Michael Manning, Attorney in Billings, MT

A former law clerk for Ninth Circuit Judges Thomas G. Nelson and N. Randy Smith, Michael Manning’s practice focuses on appellate advocacy and complex litigation. He has argued multiple appeals in the Ninth Circuit, and regularly represents clients in both federal and state courts.

His appellate and trial-level litigation experience covers a broad range of substantive topics, including:

• Constitutional Issues
• Intellectual Property
• Environmental Law and Condemnation
• Bank Bad Faith and Lender Liability
• Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
• Employment Disputes
• Contracts
• Real Estate
• Will and Estate Issues

Environmental Law and Condemnation

Sometimes environmental harm is readily apparent, as in the case of obvious contamination or a fire. Other times, it may be undiscovered for years. Either way, protecting your rights may involve navigating complex regulatory schemes or engaging in litigation. Whether you are an individual or company dealing with environmental issues, Ritchie Manning Kautz can help.

Bank Bad Faith and Lender Liability

Bank bad faith and lender liability laws offer protection for borrowers. Lenders must treat borrowers fairly—not use tactics to freeze a line of credit or begin foreclosure on a home or business property. 

We can explain what qualifies as bad faith conduct and ensure lenders disclose all information and honor agreements. 

Personal Injury

Personal injury cases include assault, automobile collisions, falls, workplace accidents, medical mistakes, and defective products, to name a few. 

Whether you are injured or being sued, we can help—whether the cause was intentional, accidental, or due to negligence. 

Employment Disputes

From implementing policies before hiring your first employee through the last appeal in highly sophisticated litigation, we can expertly guide you through any employment issue or dispute.

Real Estate

Real estate laws differ by state, and we have the advantage of being local in Billings, MT. We help resolve issues for homeowners, landowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes. We work with both residential and commercial properties. 

We have experience litigating land use issues, property titles, zoning permits, environmental laws, and more. 

Michael is a Montana native and worked as an appellate and litigation attorney at Holland & Hart LLP before joining Ritchie Manning Kautz PLLP.

To contact Michael Manning please give us a call at 406-601-1400 or contact us here.