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About Michael W. Cotter at a glance
Michael W. Cotter is an U.S. Atty. based in Helena, Montana. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Montana (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Montana (1977), Indiana (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1977) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A. University, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Helena, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael W. Cotter is a lawyer
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Michael practices in Helena, MT
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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 Helena 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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