A Montana Law Firm To Guide You Through The Process
Harshbarger Law Firm is built on a simple principle: legal work should not only resolve immediate issues — it should protect what matters most and position clients for the future. Based in Twin Bridges, we serve individuals, families, farmers, ranchers, and business owners throughout Southwest Montana and across the state in matters involving estate and legacy planning, farm and ranch succession, family law, and real estate.
Learn more about our attorneys and staff through the links below:
- Lori Harshbarger
- Kylee A. Vara
- Tal M. Goldin
- Stacey Pace (Office Manager & Bookkeeper)
- Abagale Lalley (Certified Paralegal)
- Maddy Baughn (Legal Assistant)
A Practice Grounded in Real-World Experience
Our work is shaped by an understanding that for many Montana clients, legal issues are not abstract.
- Land that has been in a family for generations
- Businesses built through years of effort and risk
- Family relationships that must continue long after a legal matter is resolved
We approach every matter with that perspective — focusing not only on legal outcomes, but on long-term stability and practical results.
Focused Where It Matters Most
- Estate & legacy planning, including trusts, asset protection, and long-term planning
- Farm and ranch succession, with an emphasis on preserving operations and reducing conflict
- Family law, including divorce, custody, and complex disputes requiring strong advocacy
- Real estate law, including land transactions, ownership structuring, and disputes
These areas often overlap. Our ability to address them together allows us to provide more effective, coordinated solutions for our clients.
A Distinctive Approach to Planning and Advocacy
With more than 30 years of experience in Montana law — including estate planning, litigation, mediation, and arbitration — brings a perspective that combines legal precision with a deep understanding of family dynamics and long-term consequences.
- Poorly structured plans can lead to conflict
- Unclear expectations can fracture families
- Short-term decisions can create long-term problems
Our approach is designed to anticipate those risks and create solutions that are clear, durable, and workable in real life.
Montana-Based. Statewide Reach.
While our office is located in Twin Bridges, our work extends throughout Southwest Montana — including Butte, Dillon, Whitehall, Sheridan, Bozeman, Helena and surrounding communities — as well as clients
across the State of Montana.
A Commitment to Stewardship
We view our role not simply as attorneys, but as advisors helping clients make thoughtful decisions about the future.
Whether guiding a family through generational succession, structuring a complex estate plan, navigating a divorce, or resolving a real estate issue, we approach every matter with a focus on stewardship — of
assets, relationships, and long-term outcomes.
Call Us Today
To schedule a free consultation or for more information about how we can help, call us at 406-299-9233 or send an email today. At Harshbarger Law Firm, we can guide you through all the stages of your life: helping your family needs, protecting your rights and establishing firm control over your property.