| TROY L. BENTSON |
| TROY L. BENTSON Browning, Kaleczyc, Berry & Hoven, P.C. 801 W. Main Street, Suite 2A Bozeman, MT 59715-3358 Phone: (406) 585-0888 FAX: (406) 551-1049 e-mail: troy@bkbh.com Professional Experience BROWNING, KALECZYC, BERRY & HOVEN, P.C. Helena, Montana, Shareholder, 2008-present Primary practice in the following legal areas: Commercial Transactions; Real Estate Development; Construction;, General Business Matters; and Civil Litigation. In the real estate, practice involves representing individuals and businesses in wide variety of real estate related transactions and disputes. Real estate clients include buyers, sellers, developers, property managers, landlords, financial institutions, investors, real estate companies, and individual real estate agents. Experienced in all types of commercial transactions, ranging from routine purchase agreements and landlord/tenant issues to complex development issues. Civil and commercial litigation practice involves both filing and defending lawsuits brought in the courts of the State of Montana, primarily in Gallatin, Madison and Park Counties. Representation of individuals and businesses in a wide array of disputes, including those involving real estate, construction, collection, landlord/tenant, breach of contract, and many others matters. Also represent clients in alternative dispute resolution forums, such as arbitration and mediation. Construction legal practice involves working with businesses and individuals involved in the construction industry as owners, general contractors or sub-contractors. Preparation and review of construction contracts, disputes concerning adequacy of performance and construction lien litigation. Business practice involves advising business clients on choosing the appropriate business entity, assist clients in formation of limited liability companies, partnerships, and corporations. Provide legal advice to business clients on ongoing matters such as preparation and upkeep of business records and general legal advice, including contract and debtor/creditor issues, the purchase and sale of the entity or its assets and various other issues faced by small business owners. BENTSON LAW OFFICE, P.C. Bozeman, MT Attorney/Owner, 2002- 2008 Practiced law as a solo practitioner. Worked primarily as a civil litigator and a transactional lawyer. Developed a network of business relationships throughout southwest Montana, while at the same time establishing and managing a three-attorney office sharing practice since 2002. Developed a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to multi-million dollar corporations. Continued to develop existing clientele, including new relationships with land developers, construction companies, real estate agents, business owners, and financial institutions. Successfully owned and operated a solo law practice with three employees for over four years. Established leadership role in management of staff, finances and operational aspects of office sharing arrangement. KOMMERS, STEELE & BENTSON, Bozeman, MT Associate Attorney, 1999-2002 After two years of practice in Bozeman, joined growing five member law firm transferring my own self-sustaining clientele. Continued to develop the depth and profitability of practice by adding new clients and increasing productivity. Additional practice areas included insurance defense and personal injury matters KIRWAN & BARRETT, P.C. Bozeman, MT Associate Attorney, 1997-1999 Developed knowledge of managing private practice of law, including client relations and development, billing, collection, and personel management through training and experience. Proved to be a profitable member of a highly regarded five attorney law firm. Developed relationships with the local bar association members and judges. Cultivated and maintained clientele. Provided legal services to firm clients in matters concerning real estate, business formation, general business affairs, collection, landlord/tenant, construction, probate, guardianships, and general civil litigation. WINSTON & CASHATT Spokane, WA Legal Intern, 1994-1997 Developed strong legal skills in the areas of research and writing. Prepared pleadings and legal memorandum for a 20+ member lawyer firm. Area of focus included construction, real estate, commercial, tort, bankruptcy and criminal litigatio n Education Juris Doctorate, GONZAGA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, 1996 Spokane, Washington Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY Billings, Montana 1987 Admissions Admitted to practice in all federal and state courts in Montana. |