Business Details
26 Years
experience
Montana Legal Counsel for Real Estate & Estate Planning
Hunt Law Firm, PLLC is a dedicated legal practice serving clients in Montana and Canadian interests requiring representation in the state. With decades of combined legal experience, our founder Bill Hunt has built a reputation for delivering precise, client-focused legal solutions across real estate, business law, estate planning, probate, municipal governance, and mediation. Our deep roots in the Hi-Line community, coupled with extensive trial experience and unique qualifications including military service and public board leadership, enable us to provide grounded, strategic counsel. We maintain strong relationships with state and federal agencies while prioritizing personalized service to individuals and organizations across north-central Montana. 
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Business Law
Local Government Law
Mediation Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Certified mediator with specialized dispute resolution training
- 20+ years as former Shelby municipal attorney
- Extensive experience with state and federal regulatory agencies
- Deep community connections across Montana's Hi-Line region
- Unique background combining private practice with public service
Associations and certifications
- Montana Center for Collaborative Solutions
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Our firm handles all aspects of Montana real estate transactions including purchase agreements, deed preparation, title disputes, and commercial property transfers. We serve buyers, sellers, and developers with tailored legal solutions that address unique property challenges while ensuring compliance with state regulations and local municipal requirements.
Estate Planning
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives. Our approach balances legal precision with personal understanding of Montana family dynamics, ensuring clients' wishes are clearly documented and protected through probate-validated strategies.
Business Law
From business formation to contract disputes, we counsel Montana companies on entity structure, governance, and operations. Our experience spans liquor license transfers, construction contracts, and cooperative agreements, helping businesses navigate regulatory requirements while protecting their commercial interests.
Local Government Law
We represent Montana municipalities in ordinance drafting, tax assessments, and intergovernmental agreements. Our firm's deep understanding of local governance includes handling annexations, public utility matters, and administrative hearings to support effective community decision-making and regulatory compliance.
Mediation Services
As a certified mediator, we facilitate conflict resolution in civil matters ranging from business disputes to property disagreements. Our collaborative approach emphasizes creative solutions that preserve relationships while reducing litigation costs and timelines for all parties involved.
People
William Hunt, Jr.
Attorney at Law
Licensed since 1998, Bill Hunt brings over 25 years of legal experience across real estate, business, and municipal law. A former Shelby attorney and military law specialist, he combines courtroom expertise with community service to serve Montana and Canadian clients.
Questions
What Montana counties do you serve?
We primarily serve clients in Shelby, Cut Bank, Conrad, and surrounding Montana counties while also representing Canadian interests operating in the state.
Do you handle cross-border legal matters?
Yes, we specialize in representing Canadian clients with property, business, or legal interests in Montana through tailored legal strategies.
What payment arrangements are available?
We offer flexible fee structures based on case complexity, including hourly rates and workable payment arrangements for long-term representation.
Are evening/weekend appointments available?
Yes, our office offers consultations outside regular hours by appointment to accommodate client schedules.
Do you handle courtroom litigation?
With over 20 years of trial experience, we represent clients in Montana state courts and administrative hearings when mediation fails.