Mr. John Howard Gilliam | Private Law Practice

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About John
Skills
Expert legal analysis and writing ability
Over 12 years' litigation experience. Extensive experience in appeals to Montana Supreme Court and Federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Recent experience in Texas State and Federal courts, as well as the federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Superb organizational skills
As Senior Counsel for South Central Texas general counsel firm, was responsible for all docketing and litigation file management in addition to managing litigation department. As Managing Partner for Western Montana plaintiffs firm, was responsible for gathering facts; formulating legal theories; drafting legal memoranda for use by trial courts; making, supporting and arguing motions; and preparing cases for all phases of trial and appeal. Extensive experience in case selection, client control, and workforce management. Managed caseloads averaging 50 or more active files. Hired and mentored associate attorneys; hired and supervised paralegals, legal interns and office staff.
Extensive background in client problem solving
General practice included State and Federal criminal defense; family law; business organizations, litigation and dispute resolution; real estate transactions and litigation; Indian law; and estate planning.
Wide range of tech, database and research skills
Computerized John H. Gilliam Law Office in 2008. Working knowledge of Word, Abacus Law, Abacus Accounting, Westlaw, Lexis and many other legal applications. Working knowledge of Windows and Macintosh operating systems and applications. Extensive general programming and end-user computer experience.
Hands-on music industry experience
Performing singer/songwriter since 2001; Officer of performing arts nonprofit; ASCAP writer since 2001.
CV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
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Admission
Texas
2005
Montana
1991
(inactive) State
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Montana - (inactive) - State - Supreme Court
Montana - (Inactive) State - Supreme Court
Montana -(inactive) State - Supreme Court
Montana District Court
MT
Supreme Court
Texas Western District Court
John H Gilliam Law Office Highlights
Art, Business Organization, Collection, Construction Liens, Consumer Protection, Contract; Copyright; Corporate Governance; DUI-DWI; Credit & Debt; Criminal; Pension & Benefits; Employment Contracts; Entertainment; Estate Administration; Estate Planning; Federal Appellate Practice; Guardianships & Conservatorships; Housing & Construction Defects; Limited Liability Companies; Living Wills; Misdemeanor; Car Accident; Non-profit; Partnerships; Power of Attorney; Wills & Probate; State Appellate Practice; Television & Film; Traffic; Transactions; Trusts; US Courts; Wills