Mr. Leo S. Ward

Mr. Leo S. Ward: Attorney with Browning, Kaleczyc, Berry & Hoven, P.C.
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Mr. Ward received a bachelor's degree in English, magna cum laude, from St. John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota; a Master's Degree in English Literature from the University of Notre Dame; and a Juris Doctorate with high honors from the University of Montana School of Law. Mr. Ward's primary practice areas are litigation and insurance defense. Mr. Ward frequently lectures on workers' compensation issues and related matters. Mr. Ward was an editor of the Montana Law Review, 1986-1987.

Areas of Practice (11)

  • Workers' Compensation Defense
  • Employment Litigation
  • Asbestos Defense
  • Disabilities
  • Motor Carrier Defense
  • Complex and Multi-District Litigation
  • Class Action Defense
  • Products Liability
  • Toxic Torts
  • Municipal Defense
  • Municipal Liability

Education & Credentials

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1697, Helena, MT 59601
University Attended:
St. John's University, B.A., magna cum laude, 1978; University of Notre Dame, M.A., 1979
Law School Attended:
University of Montana, J.D., with high honors, 1987
Year of First Admission:
1987
Admission:
1987, Montana
Memberships:
State Bar of Montana; American Bar Association; Montana Defense Trial Lawyers Association.
Birth Information:
South Bend, Indiana, October 13, 1956
Reported Cases:
McFerran v. Consolidated Freightways, 57 St. Rep. 1558 (2000); Thompson v. CIGNA, 57 St. Rep. 1292 (2000); Kudloff v. City of Billings, 860 P.2d 140 (Mont. 1993); Martelli v. Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, 852 P.2d 579 (Mont. 1993); Hughes v. State Fund, 833 P.2d 1099 (Mont. 1992); Anderson Insurance Agency v. City of Belgrade, 803 P.2d 648 (Mont. 1990); State Fund v Murray, 2005 MT 97; Eastman v INA, 2000 MT 216; Flesch v MacDonald's, 2005 MT 235; Wrigg v L&H, LLC, 2006 MT 338.
ISLN:
902958720

Payment Information

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AmericanExpress, Discover, MasterCard, Other, Visa

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (18 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/15/13 in Workers Compensation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/30/12 in Litigation

    Leo Ward is one Montana's finest defense litigator lawyers. I endorsed him wholeheartedly, even if I dont always agree with him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/30/12 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 03/29/12 in Litigation

    Mr. Ward is an excellent litigator and attorney. His work is timely and of the highest quality. He is a zealous advocate of his clients, but also understands his duty to the judicial system.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 03/28/12 in Workers Compensation

    I would recommend Mr. Ward for your highest rating without reservation. He is always well prepared, knowledgeable and a zealous advocate for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 03/05/12 in General Practice

    I have known Leo for many years. He has appeared in my court frequently, and I always enjoy having him appear. He is a competent, smart, and respectable attorney. I recommend the highest rating for him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/29/12 in Employment Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/29/12 in Toxic Tort Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/29/12 in Asbestos Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/29/12 in Workers Compensation Defense

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406-634-3180  Phone

406-443-6882  Fax

www.bkbh.com/attorneys/leo-s-ward

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