the Editor-in-Chief of the Oregon Law Review
Practice Areas Explained
J. Devlan Geddes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Devlan Geddes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bozeman.
Medical Malpractice in Bozeman
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Bozeman
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Business & Corporate Law in Bozeman
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
J. Devlan Geddes is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Montana →
Real Estate Law in Bozeman
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
J. Devlan Geddes is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Montana →
Intellectual Property in Bozeman
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bozeman
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 Bozeman 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.
Bozeman Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bozeman-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 Bozeman Choose J. Devlan Geddes
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 J. Devlan Geddes's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J. Devlan Geddes brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington and Montana, J. Devlan Geddes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and business, J. Devlan Geddes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bozeman
A Bozeman-based practice means J. Devlan Geddes 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 J. Devlan Geddes Handles in Bozeman
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters J. Devlan Geddes 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.
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