David Garfield

David is a native of Circle, Montana, where he grew up on a farm and ranch. David received a bachelor’s degree from Montana State University, and then his J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 2012. David is licensed to practice law in Montana. Following law school, he worked as a law clerk for the Hon. Richard A. Simonton in Montana’s 7th Judicial District.

David comes to Hendrickson Law Firm with a mix of civil practice experience and trial work. Civil practice experience includes litigation and transactional work in real estate, probate, and business fields, along with general civil litigation. David considers work for the clients in these fields to be especially rewarding, and strongly believes in clear communication and effective use of time and resources to accomplish clients’ goals.

Years of criminal defense work, mostly involving felonies and major crimes, give David a weight of experience in complex cases and high‑stakes litigation. Achievements include an acquittal on a deliberate homicide charge following a six‑day trial, where the jury returned with a verdict of “not guilty” convinced that the defendant had acted in self‑defense. Effective communication with the client, strategic thinking in the long‑term, and teamwork made this outcome happen, and David continues to carry this outlook with him in his practice.