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5.0 /5.0
24 Client Reviews
$ 350-350 per hour
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Charles W. Schuyler
also known as Chuck Schuyler
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About Charles
Biography
My job is to serve people who need the help. My law office (Schuyler Law Office) exists to resolve matters and disputes in the best way possible, at the least expense to the client. We will respond to your inquiry as soon as we can do so. I have practiced law in Montana for 45 years, discipline-free, and have served on the Fourth Judicial District Professional Ethics panel, as a Western Montana Bar Association President in the 1990s with membership since 1975, Director for the Missoula Federal Credit Union (now Clearwater C.U.), Director of the Missoula Urban Transportation District, President of Kiwanis, a Missoula service entity, served as a church elder and usher, was admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of the U.S.A. in 1989 via sponsorship by the American Trial Lawyers Association, and I filed a Writ of Certiorari in Searight v. Michael Cimino; I have won two Montana Supreme Court appeals (In Re Felix; In Re Shennum); I have filed Petitions and Complaints to obtain Awards, Judgments and Decrees in many areas of litigation or practice, including Dissolution, Personal Injury Insurance cases, Wrongful Discharge from Employment, Montana Human Rights Discrimination Bureau, Workers Compensation Court, Social Security Hearings, and U.S. Federal District Court (civil jury trial award).
I prefer to work efficiently to avoid litigation, and to seek peace in every matter, and to find the best road toward that goal. In the court arena, knowledge of the law, preparation, and respect for the court is primary. I have closed multi-million dollar transactions as recently as 2019, including real estate professional practice sale cases; we resolved deed restrictions in a sale to a major Montana non-profit; and we have worked to resolve to Judgment several Decrees and Orders in several fields of litigation, including disability discrimination, vehicle collision injuries, the Montana Medical-Legal Malpractice Panel, and most other venues.
Of note is a recent result that terminated a commercial lease for a professional tenant needing to relocate, and that move was very successful for the tenant. We have closed substantial and modest Probates and Estates, have helped set up testamentary plans for clients seeking that help, and have set up guardianships and conservatorships in certain cases that have worked extremely well.
We want to help you, and would be honored if you would request our legal services to assist in your matter.
One who sleeps on Rights loses them. Justice delayed is justice denied. There are Legal and equitable grounds for a Proper Recovery or Adequate Remedy/Relief. Contact Schuyler Law Office and investigate what can be done. First contact is Free of course.
Proceeding properly and timely, and efficiently, is key to estate planning as a priority. This is a prelude to a proper Estate probate and administration, and looks at Last Wills, Living Wills, POAs (durable agency),
For a conflict case, you need a professional review of a case from someone with lots of experience in that area. Schuyler Law can help. Initial contact is Free. Adoptions, guardianships, trusts, estates, divorces, separations, marital support, property split terms, retirement pro rata, and ? Call
Please Talk to a lawyer Before you Agree to Release a Claim or Give a Statement, if you are a a victim of another's negligence or act, for example, a car collision with damages and medical assistance to treat injuries, or as an early guide to do the right thing.
Experience in all types of Real Estate transactions is critical for guidance and confirmation of the right terms, to avoid pitfalls and litigation. Call Chuck Schuyler for free initial contact, and get Help. Farm/Ranch, commercial, residential, Buy/Sell Agreements, Covenants, Deeds, and ?need care
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
Estate Planning
20%
50 years | 49 cases
Family
20%
Personal Injury
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Montana for 50 years
State: Montana
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Traci | March 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Arbitration
Chuck answered my email request when no one else would.Even if he cannot help you he absolutely takes the time to listen
This attorney is amazing. I was going through an issue and needed arbitration attorney dealing with the commission on practice chuck not only eased my nerves, but absolutely had my back explained what was going on to me and took charge with all of the dealings. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable....
Posted by Laurie | January 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Thanks for legal advice you can trust!
Chuck has been very goal oriented, knowledgeable and has impeccable resources and referrals. He has pointed me in the right direction many times and is a well-respected leader in the legal community. He tells me what I need to hear-not just what I want to hear and does so in a respectful manner with ...
Posted by Danielle | January 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Helped me get back to living and loving life!
I contacted Mr. Schuyler about a breached contract I was dealing with. He was straightforward and led me in the right direction so I knew the best plan of action moving forward as law is not my strong suit. This event was very stressful on my business and personal life, however, he made my bad situ...
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Excellent
Chuck is knowledgeable, attentive and responsive. I have consulted with him on various occasions and the legal advice he provided in each instance (will, estate planning, and other legal situations) was on point. I would not hesitate to recommend him and in fact, have referred many friends and family...
Posted by Jodi | December 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
An attorney I will hire again!
Chuck is very personable and professional. He took care of our legal affairs in our home town by email, phone, postal service and office visits while we prepared to move back from out of state. I recommend Chuck to anyone needing legal services pertaining to home, real estate, family matters or guida...
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Experience
Honors
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1980 - Present
Attorney, Schuyler Law Office
1980 - 1989
Contract Public Defender, Schuyler Law Office
1976 - 1978
Prosecuting Attorney, Missoula County Attorney
Associations
1999 - Present
Western Montana Bar AssociationPast President
1998 - Present
Western Montana Bar AssociationPast Vice President
1997 - 1998
Western Montana Bar AssociationPresident
1996 - 1997
Western Montana Bar AssociationVice President
Education
1975
University of Montana School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
University of Montana
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Spanish