Maxon R. Davis, Business Attorney in Great Falls, Montana
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care · 4.9/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratDavis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C.
Great Falls, MT
Practicing business in Great Falls since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Maxon R. Davis is a partner based in Great Falls, MT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Maxon has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Great Falls, MT
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Great Falls, MT.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Maxon R. Davis: Maxon R. Davis is a partner based in Great Falls, MT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Maxon has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maxon takes on
Maxon concentrates on business, general, health care, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maxon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Great Falls, Montana
Maxon takes business matters in Great Falls, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maxon agrees to represent you.
General cases in Great Falls, Montana
Maxon takes general matters in Great Falls, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maxon agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Great Falls, Montana
Maxon takes health care matters in Great Falls, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maxon agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Great Falls, Montana
Maxon takes litigation matters in Great Falls, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maxon agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Great Falls, Montana
Maxon takes product liability matters in Great Falls, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maxon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maxon R. Davis — business lawyer in Great Falls
Maxon R. Davis is a partner based in Great Falls, MT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Maxon has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Max Davis is the senior member of Davis, Hatley, Haffeman, & Tighe, PC. Mr. Davis focuses his practice on a wide spectrum of civil litigation, primarily for defendants, including professional and products liability defense, employment claims, environmental and toxic torts, commercial and business disputes, as well as the defense of insureds, self-insureds and insurers. Mr. Davis serves as the State of Montana's primary outside counsel in the defense of tort claims filed in central Montana. He has tried over 75 cases to verdict in federal and state courts throughout Montana and has argued appeals before the Montana Supreme Court, the Blackfeet Supreme Court, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. According to Chambers USA, Mr. Davis “is recommended for ‘his practical approach to cases and efficiency and effectiveness in court.’” He is also named as a Local Litigation Star in Benchmark Litigation and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for 15 years and in Rocky Mountain Super Lawyers every year of its publication. In 2006, he served as a faculty member at the IADC's Trial Academy at Stanford University.
Mr. Davis also devotes significant time to an active transactional and business consulting practice. He serves as counsel to the Diocese of Great Falls, the Montana Electric Cooperatives Association and numerous electric cooperatives throughout the state.
Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America, Personal Injury Litigation; Rocky Mountain Super Lawyers.
How Maxon handles business matters
Max Davis is the senior member of Davis, Hatley, Haffeman, & Tighe, PC. Mr. Davis focuses his practice on a wide spectrum of civil litigation, primarily for defendants, including professional and products liability defense, employment claims, environmental and toxic torts, commercial and business disputes, as well as the defense of insureds, self-insureds and insurers. Mr. Davis serves as the…
The kind of cases Maxon takes
Maxon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Great Falls and the surrounding Montana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Montana
J.D. · 1976
University of California at Berkeley
A.B. Wesleyan · 1972
Jurisdictions
Maxon's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1986 · ACTIVE
Blackfeet Tribal Cou
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Montana
1976 · ACTIVE
Maxon studied at J.D. in University of Montana and A.B. Wesleyan in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Maxon completed J.D. in University of Montana and A.B. Wesleyan in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maxon runs in Montana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Maxon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Maxon R. Davis's office in Great Falls
Maxon's primary office is at Milwaukee Station, Third Floor, 101 River Drive North, Great Falls, MT, 59401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C.
Milwaukee Station, Third Floor, 101 River Drive North
Great Falls, MT 59401
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Client reviews of Maxon R. Davis — 4.9/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Maxon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Great Falls.
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How to hire Maxon R. Davis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maxon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maxon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxon's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Maxon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Great Falls, Montana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Maxon
Maxon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Maxon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maxon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maxon R. Davis
How much does it cost to hire Maxon for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maxon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maxon offer a free consultation?
Maxon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxon's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Maxon's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Montana typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Maxon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maxon take my case if I'm outside Great Falls?
Maxon is licensed in Montana. Matters governed by Montana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Maxon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Maxon?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Maxon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maxon accepting new business clients right now?
Maxon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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