Matthew B. Thiel

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Matthew B. Thiel

also known as Thiel Law Office, PLLC

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Missoula, MT
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Employment & Labor, Probate ... +2 more

327 West Pine St, Missoula, MT

Virtual Consultation Available

About Matthew

Biography

Experienced and effective personal representation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

40%
Employment and Labor 30%

30%
Business 10%

10%
Estate Planning 10%

10%
Probate 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Montana for 32 years

State: Montana

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Thiel Law Office, PLLC

327 West Pine St, Missoula, MT, 59802

thiellaw.com/attorneys

Online Presence

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Matthew B. Thiel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Cindy | April 3, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Past Lawyer

Matt Thiel is the best Lawyer I have ever worked with. He represented my case with dignity and respect. He also went so far as to research and educate himself on our specific case to understand the complex issues involved. He went above and beyond the call of duty to be there when things were toug...h and encouraged hope for a conclusion. His commitment to me as a client will always be appreciated.

Posted by Junaid | April 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

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Great Work

I really prefer this person because his experience everything. https://www.fiverr.com/junaidalamshah?public_mode=true

Posted by Teamsters Union Local 190 | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Labor Attorney

We hired Matt to handle a specialized case and he exceeded our expectations. Since then, we have continued to utilize Matt's knowledge and skill as our attorney. We highly recommend Matt Thiel.

Posted by Mickey | March 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Supportive, professional, and sensible

Mr Thiel is a wonderful. He has represented me before a screening panel in which all allegations were dropped. He is very clear when guides me and explains things very well. He has provided me with excellent professional advice regarding my business operations. I highly recommend Matt Thiel to... be a great choice to represent prospective clients.

Posted by Babette | March 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The help I needed

I had the good fortune to meet Matt through a charitable community event. His genuine compassion and integrity when dealing with others stood out in my memory. When I found myself in need of legal advice, it was his I sought. Through a complex business dispute that involved multiple parties and stat...e and federal agencies, Matt was knowledgeable and informative during the entire process. He was also honest and thoughtful about legal remedies that were available. He helped me navigate the sometimes, daunting tasks and was ultimately responsible for the best possible positive outcome. I have often utilized his advice and services to take a more proactive stance when it comes to legal questions. With Matt as my attorney, I feel assured my business decisions are timely and appropriate. And the peace of mind gained regarding estate planning and family law matters is immeasurable. No one wants to go through life’s inevitable legal challenges, and it’s especially difficult to find someone you can trust to put all of their effort into getting you through it. I have recommended Matt to many of my friends and business associates, knowing he would approach each case with same professionalism he has shown me. I highly recommend his services to others and I am comforted to know he’s there for me if the need arises.

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Estate planning lawyer | Nov 03

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"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is kind and conscientious and fair."

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Justin Starin

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a diligent and experienced lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Best Law Firms in Montana, First-Tier Firm Rankings, US News & World Report

2012

Listed, Best Lawyers in America

1998

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Best student contribution to Law Review, Justin Miller

1993

Outstanding member Law Review, Scribes

1985

National Honorary, Phi Eta Sigma

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Thiel Law Office, PLLC

1995 - 2006

Partner, Smith & Thiel

1993 - 1995

Attorney Owner, Thiel Law Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Academy of Trial Advocacy

Member

1995 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Montana Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - Present

Western Montana Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

1993 - Present

Montana State Bar

Member

2015 - 2016

Montana State Bar

President

2012 - 2014

Montana State Bar

Chair, Board of Trustees

2008 - 2014

Montana State Bar

Trustee

1993 - 1993

Montana Law Review

Editor-In-Chief, Spring Edition

1992 - 1993

Montana Law Review

Associate Editor, Winter Edition

1991 - 1992

Montana Law Review

Staff Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Mercer (Union Square Apartments) v. McGee, 346 P.2d 484 (Mont. 2008)

Award in favor of Plaintiffs affirmed

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Education

1993

University of Montana

JD - Juris Doctor, with honors

1986

University of Montana

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Fundamentals of Employment Law

Fundamentals of Labor Law

2009

CLA Short Course Review

Estates & Trusts

2007

CLA Short Course Review

Probate, Estate and Guardianship

2005

Annual Montana Labor Relations Conference, 2005 to present

Labor Law

2002

MALA Conference

Handling the Automobile Injury Claim in Montana, for the Legal Support Professional

2000

Strategies For Handling Low Impact Connective Tissue Auto Cases

Seminar Co-Chair, MTLA Seminar

2000

NBI CLE

Adjusting the Automobile Injury Claim in Montana

1995

Elder Law Issues

Guardianship & Conservatorships

Publications

2000

National Business Institute Seminar Adjusting the Automobile Injury Claim in Montana

1992

Montana Law Review Defining Appropriate Criteria for the Public Employee Strike Injunction in Montana

Activity

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