Atty. James Joseph Masar

Atty. James Joseph Masar

James Joseph Masar is a lawyer practicing real estate, farm and ranch law, banking and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from College of Idaho in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Missoula Missoula 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Masar at a glance

James Joseph Masar is a Member based in Missoula, Montana, practicing at James J. Masar. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Montana (1968) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1968) and College of Idaho (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Western Montana Bar Association State Bar of Montana. Serands clients in Missoula, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Joseph Masar is a lawyer practicing real estate, farm and ranch law, banking and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from College of Idaho in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at James J. Masar in Missoula, MT

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Masar's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James Joseph Masar is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Montana →

Probate

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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.

James Joseph Masar is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Montana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Joseph Masar 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 Joseph Masar is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 James Joseph Masar

Where is James Joseph Masar's law office located?
James Joseph Masar's law practice is located in Missoula, Montana. The firm is James J. Masar. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Masar handle?
James Joseph Masar focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has James Joseph Masar practiced law?
James Joseph Masar has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James Joseph Masar go to law school?
James Joseph Masar earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact James Joseph Masar for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Joseph Masar received?
James Joseph Masar's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1968
B.A.
College of Idaho
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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