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Sarah Marie Lockwood

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Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Missoula, MT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Family

2200 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT

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About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

Local, State and Federal cases handled

11 years

55%
DUI and DWI 25%

11 years

25%
Family 10%

Dissolution Child Custody

11 years

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Car Accident Premises Liability

11 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

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This attorney has received at least 3 client reviews, and has an average score of 4.0 or higher.

Licenses

Licensed in Montana for 11 years

State: Montana

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Tipp Coburn Lockwood P.C.

2200 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT, 59806

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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (8) Criminal Defense (2) DUI & DWI (2) Divorce & Separation (1) Family (1) Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (12) Advocacy (7) Practice Area Knowledge (4) General Knowledge (3) Professionalism (3) Recommendation (3) Character & Conduct (2) Communication Style (2) Responsiveness (2) Trustworthiness (1)

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by EJ | February 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Sarah was very good about explaining things pertaining to my case. She was very good about answering questions and preparing me for my court appearance. She listened without judgement and helped me prepare a good defense that eventually led to a good outcome. While waiting for a decision from the co...urt she was very good about keeping me apprised of the status of the case. I would definitely recommend her to others.

Posted by Hotambek | September 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great and professional service

I got a traffic ticket in Montana 6 months ago. I didn't want to have points as that violation would cost me the ticket payment with 5 points on my record. Then I decided to have a lawyer service and contacted to Ms. Sarah Lockwood. She listened every detail of my story and then provided all the nece...ssary information, the consequences of the case and her legal advice. She always kept me updated before and after every hearing. I actually didn't expect it would take around 5 months to have the case closed. Every month I had a hearing where I was really tired. At some point, basically after one of the last hearings I was ready to pay all the costs and to have the points. When I called to Ms. Lockwood to tell giving up, she said no, we would win this case, she made me believe to win, not to give up. I totally trusted her until the last second. Eventually we have won the case. Ms. Lockwood is incredibly knowledgeable, respectful, professional and very dedicated attorney. I am truly pleased what she has done and cannot thank enough to her. I would highly recommend Ms. Sarah Lockwood.

Posted by Bill | April 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Maybe the best DUI lawyer ever?

I’m writing a few years after I hired Sarah, I’m sure there’s other good lawyers around, I’m sure other lawyers can do a good job for you but from a guy who was completely screwed and I mean completely screwed, Sarah took my case and got me an outcome I never thought possible. She is the best possibl...e attorney you can hire. It’s been about 4 years since I hired her and I’m still amazed at how she played everything out, unbelievable, she is what anyone could ask for in a lawyer.

Posted by James | March 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceptional

My family and I are forever indebted to Ms. Lockwood. From consultation to resolution (dismissal without prejudice within two weeks of retainer) she remained professional, understanding, and resolute. She was consistently straightforward, held no punches, providing us with information and her... legal advice in a respectful manner.  Her candor and sincerity were both immediately evident, and did not waiver. Perhaps most importantly was the fact that she approached our case with an open mind, actively listening to our story rather than arriving at preconceptions (which was the case with a number of other attorneys in town with whom we consulted). In short, the best money our family has ever spent.  We truly cannot thank Ms. Lockwood and her staff enough.

Posted by Pamela | March 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional, Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, and Dedicated

Ms.Lockwood handled my family's case with immense dedication and knowledge.  Our case was dismissed within two weeks of our retaining Ms.Lockwood. Not only was Ms.Lockwood compassionate and understanding, she was an amazing advocate for my family when we needed one the most. I cannot recommend Ms....Lockwood enough. She is an asset to the profession.

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Brett Schandelson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Sarah is a dedicated attorney, giving 100% to her clients and their needs. Never have I seen a more compassionate, caring attorney. Sarah is also a very competent and capable litigator, winning numerous motions and contested matters (including trial). I cannot recommend Sarah enough."

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Bradley Jones

Family lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a hard worker and dedicated to her clientele."

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Brett Schandelson

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

Freedom Fighter Award, Montana Innocence Project

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Associate Attorney, Tipp, Coburn & Associates PC

Associations

2016 - Present

Montana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Maier v. Wilson

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Education

2014

University of Montana School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Open House

MT Crime Lab: Arnold Melnikoff's Flawed Methods

Languages

English

Activity

10

Legal Answers

Legal Answers

Q&A

Can I plea deal down from felony burglary?

04 Apr 2018
Q&A

Can an 18 year old boy get in trouble for dating a 16 year old girl in MT?

21 Mar 2018
Q&A

Can I be charged with dui?

08 Feb 2018
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