Atty. Shane Colton
Shane was raised in the Central Montana farm and ranch community of Denton. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree, with honors, in Public Administration from Montana State University in 1991.
Motor Vehicle Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Billings, MT · 30+ Years Experience
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About Shane Colton at a Glance
Shane Colton is a Managing Partner based in Billings, Montana, practicing at Colton Holm PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Montana (1996) and U.S. District Court District of Montana (1996). Educated at University of Montana School of Law J.D. Honors: Balfour Fellowship, Fraternal Order of Sigma Chi; Karl Karlberg Memorial Scholarship (—) and Montana State University (B.S. Public, 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Billings, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Shane Colton
- Shane was raised in the Central Montana farm and ranch community of Denton
- He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree, with honors, in Public Administration from Montana State University in 1991
- In 1996, Shane obtained his law degree from the University of Montana School of Law, where he was recognized for academic success and exceptional leadership
- In 1999, he joined the firm which later became Edmiston & Colton
- Shane has spent over two decades representing Montanans against insurance companies
- Shane is admitted to practice in front of Montana State and Federal Courts
- He is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Montana Trial Lawyers Association, and perhaps more interestingly, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
- An avid outdoorsman and committed conservationist, Shane has served ten years on Montana’s Fish and Wildlife Commission
- Shane and his wife Gina, a clinical social worker, volunteer their time on the boards of Montana Land Reliance, Tumbleweed, and CASA of Yellowstone County
- When she isn’t birdhunting, Shane’s English Setter Ridley serves as the office greeter
- Professional Associations and Memberships • American Association for Justice, Member • Montana Trial Lawyers Association, Member
Practice Areas Explained
Shane Colton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shane Colton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Billings.
Car Accidents in Billings
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Shane Colton is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Montana →
Medical Malpractice in Billings
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Shane Colton is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Montana →
Wrongful Death in Billings
Shane Colton is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Montana →
Personal Injury in Billings
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.
Shane Colton is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Montana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Billings
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 Billings 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 venue, 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.
Billings Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Billings-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Billings Choose Shane Colton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Shane Colton's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Shane Colton brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Montana and U.S. District Court District of Montana, Shane Colton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Shane Colton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Billings
A Billings-based practice means Shane Colton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Shane Colton Handles in Billings
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Shane Colton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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