William Gilbert
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William Gilbert
Biography
High Plains Law, P.L.L.C. is a general practice law firm servicing Central Montana from our office in downtown Billings. We are dedicated to giving our clients not only quality legal representation but also outstanding customer service and value.
The grandson of Butte miners, Will Gilbert is a fourth generation Montanan. Will graduated from the University of Montana School of Law in 2000 and has been practicing in Montana since that time. Prior to founding High Plains Law, P.L.L.C., he was a partner in a well-respected firm and focused his practice on insurance defense, including personal injury, premises liability, construction defects and coverage issues. He defended substantial and complex claims in areas such as industrial accidents, health care facility liability and mining subsidence.
Will is admitted to practice in all of the State Courts of Montana, the Federal Court for the District of Montana and the Ninth Circuit. He is also admitted in several of Montanaâs Tribal Courts. Will is also an active member of his profession, with memberships in the State Bar of Montana, the Yellowstone Area Bar Association, the American Bar Association and Phi Delta Phi.
Will has been a resident of Billings since 2001 and strongly believes in its community, volunteering his time through many community groups, including serving on government advisory and non-profit boards. Previously, he has coached Little League and volunteered for the Red Cross. In his spare time, Will enjoys the many opportunities available in Montana including hunting, fishing, floating Montanaâs many rivers, and riding his motorcycle.
Practice Areas
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Construction Law
Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
DUI & DWI
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Landlord Tenant
Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Associate Chris R. Young, P.C.
Year: 2000 - 2001
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Associate Herndon, Sweeney & Halverson, P.C.
Year: 2001 - 2005
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Partner Halverson & Gilbert, P.C.
Year: 2005 - 2010
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Partner Halverson, Gilbert & Mahlen, P.C.
Year: 2011 - 2011
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Member High Plains Law, P.L.L.C.
Year: 2011 - Current
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Professional Associations
NAMI-Billings Member, Board of Directors (2012 - Current)
City of Billings Parking Advisory Board Member (2011 - Current)
Defense Research Institute Member (2001 - 2011)
Phi Delta Phi Member (1997 - Current)
Montana State Bar Member (2000 - Current)
Yellowstone Area Bar Association Member (2001 - Current)
American Bar Association Member (2001 - Current)
Montana Defense Lawyers Association Member (2001 - 2011)
Education
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University of Montana School of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 1997 - 2000
Honors: Activities: Phi Delta Phi, 1997-2000 (Magister 1999-2000);
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Rollins College B.A. | Psychology
Year: 1989 - 1993
Honors: Dean's list, 1992, President's list, 1993. Activities: Chi Psi Fraternity, 1990-1993, Inter-Fraternity Counsel (Secretary), 1991-1992, Varsity Crew, 1989-1991.
Websites
http://highplainslaw.net
Website
High Plains Law, P.L.L.C.
2718 Montana Ave, Suite 218, Billings, MT 59101
(406) 254-8905