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Matt Tourtlotte and the Tourtlotte Law Firm offer fifteen years of experience as a Montana litigation attorney. I've logged more than ten thousand hours litigating Montana bad faith claims, insurance coverage cases, and claims under the Montana Unfair Trade Practices Act. Whether you are injured in an accident or are confused about applicable insurance coverages at issue under the policy you need an experienced attorney advocating for you. Matt Tourtlotte has the experience and tough minded lawyering that you need.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
35%
Car Accident
20%
Workers Compensation
20%
Wrongful Death
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Montana for 26 years
State: Montana
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
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Matthew I. Tourtlotte's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Workers Compensation
Matt helped me with a workers compensation case that lasted over a year and a half. With all the different paper work, phone calls and people I needed to deal with I just couldn't handle it. After it was all finished he got me more than we had originally projected. I found Matt and his staff very acc...
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2015
Billings Attorney
It was great working with Matt on our insurance claim. He took on the insurance company and really helped get us the result we were looking for.
Posted by Tracey | July 27, 2015
Best choice in Billings
Mr. Tourtlotte was able to help me get a quick and reasonable settlement from our insurance company. I had spent hours on the phone dealing with adjusters and he took over and was able to save me the headaches they had been giving me. He got me double what I was hoping for.
Posted by Jennifer | June 12, 2015
Workers compensation
Matt has been absolutely fantastic through my injury,I had to move out of state and he provided the care I needed to get my surgery and my pt . Matt also delt with worker's compensation and arranged all my benefits, we have recently settled and although the process has been long I couldn't have done ...
Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2015
still learning withdrew from case when questions were asked
Matt Tourlotte took on both a clear liability car accident and a employment claim, he cost me two months and did not stay in contact what-so-ever. When questions arose due to rising out of pocket costs and lack of communication he scheduled a lady minute meeting and withdrew. Left me with zero repres...
Matthew I. Tourtlotte's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt is the go-to guy when it comes to personal injury and auto accidents. He is very knowledgeable and very thorough with his work."
"I endorse this lawyer. He offers smart, on-point analysis and is a valuable contributor to this forum."
"Matt is a smart and effective trial lawyer, who cares about his clients. If you need a trial lawyer, I can endorse Matt without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an excellent attorney. I had the pleasure of working on a very complicated personal injury case. Matt represented the husband with his insurance issues while I represented the wife. Matt's grasp of insurance law was fantastic. Despite one fight after another, he was able to get insurance coverage for his client. He did a fantastic job. I look forward to the opportunity to work with Matt again and I give him the highest recommendation."
"Mr. Tourtlotte has an excellent reputation in the legal community. He is quickly able to spot the relevant issues in a legal matter and offer practical and efficient solutions. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
Craig Hopkins
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers-Montana, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Nationally Ranked Top 10-Personal Injury, The national academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, Tourtlotte Law Firm
2002 - 2014
Shareholder, Brown Law Firm
2001 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Smith, Walsh, Clarke and Gregoire
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk, Montana 21st Judicial District
Associations
2015 - Present
The national academy of Personal Injury AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
Montana Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Montana Fish & Wildlife CommissionerCommissioner
2002 - Present
Yellowstone Area Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2005
Yellowstone Area Bar AssociationSecretary/Board
Sample of Legal Cases
Wilhite vs. Rosebud Health Center
Client recovered against her former employer after mediation
Gardner vs. Montana State Fund, et al.
Six figure settlement for client
Crinkovich vs. Grains of Montana
Six figure settlement for client
Education
1999
University of Montana
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Montana Trial Lawyers Association Winter Seminar
Workers Compensation Bad Faith-Quid Pro Whoa
2015
2015/2016 Wolf Regulations and Landowner Rights to Take
Montana Fish and Wildlife
2013
Annual Conference Fergus Farm Mutual
Avoiding Bad Faith
Publications
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do i have the right to tell my lawyer that i wanna settle and close my case for good?
28 Jan 2019
Q&A
My question is concerning Medicare subrogation.
28 Jan 2019
Q&A
Is it considered sexual harassment if i was fired after breaking up with my boss?
28 Jan 2019