Practice Areas

Regardless of the circumstances or the value of your personal assets, an estate plan is necessary to protect your loved ones upon your death or incapacity. Whether you require a simple will or a more complex estate planning approach, proper consideration and strategic planning will provide peace of mind that your estate assets are protected. […]

For most people, a real estate purchase is one of the largest and perhaps riskiest financial transactions they will encounter in their lifetime. This long-term investment and commitment can be fraught with pitfalls for an unassuming purchaser. Every aspect of a real estate transaction requires attention to detail. Having an experienced attorney review all documents […]

At Markette & Chouinard, P.C., we offer a robust suite of business services that assist clients in business entity formation and commercial transactions. We represent large and small businesses across the state and country through all stages of business operation. Our trusted attorneys can guide you through: corporation, LLC, and partnership formation; business and real […]

Water is a precious resource in Montana and has long been the topic of many historical disputes. If you own or lease real property in Montana, or intend to purchase property in Montana, there is a strong likelihood that at some point you will require legal assistance with your water rights. Many watershed basins in […]

Disputes are never easy to resolve and from time to time, it may become necessary to file a lawsuit. Civil lawsuits may be filed when you are involved in an accident which is someone else’s fault, when you have hired someone to complete a job and they have failed, or when there is a dispute […]

If you have been arrested, charged with a crime, or you have learned or suspect you are under investigation related to a possible criminal offense, it is critical that you secure advice from an experienced criminal defense attorney. At Markette & Chouinard, P.C., we have represented hundreds of clients dealing with criminal issues, and we […]

Divorce, custody, parenting matters, and other issues between family members and former spouses are understandably very personal and emotional. Regardless of the value of the assets and financial decisions that may be at stake, family law involves some of the most difficult, damaging issues the legal system must deal with. In some situations involving divorce […]