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Since 2006
20 yrs

Since 2006

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Michael Manning represents clients in Billings, Montana across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Michael Manning

A former law clerk for Ninth Circuit Judges Thomas G. Nelson and N. Randy Smith, Michael Manning’s practice focuses on appellate advocacy and complex litigation. He has argued multiple appeals in the Ninth Circuit, and regularly represents clients in both federal and state courts. His appellate and trial-level litigation experience covers a broad range of substantive topics, including environmental litigation, constitutional issues, intellectual property, bank bad faith and lender liability, personal injury and wrongful death, employment disputes, real estate, and contract disputes.

Mr. Manning is a Montana native and a current board member of the Montana Justice Foundation. He is a past member of the ABA Council of Appellate Lawyers Rules Committee, as well as a past board member of the Yellowstone Area Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in all Montana state courts, as well as the United States District Court for the District of Montana and the United States Courts of Appeal for the Ninth, Tenth, D.C. and Federal Circuits.

Credentials

Education

  • The University of Montana

    — · 2006

  • University of Notre Dame

    — · 2003

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • Montana

    2006 · ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Billings)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Billings)

    2022

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Billings)

    2020

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

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Ritchie Manning Kautz PLLP

175 North 27th Street, Suite 1206

Billings, Montana 59101

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  • What areas of law does Michael Manning practice?

    Michael Manning focuses on Employment and Litigation.

  • Where is Michael Manning located?

    Michael Manning primarily serves clients in Billings, Montana, with an office at 175 North 27th Street, Suite 1206.

  • How experienced is Michael Manning?

    Michael Manning has 20 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2006.

  • Is Michael Manning a verified attorney?

    Michael Manning's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.

  • How can I schedule a consultation with Michael Manning?

    You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 406-601-1400.