The Judnich Law Office offers premier level representation in several areas of law encluding DUI defense, Personal Injury claims and divorce/parenting matters. We are located in Missoula, Montana and Hamilton, Montana. Follow updates on Montana legal issues on our website: http://www.judnichlaw.com
We offer services that focus on personal injury law (car accidents) as well as DUI Defense, criminal defense law and all Family law (divorce and parenting)matters in Missoula, Montana. I began my legal career as a prosecutor in the Cascade County Attorney's Office in Great Falls, Montana. I prosecuted cases with an emphasis on DUI related charges ranging from DUI to negligent homicide. I used that experience to transition into defending the rights of those accused and began practicing criminal defense and began my practice in Missoula. Through the years I continue to participate in DUI defense training, tactics and trial experience to give my clients the most up to date and cutting edge defense strategies available. Our office continues to recruit top notch attorneys that focus their talents on personal injury and family law as well.
I have been involved in personal injury cases and law firms since 1999 as a case manager in a large personal injury firm and have helped hundreds of injured people in their claims and recovery. Our firm prides ourselves on answering the calls and questions of our clients and we support everyone having confidence and comfort with their attorney representing them.
I am an avid outdoorsman and enjoy the opportunites that the State of Montana have available.
Practice areas
Very aggressive DUI defense. I have had more training on DUI administration that most other attorneys and I use that to cast doubt upon the officer's opinions at trial.
21 years, 750 cases
Same as auto accidents, but covers people who are also injured. Let our experience help you. Find answers to common questions on our website www.judnichlaw.com
25 years, 1,200 cases
We can expunge past misdemeanor convictions from Montana.
5 years, 50 cases
Former prosecutor now criminal defense attorney defending the rights of the accused.
21 years, 800 cases
Languages spoken
English
Judnich Law Office
501 S. Russell Street
Missoula, MT, 59801
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 2020 | 05/22/2022 |
WA | Active | 2020 | 05/07/2022 |
MT | Active | 2002 | 07/16/2015 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyer | Missoula Independent | 2016 |
Best Lawyer | Missoula Independent | 2015 |
Missoula's Choice Best Lawyer Finalist | Missoulian | 2014 |
Missoula's choice Best Attorney winner | Missoulian | 2013 |
Missoula's Choice Attorney 1st place | Missoulian | 2012 |
Best Lawyer Finalist | Missoula Independent | 2011 |
Best Lawyer Finalist | Missoulian | 2011 |
Best Lawyer Finalist | Missoula Independent | 2010 |
Best Lawyer | Missoula Independent | 2007 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Judnich Law Office | 2005 - Present |
Intern | United States Attorney's Office | 2002 - 2002 |
Deputy County Attorney | Cascade County Attorney's Office | 2002 - 2005 |
Research Assistant | Nevada Attorney General's Office | 2000 - 2000 |
Case Manager | Laub & Laub | 1995 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys | Founding Member | 2014 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | General Member | 2008 - Present |
Montana Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
National Association of Personal Injury Lawyers | Member | 2006 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Jury Verdict Reports | Editor | 2011 |
Jury Verdict Reports | Montana Settlements | 2011 |
Jury Verdict Reports | Summary of Montana Settlements | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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LaPierre & Associates | NHTSA DUI SFST Investigation - Instructor Level | 2016 |
LaPierre & Associates SFST training | NHTSA DWI SFST Student Course | 2015 |
University of Montana School of Law | J.D. | 2002 |
University of Nevada-Reno | B.S. | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Plaintiff's Personal Injury from start to finish | Personal Injury | 2015 |
Personal Injury from Start to Finish - Billings | Personal Injury | 2015 |
Guest Speaker | Montana Criminal Law Discussion | 2014 |
Understanding Med Pay | Medical Payment Insurance | 2010 |
Private invitation | Auto Insurance and claims | 2010 |
County Attorney's Convention | PBT breath test admission | 2004 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Fox v. Safeco Insurance | $52,000 policy limits |
State v. J.O. | DUI reduced to Reckless driving, no jail |
State v. Lamere | DUI reduced to Reckless driving, no jail |
State v. Ricker | Not Guilty Jury Verdict |
State v. Roadifer | Amendment to lesser Reckless driving |
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Judy Sternberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 13, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jared Gross, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 18, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Judy Sternberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 13, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jared Gross, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 18, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Bryan Spoon, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 1, 2016
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Marty is an excellent attorney. Extremely competent and effective. I strongly endorse him.
David Beyersdorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Willie Graves, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 31, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Steve Darty, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Oct 31, 2015
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Martin Judnich brought a pleasant closure to a sticky civil suit, which previous lawyers had stalled. As an estate lawyer I do not litigate, now whenever that need arises in my practice, I highly recommend Martin Judnich as a litigation warrior. He has consistently helped clients I have referred to him and every time he has addressed the issues in a timely manner and with impressive results. I highly recommend Martin and his firm.
Gregory Smith, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 21, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I can easily endorse Marty. He is a plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer, and I am primarily a defense lawyer. He and I have always managed to get our cases resolved for a fair value. Important, too, is the reasonable and efficient way that he approaches his files. While clients often want a “fighter,” those of us in the profession know that needless fighting merely increases the costs of litigation, which are ultimately paid by the client. If two lawyers can focus only on the important disputes, then cases can be resolved efficiently. This is not to say that parties just agree on everything. Disagreement is the reason for lawsuits. Marty will strongly advocate for his client’s interests (he took us to the Supreme Court once), but he will not waste time and the client’s money fighting about things that are really unimportant in the big picture. Marty is a good lawyer, cares about his clients, and I would not hesitate to refer people to him.
Christopher Glinski, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Samuel Warden, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 10, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Bradley Harville, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 26, 2015
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Kevin O'Grady, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 10, 2015
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Martin has the breadth of experience, the determination and the skills to defend you. I fully endorse him.
Robert Kaiser, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 9, 2015
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Mr. Judnich consistently provides quality information in response to the legal questions posted on this website. His skill at identifying the main issues and drafting informative meaningful responses is apparent. I endorse this attorney.
Megan Scafiddi, Tax Attorney on Aug 7, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Judnich is the type of attorney you need if you are facing a DUI/DWI. His tenacity and excitement for learning really give him an edge over other attorneys. Just recently Mr. Judnich attended a class on Field Sobriety Training based on NHTSA standards. He excelled at the course and was able to bring back new information to help his clients facing DUI charges.
Ricson Dakanay, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
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I met Martin as he was a Practitioner with me during a NHTSA Standardized Field Sobreity Test Conference. During my contact with him we was well-versed in DUI law and methodologies. He is constantly looking to improve as an Attorney, and I respect that. I highly recommend Martin.
H. Aalsberg, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
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If you need a DWI/DUI Lawyer in Montana you can choose many but if you need to win choose Martin W. Judnich. I endorse him
Joseph Lazzara, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. If you want someone that is well respected, professional and someone that is a skilled litigator that will fight for you then this is the attorney you need. Great attorney.
Benjamin Pardun, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 13, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Dorinda Myers, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 20, 2015
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When you find yourself in need of a DUI/criminal defense attorney, you need someone with experience. Mr. Judnich is well respected in the legal community because he has the experience needed to be an effective advocate for his clients.
Peter Marek, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 20, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. 12 years of DUI practice is very experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him first.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Jan 13, 2015
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I not only endorse this lawyer, I also give them 5 stars.
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