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Atty. Scott Macdonald Stearns

Atty. Scott Macdonald Stearns

Scott Macdonald Stearns is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, railroad defense and 7 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Missoula Missoula 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Macdonald Stearns at a glance

Scott Macdonald Stearns is a Shareholder based in Missoula, Montana, practicing at Boone Karlberg PC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Montana (1998) and Minnesota (2002). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1998) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Missoula, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Macdonald Stearns is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, railroad defense and 7 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Scott practices at Boone Karlberg PC in Missoula, MT

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Macdonald Stearns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Macdonald Stearns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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

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

Scott Macdonald Stearns is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Montana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Scott Macdonald Stearns is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Montana →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Scott Macdonald Stearns is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Montana →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Scott Macdonald Stearns is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Scott Macdonald Stearns

Where is Scott Macdonald Stearns's law office located?
Scott Macdonald Stearns's law practice is located in Missoula, Montana. The firm is Boone Karlberg PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Macdonald Stearns handle?
Scott Macdonald Stearns focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has Scott Macdonald Stearns practiced law?
Scott Macdonald Stearns has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Scott Macdonald Stearns go to law school?
Scott Macdonald Stearns earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Scott Macdonald Stearns for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Macdonald Stearns 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 Scott Macdonald Stearns received?
Scott Macdonald Stearns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1998
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1995

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1998
Minnesota
Admitted: 2002

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