Paul M. Leisher, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Missoula, MT with 55 reviews
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Paul M. Leisher

257 W. Front St., Missoula, MT

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2014:
University of Montana School of Law, J.D.

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Patrick vanworth

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19 Nov, 2024
Worst representation possible! She had me sign off and finalize my claim while I was obviously heavily under the influence… I NEVER WOULD HAVE AGREED IF I WASN’T SO INTOXICATED…shame on her and you if you choose this route! Completely disgusted!!!
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Bgraupmann

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06 Nov, 2024
I had a severe back injury that work comp was fighting me on, causing me to be in prolonged pain and suffering. I was referred to Leslae and within days my surgery was approved. Leslae, Miranda, and Pam are fantastic at what they do. I never had to worry about what was going on behind the scenes and I never had to worry whether things were being taken care of. They kept me updated in timely fashions and never once made me question what was happening. Once they were retained, the entire process was as smooth as I could ask from start to finish. Not only are they consummate professionals, all three are wonderful people. I cannot recommend them enough.
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Sr c

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11 Aug, 2024
Dalpiaz & Associates are wonderful to work with. Very professional and actually care about their clients!!
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Pros
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Highly professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate legal representation
“Leslae, Miranda, and Pam are fantastic at what they do. I never had to worry about what was going on behind the scenes and I never had to worry whether things were being taken care of.”
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Successful in getting favorable outcomes and settlements for clients
“Once they were retained, the entire process was as smooth as I could ask from start to finish.”
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Excellent communication and keeping clients informed throughout the process
“They kept me updated in timely fashions and never once made me question what was happening.”
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Willing to advocate strongly for clients and fight against insurance companies
“They totally look out for you.”
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Decades of experience and a reputation as one of the best workers' compensation attorneys in the state
“I would consider Leslae a 'Master' in her field and probably the best Workman's Compensation attorney in the state of Montana.”
Cons
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A few clients felt the attorney did not do enough to maximize their settlement or pursue their case as aggressively as they would have liked
“I feel more could of been done as I still have to worry about working in the near future.”
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Some clients expressed frustration with perceived lack of communication or responsiveness from the firm
“Doesn't s3nd anything to you to show what it is shes doing in your case. Doesn't call a single person related to your case other then the people who are trying not to pay you what is owed.”

Publications

2013:
Montana Law Review, Examining Montana's Right to Attack Unconstitutional Prior Convictions at Sentencing: State v. Maine

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