Legal Services Costs in Montana
Verified cost ranges across cities in Montana
Legal Services Cost Comparison — Montana
Compare verified cost ranges across cities in Montana
Cost Comparison — Contested Divorce
Low
$1,838
Typical
$4,619
High
$7,400
Low
$1,719
Typical
$4,320
High
$6,921
Low
$1,772
Typical
$4,454
High
$7,137
Low
$1,780
Typical
$4,473
High
$7,167
Cost Comparison — Child Custody Agreement
Low
$2,700
Typical
$5,000
High
$7,300
Low
$2,525
Typical
$4,677
High
$6,828
Low
$2,604
Typical
$4,822
High
$7,040
Low
$2,615
Typical
$4,843
High
$7,070
Cost Comparison — Child Support Order
Low
$592
Typical
$1,086
High
$1,581
Low
$554
Typical
$1,016
High
$1,478
Low
$571
Typical
$1,048
High
$1,524
Low
$573
Typical
$1,052
High
$1,531
Cost Comparison — Landlord-Tenant Dispute
Low
$385
Typical
$1,038
High
$1,690
Low
$360
Typical
$970
High
$1,581
Low
$371
Typical
$1,001
High
$1,630
Low
$373
Typical
$1,005
High
$1,637
Cost Comparison — Simple Will Drafting
Low
$275
Typical
$538
High
$800
Low
$257
Typical
$503
High
$748
Low
$265
Typical
$518
High
$772
Low
$266
Typical
$521
High
$775
Cost Comparison — Revocable Living Trust
Low
$1,050
Typical
$1,800
High
$2,550
Low
$982
Typical
$1,684
High
$2,385
Low
$1,013
Typical
$1,736
High
$2,459
Low
$1,017
Typical
$1,743
High
$2,470
Cost Comparison — Probate Filing
Low
$1,720
Typical
$4,110
High
$6,500
Low
$1,609
Typical
$3,844
High
$6,079
Low
$1,659
Typical
$3,964
High
$6,269
Low
$1,666
Typical
$3,981
High
$6,295
Cost Comparison — Green Card Application
Low
$1,250
Typical
$2,200
High
$3,150
Low
$1,169
Typical
$2,058
High
$2,946
Low
$1,206
Typical
$2,122
High
$3,038
Low
$1,211
Typical
$2,131
High
$3,051
Cost Comparison — Citizenship & Naturalization
Low
$650
Typical
$1,120
High
$1,590
Low
$608
Typical
$1,048
High
$1,487
Low
$627
Typical
$1,080
High
$1,533
Low
$630
Typical
$1,085
High
$1,540
Cost Comparison — Prenuptial Agreement
Low
$725
Typical
$1,775
High
$2,825
Low
$678
Typical
$1,660
High
$2,642
Low
$699
Typical
$1,712
High
$2,724
Low
$702
Typical
$1,719
High
$2,736
Cost Comparison — DUI/DWI Defense
Low
$650
Typical
$1,900
High
$3,150
Low
$608
Typical
$1,777
High
$2,946
Low
$627
Typical
$1,832
High
$3,038
Low
$630
Typical
$1,840
High
$3,051
Cost Comparison — Misdemeanor Defense
Low
$1,850
Typical
$8,675
High
$15,500
Low
$1,730
Typical
$8,114
High
$14,497
Low
$1,784
Typical
$8,366
High
$14,948
Low
$1,792
Typical
$8,402
High
$15,012
Cost Comparison — Felony Defense
Low
$4,850
Typical
$14,675
High
$24,500
Low
$4,536
Typical
$13,726
High
$22,915
Low
$4,677
Typical
$14,153
High
$23,628
Low
$4,697
Typical
$14,213
High
$23,728
Cost Comparison — Criminal Record Expungement
Low
$680
Typical
$1,490
High
$2,300
Low
$636
Typical
$1,394
High
$2,151
Low
$656
Typical
$1,437
High
$2,218
Low
$659
Typical
$1,443
High
$2,228
Cost Comparison — Deportation Defense
Low
$2,450
Typical
$6,100
High
$9,750
Low
$2,291
Typical
$5,705
High
$9,119
Low
$2,363
Typical
$5,883
High
$9,403
Low
$2,373
Typical
$5,908
High
$9,443
Cost Comparison — Asylum Application
Low
$1,850
Typical
$3,400
High
$4,950
Low
$1,730
Typical
$3,180
High
$4,630
Low
$1,784
Typical
$3,279
High
$4,774
Low
$1,792
Typical
$3,293
High
$4,794
Cost Comparison — Estate Administration
Low
$1,600
Typical
$3,650
High
$5,700
Low
$1,496
Typical
$3,414
High
$5,331
Low
$1,543
Typical
$3,520
High
$5,497
Low
$1,550
Typical
$3,535
High
$5,520
Cost Comparison — Work Visa Application
Low
$1,010
Typical
$1,780
High
$2,550
Low
$945
Typical
$1,665
High
$2,385
Low
$974
Typical
$1,717
High
$2,459
Low
$978
Typical
$1,724
High
$2,470
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All Legal Services Services
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Contested Divorce
Legal representation in a divorce where spouses disagree on one or more issues requiring court intervention or negotiation. Billed hourly with costs escalating based on number of disputed issues, discovery, depositions, and trial time required.
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Child Custody Agreement
Drafting and filing of a formal parenting plan establishing legal and physical custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and decision-making authority. Can be completed as a standalone agreement or as part of divorce proceedings.
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Child Support Order
Legal process to establish, modify, or enforce a court order for child financial support. Calculation is based on state-specific guidelines factoring in parental income, custody time, and child expenses. Attorney fees vary by whether the matter is contested.
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Prenuptial Agreement
Drafting of a legally binding prenuptial agreement defining each spouse's property rights and financial obligations in the event of divorce or death. Each party should have independent legal counsel for enforceability. Complexity and assets involved drive cost.
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DUI/DWI Defense
Legal defense for driving under the influence charges including DMV hearing representation, motion to suppress evidence, negotiation for reduced charges, and trial defense if necessary. First offense vs. repeat offense and BAC level significantly affect strategy and cost.
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Misdemeanor Defense
Legal representation for misdemeanor criminal charges including disorderly conduct, petty theft, simple assault, or minor drug possession. Many cases are resolved through plea negotiations or diversion programs. Flat fees are common for straightforward misdemeanors.
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Felony Defense
Legal representation for serious felony charges including drug offenses, assault, theft, fraud, or violent crimes. Requires extensive investigation, discovery review, expert witnesses, and potentially jury trial. Hourly billing with substantial retainers is standard.
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Criminal Record Expungement
Legal process to have an eligible criminal conviction or arrest record sealed or expunged from public view. Eligibility requirements vary by state based on offense type, sentence completed, and time elapsed. Improves employment, housing, and licensing opportunities.
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Landlord-Tenant Dispute
Legal assistance for landlords or tenants in disputes over lease violations, security deposit disputes, habitability issues, illegal lockouts, or eviction proceedings. Local housing laws vary significantly, making local counsel important.
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Simple Will Drafting
Preparation of a basic last will and testament naming beneficiaries, executor, and guardian for minor children. A simple will is appropriate for straightforward estates. Must be properly executed with witnesses and notarization per state law to be valid.
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Revocable Living Trust
Drafting of a revocable living trust to hold assets during the grantor's lifetime and transfer them to beneficiaries outside of probate. Includes pour-over will and asset retitling guidance. Significantly reduces estate settlement time and costs for heirs.
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Probate Filing
Legal assistance initiating probate proceedings to validate a deceased person's will and authorize the executor to administer the estate. Includes court filings, creditor notification, and asset inventory. Probate timelines and costs vary by state.
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Estate Administration
Full legal representation of an executor or administrator through the entire estate settlement process including probate, asset marshaling, debt payment, tax filings, and distribution to beneficiaries. Typically billed as a percentage of estate value or hourly.
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Green Card Application
Legal assistance with permanent residency application through family sponsorship, employment, asylum, or diversity lottery. Includes I-485 adjustment of status or consular processing, supporting documents, and USCIS interview preparation. Multi-year timeline is common.
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Citizenship & Naturalization
Legal assistance with the N-400 naturalization application for eligible permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship. Includes eligibility assessment, form preparation, biometrics, civics test preparation, and USCIS interview coaching.
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Work Visa Application
Legal assistance obtaining temporary work authorization including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, or E-3 visas. Requires employer sponsorship for most categories. Annual H-1B cap and lottery add complexity and cost. Attorney fees cover petition drafting and USCIS filing.
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Deportation Defense
Legal representation in immigration court removal proceedings including bond hearings, cancellation of removal applications, asylum claims, and appeals. One of the most complex immigration matters due to high stakes and procedural complexity.
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Asylum Application
Legal assistance with affirmative or defensive asylum applications for individuals fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group membership. Strong personal statement and corroborating evidence are critical to approval.