Atty. Michael J. L. Cusick

Atty. Michael J. L. Cusick

Mike joined our firm in 1999 and practices in the areas of water rights adjudication, water law and real estate. Prior to going into private practice he was employed for seven years as special water master for the honorable C.

Bozeman Bozeman 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Michael J. L. Cusick at a glance

Michael J. L. Cusick is an Attorney at Law based in Bozeman, Montana, practicing at Cusick & Michael, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Montana (1989) and U.S. District Court, District of Montana (1989). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1989) and Montana State University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Gallatin County Bar Association State Bar of Montana. Serands clients in Bozeman, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mike joined our firm in 1999 and practices in the areas of water rights adjudication, water law and real estate
  • Prior to going into private practice he was employed for seven years as special water master for the honorable C. Bruce Loble, Chief Water Judge of the State of Montana, in Montana's ongoing statewide adjudication of water rights
  • He also spent two years as a law clerk for the Honorable R. C. McDonough of the Montana Supreme Court
  • Mike received his B.S
  • Degree, with honors, from Montana State University and his J.D
  • Degree, with honors, from the University of Montana, School of Law
  • He is co-editor of the instructional videotape “A Water User's Guide through the Montana Water Court" KUSM Productions, and has been a presenter at several water seminars in Montana
  • Mike is rated BV* by Martindale-Hubbell
  • He and his wife have three sons
  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Law Clerk to Hon. R.C
  • McDonough, Montana Supreme Court, 1989-1991
  • Water Master, Montana Water Court, 1991-1998
  • Co-Supervisor of Production and Co-Editor, "A Water User's Guide Through the Montana Water Court," Instructional Video, 1995

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. L. Cusick's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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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Where is Michael J. L. Cusick's law office located?
Michael J. L. Cusick's law practice is located in Bozeman, Montana. The firm is Cusick & Michael, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. L. Cusick handle?
Michael J. L. Cusick focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has Michael J. L. Cusick practiced law?
Michael J. L. Cusick has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael J. L. Cusick go to law school?
Michael J. L. Cusick earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. L. Cusick received?
Michael J. L. Cusick's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1989
B.S.
Montana State University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Montana
Admitted: 1989

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