James D. McAlister

James D. McAlister

also known as Jamie McAlister

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 34 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Missoula, MT
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills

Missoula, MT

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

35 years | 1,500 cases

50%
Probate 20%

35 years | 600 cases

20%
Trusts 15%

Custom trust structures

35 years | 450 cases

15%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

Professionally drafted wills

35 years | 450 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Montana for 7 years

State: Montana

Acquired: 2019

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 7 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Mexico for 34 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James D. McAlister

Missoula, MT

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James D. McAlister's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Courtney | January 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Loved working with Jamie

Jamie was extremely helpful throughout the estate planning process. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an experienced and friendly attorney.

Posted by Hannah | January 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Jamie Made the Estate Plan Process EASY!

Jamie helped with constructing our will and trust, and put my family’s minds to ease! The process was smooth, reassuring, and Jamie was always making sure we were understanding the process along the way. We would highly recommend him for any estate plan needs!

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Partner, McAlister Law Office

Associations

2005 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2005 - Present

ElderCounsel

Member

Education

1991

University of New Mexico

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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