Atty. James J. Screnar

Atty. James J. Screnar

James J. Screnar is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Bozeman Bozeman 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Screnar at a glance

James J. Screnar is a divorce, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and environmental attorney based in Bozeman, Montana. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Montana (1967) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Claims U.S. Tax Court (1976). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1967) and Carroll College (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Gallatin County. Serands clients in Bozeman, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James J. Screnar is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Carroll College in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices in Bozeman, MT

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Screnar's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James J. Screnar is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Montana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James J. Screnar is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Montana →

Real Estate Law

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

James J. Screnar is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Montana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James J. Screnar is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Montana →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James J. Screnar is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 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 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 James J. Screnar

Where is James J. Screnar's law office located?
James J. Screnar's law practice is located in Bozeman, Montana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Screnar handle?
James J. Screnar focuses on divorce, business, real estate, bankruptcy, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has James J. Screnar practiced law?
James J. Screnar has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James J. Screnar go to law school?
James J. Screnar earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact James J. Screnar for a consultation?
You can contact James J. Screnar directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James J. Screnar received?
James J. Screnar's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1967
B.A.
Carroll College
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Claims U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1976

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