Missoula Criminal Defense Attorney
Facing criminal charges is life-altering. You need an attorney who will fight for you with the same tenacity and preparation you deserve.
Written by
Misty Gaubatz, Partner, A&M Law
Licensed Montana attorney and co-founder of A&M Law. Over two decades in the practice of law focusing on family law, criminal defense, and DUI defense, with federal and state court experience and a Certificate in Mediation.
Aggressive, Individualized Criminal Defense
When you're facing criminal charges, the stakes couldn't be higher: your freedom, your record, your livelihood, and your future are all on the line. At A&M Law, we take that responsibility seriously.
Misty Gaubatz and Ashley Hurlbert bring a combined 20+ years of criminal defense experience to every case. We've represented clients in Montana courts across a wide range of charges, and we understand that each person is unique, and each case demands a customized strategy.
Our process begins with listening. We thoroughly review the evidence, challenge what should be challenged, and craft a defense tailored specifically to your circumstances. We never treat your case as routine, because to you, it isn't.
Charges We Defend
Why Clients Choose A&M Law for Criminal Defense
NHTSA Certification
Misty Gaubatz is certified in NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, giving her an edge in DUI cases that few defense attorneys have.
Inside Knowledge of the System
Misty's work inside a local prosecutor's office means she understands exactly how the other side thinks, and how to counter it.
Federal Court Experience
As a former federal law clerk, Misty brings courtroom insight most defense attorneys simply don't have.
Criminal Defense Practice Areas
PFMA Defense, Montana
Partner/Family Member Assault charges require immediate action.
Learn moreDomestic Violence Defense
Protective orders, no-contact conditions, and the charge itself, handled together.
Learn moreAssault & Violent Crimes
Simple assault through aggravated assault, including self-defense claims.
Learn moreDrug Charges
Possession, paraphernalia, and distribution charges, and treatment-court options.
Learn moreTheft & Property Crimes
Theft, burglary, and fraud, where the dollar value can decide the charge.
Learn moreWeapons Charges
Prohibited-person possession and weapons alleged during another offense.
Learn moreFelony Defense
The most serious charges, with state-prison exposure and lasting consequences.
Learn moreMisdemeanor Defense
Lower-level charges that can still mean jail and a permanent record.
Learn moreEarly Probation Termination
Already serving probation? You may be eligible for early termination.
Learn moreA Separate Practice Area
Charged With DUI? Start With Our DUI Defense Hub
A DUI arrest opens two cases at once: the criminal charge and a license case with its own short deadline. It is a large enough part of our work that it has its own practice area, covering first and repeat offenses, felony DUI, test refusal, license hearings, and the 24/7 Sobriety Program.
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