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MTACDL

About MTACDL

The Montana Association was formed in 1997 to ensure justice and due process for persons accused of crimes; to foster the integrity, independence and expertise of those who represent persons accused of crimes; and to promote the proper and fair administration of justice.

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Our Mission

The actions you must take on behalf of your client and your ethical obligations to your client will often not be understood or supported by the general public. We can help you improve your practice with practical answers to ethical questions, advice about legal strategy, and we will provide you with some of the best seminars in the nation to improve your trial skills.

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Join Us

We offer support for you when the criminal justice system turns on your clients, or tries to turn on you. We hope you will consider joining with us. A strong criminal defense bar is an integral part of our criminal justice system.

How to Join Us

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Lawyers

Find a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Finding yourself alone to face an uncertain future in the judicial system can be one of the most stressful things to happen to anyone. The lawyers listed at the links below understand that and are here to apply their considerable expertise as your advocate in finding true justice.

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Awards and Jobs
Meet the lawyers who have been recognized by their peers for outstanding work.

Achievement Awards

Occasionally, positions are open for federal or state public defenders or private firms. MTACDL will list these when asked.

Open Positions (FDOM - two)
External
External Resources
Criminal Law Websites
From Around the World

Law News Feeds
Courts and Law Organizations

Montana Law Library
Montana Supreme Court, etc.

U.S. Supreme Court
News and Analysis

Montana District Court
Recent District Court Opinions
Contact

All 'Timer Moses Award' Winners

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2026 Timer Moses Lifetime Achievement Award - Ron Waterman

2025 Timer Moses Award - Steve Babcock

2024 Timer Moses Award - Shandor Badaruddin

2024 Timer Moses Award - Bryan Tipp and Richard Buley

2023 Timer Moses Award: Chuck Watson

2022 Timer Moses Award - Tony Gallagher

2021 Timer Moses Award - Ed Moriarity

2019 Timer Moses Co-Award - Toby Cook

2019 Timer Moses Co-Award - Larry Mansch

2018 Timer Moses Award - John Rhodes

2017 Timer Moses Award - David Ness

2016 Timer Moses Awards - Brett Schandelson and Colin Stephens

2015 Timer Moses Award - Wendy Holton

2013 Timer Moses Award - John Smith

2014 Timer Moses Awards - Brian C. Smith and Jennifer Streano

2012 Timer Moses Award - Mark Werner

2011 Timer Moses Award - Palmer Hoovestal

2010 Timer Moses Award - Chris Daly

2009 Timer Moses Award - Dan Donovan

2008 Timer Moses Award - Michael Donahoe

2007 Timer Moses Awards - Lisa Banick, Joslyn Hunt, Jason Holden, Jeremy Yellin

2006 Timer Moses Award - Bill Hooks

2005 Timer Moses Award - Anthony Gallagher

2004 Timer Moses Award - Randi Hood

2003 Timer Moses Award - Al Avignone

2002 Timer Moses Awards - Greg Jackson and Don Vernay

2001 Timer Moses Award - Ken Olson

2000 Timer Moses Award - Mike Sherwood

1999 Timer Moses Award - Scott Albers

Timer Moses: Salute from MTACDL

1998 Timer Moses Award - Jim Taylor

Awards